Back at it

 I want to update a bit more on our new journeys with the kids and I also owe a medical update. 

Alex has officially applied to TCU. We are so excited for this adventure and where it might lead. For so many years going to college and living the true college experience seemed impossible. And now it is right on the horizon. We are trying to truly enjoy this journey and soak up every minute. But I'm not going to lie and say it is easy. He really wants to go to TCU and feels like the school is a perfect fit for him. We are praying not only that he is accepted, but also that we get the financial aid necessary to make this a reality. We are trusting that God can and will move mountains for Alex so he can continue to change the world!

As for my Maddy Moo...we have been at our new barn for about 3 weeks and it has truly been amazing. The owners have welcomed us with open arms and we are now surrounded by so much faith and love. Maddy is still trying to get her confidence back as far as riding after her broken foot and the change, but we are seeing her come out of her shell and talk more around the barn. She is loving the laid back, stress free time and being able to participate in more of the care of her horse. Yesterday she had the opportunity to compete in a small show at the barn and everyone was so kind and loving to her.

We also had the opportunity to attend one of our very favorite HopeKids events. We have attended every Fairytale Ball since the beginning and it is one of Maddy's favorite nights of the year! Looking back it is hard to believe how much she has changed since the first few when she wore princess dresses!

Medically speaking...Alex continues to do well. It has been awesome to see him taking more ownership and handle more on his own. He is able to complete almost all care independently at this point and he has handled a few doctors appointments on his own.  I could not be more proud of him. Maddy still has some nagging issues, but we continue to try and get to the bottom of them. She continues to have multiple lightheaded/dizzy spells a day. She also had a bone density scan that showed low bone density so we have added a new endocrinologist to follow that as well as her thyroid levels which continue to be off. I am also experiencing some health issues that we are trying to get under control.

I would ask for your prayers for Alex's college journey, for Maddy's continued health challenges and for me to find a relief from pain and get some much needed sleep.

Ali