Happy 5th Birthday Joshua!

After hearing Josh's diagnosis of  Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome during pregnancy, the doctor suggested termination. We were devastated when that same doctor showed us a very out-dated case study that indicated Joshua's chances of survival at age 5 were slim to none. Thankfully we were referred to the experts at UCSF who gave us tremendous hope, as well as 5 amazing years with our boy...and counting!!

This is such a special day for our family. We are full of so many emotions, but most of all - gratitude. We are so blessed that Joshua has done well these past 5 years. There have been many bumps in the road, which seems to be par for the course. But we are so thankful for the people we have around us; family, friends, doctors, nurses & fellow heart families to lean on.  We thank you all for your love and support.   

Now.... enjoy viewing the past 5 years, packed into 6 minutes:

Happy birthday sweet boy! We are so proud that you are our son, and we love you more than you could ever know!