Mia's 17th Birthday - at the Hospital - 195th blood transfusion!

Happy 17th Birthday Mia - she spent her actual birthday at the

hospital receiving her 195th blood transfusion.

In honor of her special day...

Mia and her birthday twin and special nurse - Miss Christine - 

collected gift cards for teens in the hospital.

They received over $1,000. to buy gift cards

so teens can get a special surprise after treatments.

We have a wonderful toy closet for children but

teens (including Mia) don't go in there because they don't 

pick out toys.

Hey Dad!

Hey Mom!

We said a big thank you to everyone who donated 

and put their names on a sticky note on Mia's 

hospital room door.

What a great birthday treat to be able to give back

to the hospital that helps save Mia's life every month.

Thank You...Hearts With Hope!

Mia was blessed with a special package in the mail by:

Hearts With Hope. 

How sweet and thoughtful of you to think of Mia.

Let me tell you, when you have a child with a life threatening illness, 

anything that brings a smile to their face makes your heart

burst with joy. It's extra special when others think of them.

Mia LOVES movies & treats!

(partly I think because she get so tired all the time with

not making any red blood cells)

So this was the perfect gift for her!

Thank you SO much Hearts With Hope for thinking of her!