During our first meeting with Austin’s surgeon we were warned that he could be facing other complications due to his condition.  They said he would probably be a fussy baby and that he could have learning and mobility delays due to his poor oxygen levels. Now, 10 months later, Austin has proved them all wrong on all counts.  Not only is he not fussy, but is one of the happiest babies we know and everybody remarks on how alert he is and his constant smile. He is catching up on the growth chart and he is the pinkest “blue baby” you have ever seen!  He is now crawling all over the house and pulls himself up on anything and anyone he can find.  His doctors are now absolutely amazed at his progress and say that he is a complete anomaly.

Austin has finally been cleared to travel after his first birthday and so we are looking forward to long visits to both Washington and Wisconsin to introduce him to the rest of his family and friends. We thank you all for your continued support and prayers and hope to see you all this summer.