The second birthday may be confusing, but for those who receive bone marrow transplants it is very clear that this is the day that their new, healthy, blood was born. Six years ago today, depending on what time zone you are reading this from, was that life saving day for Cutler and it is such a glorious day.
This morning before school I was explaining to the boys what this day was and how bone marrow and bone marrow transplants work, including the destruction of the old bone marrow and Mason’s immediate response was “wow dad, that is pretty serious, he could have died.” I just kind of smiled and told him he was right, but God didn’t let that happen.
I’ll be honest, it is only now that the truth of Mason’s words are hitting me hard and making me realize how blessed we are to have Cutler running around and living life like the crazy, loving, funny, and goofy person he is. Throughout the year I successfully suppress the memories and emotions of what we went through during his battle, but there are three days that always bring it back. September 11th, the day he was diagnosed, today, and this coming Monday when we will walk into the oncologists office for Cutler’s annual visit.
I kind of wish the days could be spread out more evenly throughout the year so that I can be reminded more often what is truly important in this world.
Below are a few pictures from each of Cutler’s 2nd birthdays.
Team Fricke 