Chasing Rainbows: Shifting Sand...

Thursday, June 16, 2011

Shifting Sand...

Where to begin...

Gavin has been nothing short of inspiring on this vacation. Seeing him on the beach has brought this Mommy to tears. Although I have always believed that Gavin would do everything...I have to admit that standing with him at the water's edge was something I didn't see coming. It meant so much to me to have him standing next to me - barely holding on.

He loved sitting in the sand, too, and did such a great job sitting tall on his own.

He looked so handsome.

Ed and I kept a close eye on him...

...we were so worried about getting sand in his eyes!

While Brian whizzed around him, Gavin sat "zen-like" watching the Ocean. I so wanted to know what he was thinking...at times it seemed like the Ocean was going to put him to sleep!

Just when we thought it couldn't get any better - there was the water. This child was fearless. Ed and I took turns standing with him as the waves crashed on our legs and Gavin laughed and laughed - never losing his balance.

Listen for him laughing as the water splashes on their legs....

I can't even describe how proud I am of Gavin. Eating has been a major issue here...but he makes up for it with intense motivation to walk. We just couldn't get over his balance on that shifting sand. And, as always, we were so happy to see him enjoy the rides...

I just have this feeling that something *clicked* with our Superhero...I can't wait to see what else he has in store for us. This little boy is full of wonderful surprises...

I LOVE YOU, GAVIN!!

(Be sure to check out my earlier post that's all about Brian on his "Half Birthday!")

1 comment:

AnonymousJune 16, 2011 at 6:39 PM
WAY TO GO, GAVIN!!!
Glad to see both of you having such a great time at the shore.

Barb
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Gavin's Playground Project

Gavin's Playground Project was born from my desire to see an "All Abilities" playground built at Nemours/A.I. duPont Hospital for Children in Wilmington, Delaware. This is the hospital where Gavin spent a lot of time during his life... and where he ultimately died, surrounded by friendly and familiar faces. To mark the one year anniversary of his death, I held a fundraiser on April 5, 2014. You can read all about it in THIS post.

We raised a LOT of money, but not enough for a playground! If you would like to contribute to help make this playground a reality - so no kids will ever have to sit on the sidelines watching their peers play - you can contribute directly to the hospital through the Chasing Rainbows fundraising page HERE. Your donation will go directly to the hospital for the playground and is tax deductible. You can also create your own fundraising team page and start collecting donations in honor of anyone you want!! There is also a mailing address on their page if you prefer to mail a check. Designate your contribution in memory of Gavin Leong - or write in that this is for the playground so your dollars will go to the right place. Thank you for your support of Gavin's Playground Project!

Gavin's Trust Project

I created "Gavin's Trust Project" to help support Gavin's friends who receive services from the Chester County Intermediate Unit in Pennsylvania. I wanted to continue to try to "make the impossible... possible" for kids like Gavin, knowing well how hard it can be to get much needed "special needs" items. It makes me happy to know that even after his death, Gavin continues to help others. Click HERE to learn more about the Trust Project! All of your donations, big and small, will be added to Gavin's Trust Project to help therapists and teachers get what they need for children in this program. You can write a check made out to CCIU and mail it to: Chester County Intermediate Unit, c/o Deb Hiller, 455 Boot Rd., Downingtown, PA 19335. Please be sure to add "Gavin's Trust Project" in the memo. Thank you on behalf of me and my little superhero!