One year ago, we were sitting in a hotel room in Rochester, knowing that Sawyer had something serious, one of two very scary diseases. Knowing that we had so many caring friends and family that were concerned and would want updates, I decided to start this blog. Countless trips to Rochester, watching Sawyer bravely face a plethora of procedures, hard days, and uncomfortable procedures and too many nights in the hospital. 365 days.
Three weeks after his diagnosis, an amazing fundraiser "Stacks for Sawyer" happened (with lots of hard work by dedicated and caring friends). Over 1000 people attended and were overwhelmed by the donated goods for auction, the delicious brunch food, the enormity of community giving. Wonderful bracelets were created, t-shirts designed, songs sung. All creating a fund that has paid for gas, meals, hotels, hospital bills, medication co-pays, etc. A fund that meant we didn't have to stress or worry about financial issues; we could just focus all our energy on Sawyer and his needs.
And he made it through, we all made it through: me, Mark, Sawyer, and all of you. Together. Supporting, helping, hoping, praying, staying positive. Our community of family and friends made this hard journey so much easier and for that we are forever grateful. Even though the long road continues, we know that we can do it! Life itself is a journey, with unexpected joys and unwelcome surprises. Continue to love, enjoy the beauty and remember how precious every day really is.
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