Monday, June 8, 2009

Look Who's Two!



Yesterday Noah celebrated his 2nd birthday! Each day seems to bring something new. His personality is shining through more and more. When I think back to where he was two years ago, it just doesn't seem possible that he was ever that sick. Although he still struggles with feeding issues and other typical CDH stuff, it doesn't keep him down. He is happy, playful, and full of energy, everything typical of a two year old! Overall he has had a great year! He took his first steps, is learning more and more words and became a big brother. He has only had one hospitalization and few minor procedures, all involving his feeding tube. His social skills and anxiety have improved by leaps and bounds. He is finally trusting enough to enjoy being around other people and kids. We are continually amazed at his progress and are so very thankful to be where we are today. We want to thank everyone for being such a great support system and encouraging us along the way. I don't know how many times we have said that we couldn't have done it without our family and friends. It's crazy to think that two years ago we were just starting out and to look now at how far he has come. He may never know just how special his birthdays will be for us! Here's to next year and I hope by his 3rd birthday, he will actually want to EAT his cake!

10 comments:

Aep said...

Happy 2nd Birthday Big Boy!!!
Many more happy blessings to come!!
Hugs from Ana and your CDH buddy Marco

Jen said...

Happy 2nd Birthday Moose!!!

FaithCDH said...

What a horrible "aunt" I am!!!! Happy Brithday to Noah!!! I am sad that I missed his birthday party! Looks like things went well. He is starting to look like a little man! I can't believe how fast he is growing up!

Love to you all,

Amy

Jeanie T said...

Happy 2nd birthday little one! You are so adorable!
Many, many more to come!

Jeanie & Ryan

Carrie, hope you can visit Cincinnati this summer so we can finally meet!

bikurgurl said...

Happy Birthday Baby Noah!!

ou are in our thoughts and prayers daily; we can't thank you enough, Carrie and Brian, for allowing us to be a part of his life and really follow his life through your blog.

Carrie, you do an amazing job keeping us all up-to-date with everyone! You are a wonderful woman and role model for your boys and for me!! :)

Love you!!
Kelly and the Boys

Anonymous said...

Happy 2nd Birthday, Noah!!!

Jeff Handley said...

Congrats and Happy (belated) Birthday to Noah!

Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday Noah!

Anonymous said...

Happy 2nd Birthday Noah!!!! He is so gorgeous and looks so mischievious at the same time!! You certainly have your hands full of love!!! :) That is for sure!! That cake looked delicious also and I bet he will enjoy it next year! :)
Laura

Rosie said...

Happy Birthday Noah!

Your buddy,
Mason