This is Joseph. He is 9 years old, though he told some people that we met at the Olympics he was 12...A lot of the older boys will try to tell you that they are older than they actually are, but they don't realize that age is not on their side, for they age out of the system at age 14. Joseph has more time than some of the others here, but even still, older children are harder to place in families.
Joseph has a heart condition and has already had one surgery. At this time, his second surgery has been postponed and he is being followed closely by the heart surgeons. He continues to do well, though he is somewhat pale and frail looking. He also has a problem with his voice due to Velo-Cardio-Facial-Syndrome. The little hangy-ball at the back of his throat is not long enough, which causes most of what he says to sound like mumbling. He has a high pitched nasal sounding voice. He can get a surgery that will correct his voice problem, but it cannot be done until after his second heart surgery.
He was hungry, so we stopped at KFC before the game.
Riding the subway.
Outside the venue.
Joseph and I at the Volleyball matches.
End of a long, but fun day.
3 comments:
Oh Tab, you know I have a weak spot for kids with heart problems. You be sure to tell Joseph I said hi too, and wish him the best for me.
Tabitha, Just want you to know that Anna, Matt, Rich & I are thinking of you and missing you! Thank you so much for taking the time to share all of your kids and their stories. We can't wait to hear more when you come home! the Calls
How cool! That is great that the kids got to go!
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