Tonight's picture was taken in April of 2004, during Mattie's third birthday party. That year the theme was Blue's Clues! Mattie loved that TV show and I planned games, a scavenger hunt, and had a magic show for the children. This fellow was a student of mine from the University. He had a side business of doing magic shows and balloon animals. He even brought his bunny, Hobbes, to the party! The show was a hit and you can see Mattie was engaged!
Quote of the day: Even though our time in this life is temporary, if we live well enough, our legacy will last forever. ~ Idowu Koyenikan
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Between yesterday and today, I feel that I am receiving signs and reminders that my life has had purpose. First of all, I produced Mattie. From Mattie, I learned that childhood cancer is not just about the medicine. His death, sent me on a quest! Apparently the quest has had purpose and traction, as it is influencing the psychological and emotional care provided to all children with cancer and it is most definitely guiding and influencing evidence based research. WAY TO GO MATTIE! As tomorrow is his 24th birthday, I can't think of a better way to celebrate his amazing life, as his 7 years on this earth and his role in my life matters!
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