Colorado Ski Trip- No regrets

Carter was fortunate enough to have one of his friends invite him to go skiing in Colorado over spring break.  The Carson's wanted to help make a wish of Carter's come true.  This wish was to go skiing.  He made a bucket list and this is one of the items.  They provided him with everything!  I am still in awe of their overwhelming generosity and love for my child. We are truly blessed to have such an incredible family in our lives. 

I know a lot of you are thinking what the heck were you thinking Michelle!  Carter has CMT, he has breathing issues and you think he can go skiing?  I heard it from everyone.... The air is too thin in Colorado for him, the cold will make it hard for him to breath, he is going to be in so much pain, he can't ski.....Sean and I talked about it and we decided we need to let him live his life to the fullest, since we just don't know when or how much the disease is going to progress.  We cannot worry about the future, we have to live for today, the present. NO REGRETS!  Plus this was on his list of things to do and I want him to be able to experience as much as he can now before his breathing does get worse.  We knew if he was in too much pain or ran into any problems he would let them know.  We also had complete faith in the Carson's, they knew about Carter's disease and we knew they would take great care of him. 

I am not saying it was easy to let him go skiing, believe me it was hard for me.  I prayed heavily and prayed over him before he left.  But as the texts and pictures started flowing in, I knew we made the right decision.  He was so happy, full of life and experiencing life!

Yes, he was in pain but he pushed through it just like with Cross Country and by the end of the week he was in little to no pain!  He didn't have any problems with breathing either, maybe because he took his bipap with him. I believe our Heavenly Father was protecting him.

Psalm 91:4 He will cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you will find refuge.  His faithfulness will be your armor and protection. 

This trip was simply amazing for him.  Memories that will last him lifetime.  Honestly, he needed this, he needed to do something new.  He picked up skiing so fast and by the end of the week he was doing jumps and almost did a 360! He took some good spills but got back up and kept going.   It just goes to show you if you believe, you can achieve. 

I am so proud of him!  He continues to amaze me at his strength.  He is setting such a great example to his brothers.  Don't let your disease stand in your way.  Always try something don't assume you can't do it. Never ever give up!  Have faith and no regrets! 

He is already talking about going skiing again!  He loved it that much. 

Until next time..............NO REGRETS!

Momma Hayes
"Stay Strong, Believe"