The Biggest Boy

Now that our daughter Carly has left our home and will soon be getting married, Tom and I speak a lot about "the boys." Often we make a distinction--"the little boys"--because Bryce, our oldest son is twelve years older than Grayson and fifteen years older than Elijah. Bryce is further distinguished due to multiple disabilities. He is completely reliant on our care but is the peaceful heart of our home. The other boys love to climb into bed with Bryce and snuggle. Elijah often pulls onto Bryce's lap when he's sitting in his wheelchair. Elijah also likes to operate Bryce's hospital bed, lower or raising it when we need to get him in or out of his wheelchair. There have even been a few times I've found Bryce with his legs high up in the air thanks to his little brother! Yet Bryce loves their attention. He almost always looks directly at them and gives a big smile. The "little boys" have changed our lives, Bryce included.