A Wonderful Day at Dartmouth!

Did anyone ever think we would say "We had a wonderful day at Dartmouth!"? This was the first time we've made the drive up to Lebanon because we wanted to, not because we need to. We went up Friday night and spent the night at a hotel just to help cut down on the time crunch. This is the second night Rachel has spent up in Lebanon through this whole saga. Ben reads a compelling rendition of Green Eggs and Ham. Tyler also like to listen to story time. Granted he's trying to figure out how to get the paper and chew it.

It was up near our normal time today with a quick bite to eat at the hotel and off to the hospital. The walk registration began at 9am with an hour of meeting the other walkers, kids crafts, looking at the beautiful posters of ICN graduates, and general hobnobbing. We met a few of the doctors and nurses here and was able to chat with them. Tyler of course put on his best flirty smile and showed off. It's amazing how social this child is!

Around 10 we loaded up our Cadillac of a wagon and were off. By the way, this is the best wagon I've ever used. Both kids are strapped in and I love the canopy. The weather was beautiful, sunny and mild-great walking weather. Both of them were very happy to ride most of the way in the wagon.




About half way through the walk near David's House, the DaRT team landed a helicopter and parked a transport ambulance for us to meet and greet with. This is the first time since May 23, 2008 Tyler has seen the helicopter. I don't think this is the one he rode in, but does it really matter. He was even allowed to sit in the pilot's seat for pictures.










At the end of the walk there was a cook out. A few more of the ICN staff were able to come and meet and greet with us. The ICN is over booked today, they have more kiddos than bed spaces so many of the staff members were very busy. The people we did see all were happy to see us and especially Tyler. Tyler, despite needed a major nap by this time still have smiles and laughs to share.

The Parent's Council where generous enough to make posters of ICN graduates to hang around today event. Tyler was one of the babies. It brought tears to my eyes to see what a beautiful job they did with the pictures for all the babies.

This has been a very gratifying day for us. We want to thank all of those who sponsored us. We greatly appreciate your support! THANK YOU!