Cannon's party guests

 I didn't know until two days before the party that my sister Camille, with her youngest three kids, and my brother, Greg would be coming to the party.  I sent a text to Camille telling her I missed her and was excited to see her in three weeks when I go to Utah for spring break.  She called me and couldn't keep the secret any longer that she would see me in two days for the party.  It's a good thing she told me because I got really emotional and don't know if I could've maintained composure at the party.  I'm so blessed to have such love and support.  I am thankful for the sacrifice they made to celebrate with us.  I tried to get pictures of everyone at the party but wasn't able to with everything I was trying to keep up with, but I am so overwhelmed with the love we felt and the spirit of joy we feel of being able to celebrate Cannon.

 This is Amy, whom I've had the honor of meeting through the Children's Village in Yakima.  We've met even more specifically through a support group for moms with special needs children.  She has been such a support and friend.  Eli is her son and he has Cerebral Palsy.  He will be 8 soon.  He usually goes to bed very early and I was not expecting him to be at the party. When I saw Amy walk up with Eli on her shoulder, I could feel the tears in my eyes.  It was such a loving gesture from another mom that knows how important moments like this are.