Diagnosis day

Today is the day two years ago that our lives changed forever with Katie's diabetes diagnosis. It was one of the hardest days of our lives. We have come so far in these two years. I am continually amazed by the courage and maturity that Katie shows. Since that day, she has checked her blood sugar about 7,000 times, had about 2, 000 shots (just in the first six months), and has changed her pump sites about 150 times. Today is a day of strong emotions for me as I reflect on all of this. I am grateful for all my kids, but today is I am especially grateful that Katie's life was spared when she was so very sick two years ago, and for the joy she brings to our family. In honor of that, I would like to share a few old pictures we came across this week. Tonight we will celebrate by going out for ice cream.


Here is Katie as a 3 year old, playing dress up. She has loved fashion since she was a toddler.

When Katie was in kindergarden, the movie "The Incredibles" came out. Katie made this mask for herself, and put together this super hero costume also all by herself. Then she had one of the boys hold the cape in position while she posed for the picture so it would look like she was flying. She is so creative!

She received many stuffed animals when she was in the hospital two years ago.