Edward Michael: We BLINKED.... and Edward is turning TWO!

First off, Edward had another EUA(exam under anesthesia) at Will's Eye on Wednesday and we received fantastic news. Both tumors were stable, nothing changed, meaning nothing grew or produced any seeds. The tumor in his right eye is still off to the side, allowing him to have full central vision. The tumor on the left side is half scar tissue already. The tumor is blocking a good portion of his macula, making his central vision somewhat compromised. We are going to keep patching and keep trying wear our glasses (Remember, he has glasses.... if only he would keep them ON!) Dr. Shields was pleased that there were no signs of any fluid or recurrence, and so they did not need to perform any laser treatment. Thank goodness! AND, Dr. Shields said that we could come back in four months! I nearly fell out of my chair when she uttered those words, because I couldn't believe it! Four MONTHS! It actually makes me a little nervous! Four whole months without an eye exam? Edward will have his six month MRI is March, but still! I am used to seeing doctors weekly, for many months of the last two years. If it is time, then I guess it is time, because this child is turning two, and he is on the move. A home wrecker, always on the go, a polly parrot, my little shadow, a go go go until you drop, kind of kid! He doesn't miss a thing, and he loves being around people, being the center of attention, and being silly. Did I mention he is SMART too? Okay, I know I am biased, and I am bragging, but the past two years have been the most difficult, ridiculous, crazy two years of our lives, and now that we have been given a little bit of breathing room, we are going to ENJOY every minute!

We had a little family birthday party for Eddie at my parents house yesterday to celebrate the good news....Sesame Street Style! And thanks to Pinterest I found decoration and cake ideas! Next weekend we are going to Augusta, GA to see Michael's parents and it WILL be his actual birthday (the 19th) and I know there will be more clapping, singing, and cake and ice cream. Thank you so much for all of your support and encouragement, prayers and positive thoughts, emails and cards, phone calls and text messages, facebook posts and comments. We are blessed with AMAZING support from each of you.