We have SO much to be thankful for - two very healthy boys to start the list!  This past week, we spent three days at Duke undergoing many tests.  For Trevin, this was his one-year visit - we celebrated one year past his second transplant on Nov. 14. 

After those three days of testing, we are proud to announce that both boys are doing really well.  They both had the highest test results since their transplants, and the doctor was very pleased.  Trevin, who was still on some immunosupression meds, was finally taken off of those meds altogether - very good news and signs that his immune system is working on its own now.  He is now down to about 5 meds altogether - a huge difference from the 14 he was on six months ago! 

Both boys underwent a developmental evaluation as they did just prior to transplant.  Brayden was about the same level, and improved slightly in a couple of areas.  Trevin, on the other hand, had exponential growth and development, both cognitively and physically. 

Lastly, Trevin was tested for allergies while at Duke via a back-scratch test.  There was also a blood test performed, but the results won't be back until about a month from now.  According to the results of the back test, Trevin didn't really react to anything - a very good sign for environmental and food allergies!  However, we will wait to introduce "new" foods until the blood test results return.

The past few days have been spent at Jim and Nancy Saunders' house for Thanksgiving.  We have had a good visit, and it's great to be able to travel with the boys again!!  They are enjoying it, too.

It's hard to believe that a year ago we were in the hospital with Trevin, about two weeks post-transplant.  To look at both boys now, one cannot help but believe in miracles.  COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS!!!

Love to all of you, and thank you for your continued support and prayers.

Martin