This year 2011 is coming to a close sooner than always it seems. We are busier than ever and have so many things to be thankful for.
Addisyn Kate, our oldest turned 4 February 20th, and we celebrated poolside with Tinkerbelle. Addisyn is in her 2nd year of preschool at Packlerland (West Fargo High) and loves every minute of it. Next fall she will begin Kindergarten and take the bus to school. I am slowly preparing her for it but I think it’s mom that needs more preparation!
Ainsley Mathias turned 2 in April on the 15th, our Tax baby. We had many family and friends over for a Strawberry Shortcake themed party. She is my child never afraid to explore new things and is constantly teacher her big sister new tricks! Ainsley has a smile that goes from ear to ear and gives the best hugs.
On May 12, 2011 we welcomed our 3rd daughter, Ahlera Marie. She is never left unattended and has her two older sisters following her around making sure she is ok every where she goes. She started crawling at 5mo 3wks and is a mover always on the go. She most recently popped through her 2 bottom teeth and is hanging onto everything and standing-still trying to find myself a bubble to keep her safe.
Ryan was able to begin his career in law enforcement this past August (15th) and has joined Cass County as a Deputy Sheriff in their Jail. He says there is a lot to learn and no day is ever the same.
This February is my 2 year anniversary doing licensed daycare out of our home. I enjoy getting to stay home with my own kids and having playmates for them.
We have been very blessed with 3 healthy beautiful girls and so fortunate for that. This past November on Orphan Sunday our family along with my sister’s family and my mom chose to sponsor 2 children from Mozambique, Africa. A girl, Razaina age 10 and a boy, Dominguinho age 11. We look forward to creating friendships and bringing awareness to the World Vision organization that these sponsorships are through.
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Addisyn also has a very special cause on her heart. About a year-and-a-half ago when I asked if she wanted to get her hair cut she told me and I quote “no, I want to grow my hair out and give it to a little girl who doesn’t have any.” I instantly had tears in my eyes. I still don’t know where she came up with idea-if it was something she heard about at school?? I have looked into many different organizations and together we have chosen to pick one that specifically deals with children-Wigs for Kids.
Wigs for Kids is a private non-profit organization that relies solely on donations. Through caring companies, foundations, groups and individuals like you, they make complimentary hair replacement systems for children who would otherwise not be able to afford them. Wigs for Kids helps children, some have autoimmune diseases, such as Alopecia, that are treated by Wigs for Kids until they reach age 18, while other children with temporary hair loss due to chemotherapy or radiation therapy may only need treatment for a couple of years.
Wigs for Kids is committed to helping children who are in the middle of a crisis to not have to worry about their appearance and remain their self esteem.
Addisyn needs at minimum 12 inches of hair and is currently at about 9-10 inches. It takes approximately 20-30 ponytails to create one hairpiece. The value of each individually designed hair system ranges from $1,500 - $3,000. They are custom-made hair replacements and each prosthesis is hand-tied and is made completely from human hair. They look just like the child’s own hair.
Our goal is to send in enough donations along with her hair to fund the cost of one hair piece. We have a savings account set up in Addisyn’s name that her funds will go into until it is time to cut her hair. Donations can be sent in Addisyn’s name to 1634 28 ½ Avenue S, Fargo, ND 58103.
To learn more about Wigs for Kids, please visit www.wigsforkids.org and to keep tabs on the progress visit my blog at http://everydayliving43.blogspot.com
We wish you and your family a Very Merry Christmas & a Happy Healthy New Year!
Love,
Ryan, Miranda, Addisyn (4), Ainsley(2) & Ahlera (7mo)
