Avery's Smile

I ran across Avery's Bucket List yesterday and for the first time became aware of the genetic condition of SMA(Spinal Muscular Atrophy). I must say that this has to be the saddest thing I've heard in a long time and I am bummed that I did not find this sooner.

The blog is very interesting to read and is something that needs awareness brought to it. If the last thing we learn from this little precious life is that everyday matters and you never know what is going to happen. Take every breath like its your last and live your life to the fullest. Because, that is what Avery did with the help of her parents and the rest of  her family.

So as I was perusing the sight I saw a lot of  pictures of this little baby and even though her body was basically shutting down you never saw it on her face all that was there was the most beautiful smile and her smile brought a smile to my face and it stayed there almost all day because of this courageous family and the fact that despite this terrible diagnosis they never let that bring them down.

My advice to you all today is that if you haven't already go and visit Avery's Bucket List (http://averycan.blogspot.com/)t and read her story and her fight against this terrible condition.

And on the days where you just feel terrible I encourage you all to remember Avery's smile and the battle that she had to endure. Then smile, whether its because you feel lucky that you and your family have not been affect by SMA or any other terrible things that are out there in the world, or just because you know that no matter what there is a bright spot in everyday all you have to do is find it.


                                                            Until Next Time