A local charity organization sponsored a party for all the patients at the cancer clinic. Immediate family members were invited. Knowing that Jethenro's defenses are up at the moment, and that the girls were available to attend, we really encouraged Jethenro to 'want' to go. I don't think we achieved the goal of 'want', but he finally said he would go to appease the rest of us who thought he needed to go. We have not had a chance to do something fun together as a family for quite some time.., so this was the chance.
Jethenro is content to associate with his established friends. Fortunately, the ones he is closest to locally have remained in contact with him throughout this detour in his life.
Here are memories of the evening:
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| ~While waiting for the party to begin~ |
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| Standing in line to register |
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| Choosing a gifted hat |
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| Choosing a gifted blanket/quilt |
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| Choosing a picture frame to decorate |
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| Original Creation! (It says Siblings Forever) |
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| Playing a game while waiting in line for a picture with Santa |
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| With one of the girls that work at the clinic |
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| A 'healthy' supper! |
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The quilt Jethenro chose~very nice!
There were other activities for children~moon jumps and slides, face painting, cookie decorating, decorating a Santa hat. Our daughters just may have been the oldest siblings to attend.
It was refreshing to go, and mingle with other families that are on a similar journey. |
Oh~ What a special event! I am so glad that ya'll were able to talk him into going. There are enough negative things going on along this detour - it is good to see some happy surprises along the way.
ReplyDeleteLisa :O)
Thank you so much for stopping by to say hi, looks like everyone had fun even though your son was the oldest. Hugs, Trish
ReplyDeleteI am so happy for you all!! It looks like a fun outing.
ReplyDeleteRejoicing with you, Marci!