Happy Birthday to Taylor and Savannah. I can't believe they are 4!! I think (pray) that today ended up being very Happy for the girls. Due to the very hard work of staff at PCH (Amanda, Chauntelle, and Dr. Jan) we were granted special permission for a 1 hour birthday party in Taylor's room with Savannah!!!! Yes....the girls were together on their birthday!!!!
On day 1 of this round, I started asking if there was any way that special permission would be granted for the girls to spend 5 minutes together on their birthday and share a cupcake. Luckily, one of Taylor's nurses, Amanda, is a twin and immediately started seeing what she could do to make this happen. Chauntelle, a child life specialist, also jumped in to help. Dr. Jan (Taylor's "talking doctor") made a few calls and helped pull some strings. Through ALL of their hard work, we were granted permission for Savannah to be brought up to Taylor's room to share an hour together. The staff at PCH went above and beyond today. Everyone stopped in to wish Taylor a Happy Birthday (thank you Katie O, Sophia, and Dr. Rosen)!!! When Savannah and Sean showed up, about 15 of our new friends at PCH were there with presents, birthday signs, and a lot of cheer. They all sang Happy Birthday and made their day extra special. When Savannah first walked through the door, she and Taylor ran into each other's arms....it was amazing (and very emotional!!!). Having the girls together again (it has been 22 days since they have seen each other) was the best present anyone could ask for. Words can not truly express how excited we were all to be together again. None of this would haven't happened if it wasn't for many amazing, caring, people at PCH. Chauntelle and Amanda - thank you so much!!!!
I also went to Savannah's school today to bring cupcakes to her class.....she was so excited. Thank you Keryn for sitting with Taylor!!!
All in all, it was a great 4th birthday for the girls!!! I have attached a couple of pictures from today.....Now....I am off to bed....long, emotional day!!!
What a great day! Happy Birthday!!
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The Maher Family
Kristin,
ReplyDeleteCan you send me your address when you have a chance...I have a little something I wanted to send for Taylor. You can email me at meredith@kappel.org. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE GIRLS!!!!
Meredith
What a great surprise for the girls! I am so glad that they got to celebrate their 4th birthday together! I love the pictures! I hope that being together today for their birthday, will make the rest of Taylor's stay @ PCH a liitle more bearable. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TAYLOR AND SAVANNAH!!!!!
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Liz-Takeda
Happy Happy Birthday Girls!!! We're so happy they got to spend some special time together.
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The Coraks
Happy 4th birthday Taylor and Savannah!! What a blessing that the girls were able to share their special day. You are all in my thoughts and prayers every single day!
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Angela Allotta Roberts
Happy tears! Love this post!
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Laurie T
I second Laurie...happy tears!! What a great day for the Souza Family!!! I'm SO glad the girls got to be together for their birthday!!!! Can't wait to have a little celebration when Taylor is outta there!!!
ReplyDeleteWarms my heart to know there are so many people out there looking out for, and helping your little girls!!! Happy Birthday Taylor and Savannah!
Love to you all,
Jess
XOXO
Tears here,too. Happy Birthday Taylor and Savannah! Next year will be a big huge celebration for 5 and being leukemia free!!
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Krista
How great, I had chills as I was reading about their birthday together. The pix are adorable. We love you guys. Happy Birthday Princesses!!!!!! Love Kelly and Carly
ReplyDeleteDear Souza Family, What a wonderful place your Daughter is at; to make the girls be able to celebrate their 4th Birthday together. You are surrounded by angels :) Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Sandra & Paul Z.
ReplyDeleteWhat a special celebration for the entire Souza family! What an amazing day! We are so happy for all of you! Cheers to many more happy times! xoxo Rhonda, Jason, Benjamin & Matthew Rush
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to Savannah and Taylor! I was so touched by this post and that they were able to spend some time together, you are all constantly in our thoughts!
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The Lancaster Family
What a happy day!!! God blessings on both Savannah and Taylor on their birthday & we are so greatful to all of the wonderful people who made this happen! We are so happy that you had such a special birthday.
ReplyDeleteThank you Kristen for sharing all the beautiful pictures of the girls with all of us who love, pray and cry with the Souza family daily.
Many hugs to Taylor, my little hero, who is such a little trouper and such a fighter! Keep it up.
Love in Jesus, Penny (from Moda Fina Jewelers)
What a great day for the Souza family! This has to be one of my favorite posts of all time. The happy tears are contagious:)
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We are so happy that Taylor and Savannah were able to spend their Birthday together! Can't believe they are 4 years old already. It was so wonderful of the staff at PCH to go out of their way to make the day so special. Thinking of you all and hope to visit soon.
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Richard and Robbi
Happy Birthday Taylor and Savannah! It is so wonderful they were able to be together even if it was just for a little bit! I still remember when they were babies and not even walking...time sure flies! Hope Taylor is feeling good today and I hope to come visit soon!
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Belate happy birthday cute little baby dolls !!! You are looking super cool in pink.
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