Partaee!!!!!!!!!!!!

We had an awesome party for Michael on Saturday! My sisters and Chelsey were here to liven things up. Of course, all were invited and one by one they strolled or rolled in for the festivities. We started out with some Marvin Gaye on the boom box to get us in the party mood. As you all know Michael and us Samson women, we had to bust some moves! Lots of smiles and laughter. We probably spent 30 minutes alone just hitting balloons at each other. Michael thought it was hilarious when one would hit him in the head and crack up. Michael had a special Birthday hat that he proudly wore during the entire party. We played pin the features on Michael, and we think he was peeking when he took his turn (what a surprise)! We all sang before he blew out the candles, but he made a wish first. Interestingly enough, he knew what that meant and did so without telling what he wished for. I think the funniest thing that day was the cakecapades. Everyone got a large slice along with ice cream, and he ate his without wasting any time, then reached over and took another. When I had my back turned, he dug in with his own fork to take his third and last piece, because we whisked it away while his eyes followed it out of the room!
 It was so heartwarming to bring some joy and laughter to these young men who are facing a difficult recovery. Just wanted to thank the Edwards family for the gift they sent. Michael really enjoyed it. Also, Michael received his first memory from Logan Redden and it was so sweet. He listened to every word, and we were all teary eyed by the time it was finished. We are putting it a memory box for him to read later. Thank-you so much Logan. We are seeing improvements daily and are very encouraged. He couldn't be more loving and affectionate. I am so thankful for that. He is starting to remember his brother and sister's names. He is also starting outings off campus once a week. Post from the "Partaee Animals" I will post pics when Loren shows me how.