Nearing Anniversary #6

As we approach Ellis' six year anniversary we are excited for some news from Santa Clara University. Ellis has applied to several colleges, but did the Early Decision deal with SCU. We should hear around mid December if they're smart enough to take our little trooper on. Heck, she's a senior in high school - better come up with a better description, huh?
This fall Ellis participated in crew as a coxswain (just fun to spell) and rower. The Head of the Lake Regatta blew our team right off the course as it was cancelled partway into the event. So she only participated in one race, but she "enjoyed" the training and teamwork enough to continue into Winter Training with CrossFit, running and erging. Ellis also is taking a swimming instructor course in the mornings.
She exercised so much this fall that her blood pressure meds are way out of whack - in a good way, I guess. Had us worried for a bit.
We had a big gang over for Turkey day including the Brady's who have been gracious enough to continue celebrating with the Patricks. It was team Brady who joined Ellis in 2011 @ Children's Hospital for a holiday celebration just before her transplant. They've been through thick and thin with us!
Ellis is up for her yearly cardiac cath just before Christmas. All signs point to positive things. Keep your fingers crossed.

Ellis lost a game to her brother? What?

Senior Photos

Tree Lighting in Seattle