:: Connor's May UCLA Visit ::

Last week we were at UCLA for Connor's official examination under anesthesia with Dr. Demmer. We were relieved to find out Connor's eyes are completely healthy!!! Praise GOD! Dr. Demmer did find that Connor's eyes were slightly different from the first prescription he had given us, so we are ordering his new glasses tomorrow with a new prescription of -22.5 in the left eye and -19.5 in the right eye. He also saw that Connor's eye is shaped like an egg rather than a ping pong ball, he is not sure why...so he is doing some research on this. Dr. Demmer is concerned that there could be other problems Connor has that is creating such a severe change in his eyes. He has asked us to see a genetic specialist to rule out any other diseases he could have causing his eye problems. This is our next step along with getting contacts. Connor spent two days getting fitted for contacts while we were there and we will go back Monday to try and practice getting them in. This will be hard transition for Connor because of his age, but it is highly recommended as it will give Connor clarity of objects and peripheral vision. The funniest part of our visit was when the doc sat me down to discuss the price of Connor's contacts (just incase I fainted!), each pair will cost $500. This was a hard trip for us to make as a family, but we are so grateful to all of you as we knew we had continuous support the whole time we were there. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the love, prayers and support. We will keep you posted on everything we find out and the dates of his next appointments.

Connor in front of the Jules Stein Institute

Connor waiting with mommy

Connor waiting to go in

Connor and Grandma making wishes for the day

:: Welcome Taylor Sunshine Perry ::

Taylor Sunshine Perry came into this world on April 22 at 2:11 am. She was a healthy 7lbs 11 oz. She is a beautiful addition to the family and the Perry's are doing great!

Since miss Taylor arrived a little later than expected the Perry's have rescheduled Connor's eye appointment at UCLA for May 19th. We'll update you after his appointment.

As of May 3rd we have raised $4,940!!!! Wow, the love for the Perry family is amazing and so are all of you who have helped out.

Lots of love to you Perry family!!! xoxo