Hello friends..we're still here.

It's hard to believe that a year ago we spent so much of our time tense and praying for things to be just a little bit easier for Annie. Today, the reality of Annie is her lungs are weak and there is no real indication that this is going to rapidly vanish in the coming months and, perhaps, years.

Yet she trudges on -impatient with all the meds, yet eager to live life. She is starting to gain some words now and we are committed to maintaining the frequent speech and physical therapy that has made such a difference in her development. We are so thankful to the Early Intervention program and all that it has done for Annie.

In other news, Elly has resigned from her position and will be finishing her doctoral studies. This will allow her more time with Annie and Luke and, frankly, provides her the opportunity to participate in those things that are particularly meaningful to her that have been placed on the back burner for too long. Friends, colleagues, and families have been so wonderfully supportive and we are eager to launch this new stage of our life.

This is the lesson of Annie: don't waste time. Seize upon the things that matter -whatever they may be- and do not let go. These are the things that truly sustain you and your spirit. Annie has placed us upon a treacherous journey but it has been truly enlightening. What a gift these little blessings are that enter our lives. Love to all, more to come...