It hardly seems appropriate to be sending you an email, but I figure you’d rather not have me come to your house and drag you out of bed in the middle of the night.
It’s crazy to think that just over a week ago, we were complaining about running to the market, and having too much laundry-the ordinary things.
It’s unbelievable how your entire world can be turned upside down in a day.Our trip to Disney was truly magical. Each and evert moment was cherished. From the moment we got into “Mr. Jacovini’s” limousine to the gigantic ice cream the girls had just before leaving.
The bags of goodies, guide books, park goodies, Disney Store run, all in anticipation of what we would want to have there ensured I didn’t go completely crazy gathering everything i needed.

Lisa, the accommodations, park passes, special tours, car service (Sophia especially liked this one) were totally over the top. We could not have imagined better treatment. You and your people really have outdone themselves.
Every day held so much magic.  Sophia summed it up best when we tucked her into bed after Day 1 at the Magic Kingdom.  She said, “Daddy, all my dreams came true today”.  We were truly able to see Disney magic through the girl’s eyes.  It was such a blessing.  The memories will last a lifetime.  WIth each day that passed, the girls had new favorite experiences and surprises.  We had so many conversations about the Magic of Dreams and the power friendship.

There was certainly no better diversion for us, while waiting during the down time until Dean’s first appointment on Tuesday.
We went from 6am to 10 pm…Disney, Disney, Disney.  Dean even clocked a few miles on his running shoes while there. I swear…he is a machine!
Every Day Was Magic.

About the basement project…
We are in complete awe.
It is more than we ever dreamed of doing in that space for the girls.
It is more than we ever could have done on our own.
It is exactly what each of the girls had envisioned and it is truly SPECTACULAR.
We are so grateful for the girls to have a space to call their own, to hang out with their friends, and to just be kids amongst the very ugly, grown up world we are about to enter. We are on top of each other here-which is definitely how we like things-but having that space will allow them to continue to be little girls amidst all the shit.
They both fell asleep down there tonight, only after a major Karaoke session and a quick view of Mary Poppins.
I don’t know exactly who was involved, but If you could get me a list, I would like to thank each and every one personally.

Your outpouring of generosity and support have been overwhelming. I know that Dean’s illness has affected each of you as well. I cannot begin to understand any of it really.
We are sitting back here trying to figure how we are deserving of such amazing friends, of such tremendous gifts, of such incredible angels in our lives. Surely we’ve done some home make-overs, run a few auctions and coached a few soccer teams, but seriously, this is all so much.

Your demonstration of human spirit and friendship has overwhelmed us and shown us gratitude we will carry with us forever.
There is no doubt the road ahead will be a tough one. We know our team of angels is behind is and that is what will carry us through the darkness.

We love you beyond infinity,
Nicole, Dean, GIanna and Sophia