Band of Balloons

On May 5th, 2006, 3 weeks before his 3rd birthday, Joe suffered a life threatening spinal aneurysm that left him a quadriplegic. He was airlifted to Children’s Hospital where he spent the next three months. Prior to the aneurism, which doctors say was caused by a rare circumstance where a group of blood vessels had grown together, he was perfectly healthy.What we were told: • Joe may not make it out of the extensive surgery to clean up his damaged spine • If Joe made it through the surgery he would be a complete quadriplegic • Joe most likely would only have a life expectancy of another five yearsWhat we know: • Joe is a strong boy and a fighter • Joe has regained movement in his arms down to his wrists and even has movement in his left thumb • Doctors now disagree on the original diagnosis of his life expectancy • Joe has the opportunity to be a part of an amazing program at the Kennedy Krieger Institute that is creating everyday miracles for many children.What we are doing: • Grassroots fundraising to help supplement the costs of the program to include: o Wine party/Cake Walk o DJ Event Night o Urban garage sale “Buy the Bye” o Potential dinner and auction o Band of Balloons benefit concertWhat you can do to help: • Support our upcoming events through attendance or donation • Spread the word to your friends and family • Offer ideas, suggestions and assistanceI edited my profile with Thomas' Myspace Editor V4.4