but since some of you have already insisted...and want to know what Avery "needs"...
I put together a little document of items we are looking to get Avery in the near future. Some are necessary to replace those items she is using but is losing this week when First Steps ends (FS owns them and we must now find our own). Some are items that will make it easier for us to do some home play/therapy/cause-effect with her. Please realize that we would NEVER expect anyone to buy her any of these in their entirety...please only consider a gift amount towards their purchase...and ONLY if you feel you must. We really DO NOT expect gifts for this celebration...it is about celebrating the journey thus far and the possibilities and hopes for Avery's future. We have received the greatest gifts so far...having Avery with us still...3 years after the devastating diagnosis...and having more hope for her potential than we could have believed at that time. We are truly blessed by those things! And we will be more than blessed by your presence alone for the celebration on Saturday.
With that said, click here to see the document if you still need an idea...
Much love and thanks,
Holly
Happy Birthday Sweet Avery!! I am so glad I was able to hold and cuddle with you for 2 whole days in Kansas. I miss you dearly but Chris and I are so proud of the progress you are making!! Keep Mommy, Daddy, and Caiden busy at your birthday celebration! We love you baby girl!!
Love,
Jen, Chris, Nate, Connor, and Noah
Posted by: Jennifer Jones | July 18, 2008 at 05:24 AM