Addison's fight with Crohn's disease is daily part of her life. Tonight we celebrated her uniqueness and strength at the Take Steps for Crohns and Colitis walk at the Phoenix Zoo. To prepare for tonight I visited Addison's school on Friday and had her classmates, teachers, principal and friends sign her team banner. She is truly lucky to be loved by so many!
As we waited for the walk to begin we enjoyed catching up with friends and family. We were joined by Alex's habilitation worker Lacey and her husband, friends from church, college friends & Uncle Troy. Our family has gotten to enjoy Uncle Troy visiting this weekend for a work meeting. Addison was thrilled to to learn that so many people were coming to walk with her!
Walking at the zoo creates a great atmosphere for the walk. Uncle Troy has never been to the Phoenix Zoo so it was fun to share with him. The animals were out in force tonight as well so that made things even more fun!
As you can see Ms. Lacey and Addison are carrying the banner. Before the walk started Adam approached Ms. Lacey and her husband and delegated them the banner holders. He was wanting to push his baby sister during the walk. Little did he know she would want out of the stroller just as the walk was starting! The stroller ended up being pulled in the wagon!!
Enjoying our treats after the walk.
The splash pad and carousel were available for the kids after the walk. We came prepared to get wet! Addison was very excited to participate and not have a plastic bag tapped on her arm :) Adam thought the water was too cold!
Having fun on the carousel.
Our evening coming to a close...we had such a fun time with our friends :) Thank you to everyone that came, donated and loves and supports Addison. We know how lucky we are to have each of you in our lives.
When we returned from the walk everyone was asleep in the van except Uncle Troy and me. Adam and Addison headed straight up stairs, Amelia and Alex didn't have as much success! Amelia enjoyed a quick snack and snuggle time with Uncle Troy. When Dadam went to take Amelia up to bed he found Alex on the bottom step of the stairs. He ended up falling off the bottom step and then I helped him up to his bed. A fun filled day indeed :)
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