The time is here - Peanut Party planning has now begun. Yesterday Claire and I went to Dallas and increased to 6 peanuts twice a day. The PA told us to plan for her "graduation" the first week of November. We can get any and all Halloween candy and save it for after her graduation. This is such a huge deal for us. As I type I realize how stupid is sounds, but it's not. Candy, desserts, snacks no longer have the power to kill Claire.
We have said from the beginning of the journey that we would throw a Peanut Party after she graduates this program. Planning is underway. I have found the invitations, paper goods, menu, etc. If you would like to be invited (and are not family - because you HAVE to be there) please message me your address.
This is a time to celebrate!!!! I am asked all the time if I can believe this. On one hand - no. This was the life God chose to give us, so this is the life we will live. On the other hand - well yeah! God works miracles all the stinking time. His miracles sometimes involve us stepping out in faith. Praise the Lord above that we did just that. I have to give Adam the props for that. I researched and called and read and asked questions, but it was him who said YES. I don't think I was strong enough to actually pull that trigger.
Her personality has changed. Those closest to her can see it. She is becoming more brave, more sure. Her social ability is getting some stronger. She will always be her own little Punky Brewster, but she is opening up little by little. Claire started gymnastics last month. I don't look for her to go to the Olympics, but she is loving it. This is one specific this she could NEVER do, the risk of cross contamination was too much. She is playing with the sisters at the ball field while Cole is playing baseball - she used to be my second skin. Her possibilities are now endless.
I feel like this has given her a new lease on life. Please don't misunderstand me - this is not cancer that we beat, this does not compare to the families who are dealing with that. This is our reality, it was life and death for our Claire.
Claire and I will be on the road every Tuesday for the next 5 week (barring unforeseen circumstances). Please pray for safe travels - Dallas is nerve racking regardless of the time of day.
I am so thankful for such an understanding and patient school administration and faculty. They truly love and care for all the children there. They take a personal interest, it doesn't end at 3 o'clock. I am also thankful for a boss who only says, "be safe" when I tell him I'm going back to Dallas, I am never made to feel guilty for not being in the office. God has placed such supportive people in our path over the years.
Please stay tuned for our fast approaching conclusion!!!!!!!!
