Thanks A Million!

First, our family would like to thank Meri Armour, Maureen O'Connor, the Le Bonheur Family Partner's Council, Hillary Adams, N.A.C.H. and Tricia Morris.  Our family learned so much on this trip to Washington, D.C.  Shane has declared his future aspiration as "President of America."  And his little sister, Bradley, wants to be "Tricia" when she grows up because she knows her way around the big city!

We had the opportunity to meet families from across the country, made new friends and hopefully influenced some legislative people! The halls of Congress came to a stand still with busy adults stopping to greet our kids and inquire about their visit. The meeting Senator Alexander's staff was very informative and encouraging.  Senator Corker was an absolute hit with Shane and Henry! (Henry is his new friend from Johnson City,TN.) Shane cannot stop talking about Congressman Steve Cohen, he says, "He's a cool guy like me!" We were able to personally thank Congressmen Cohen for co-sponsoring the reauthorization of the CHGME bill.  And it is an understatement to say that they both adore Congressman Marsha Blackburn and think that she is "great fun" and "pretty"!

Shane delivered his speech on cue with all the gusto a five year old could muster. We are very proud of him and his sister and feel they did a great job representing West Tennessee.  And I can confidentially say that our legislators are very concerned about our children's health issues and are committed to supporting their needs.

As a citizen of Memphis, I am grateful to have Le Bonheur Children's Hospital for our kids. As a Tennessean, I am proud of our legislative representation.  And as an American, I am glad we live in a democracy where varying viewpoints can be shared.  And where a 4 and 5 year old can sit with their leaders in the nation's capitol and be truly appreciated for who they are and who they may become someday.


Thank you,
The Casey Family