Show off your Michael's POD Shirt
In honor of Michael’s 5th birthday, we’re celebrating with love — and matching shirts. If you have a “Michael’s POD” shirt, snap a photo and share it here. Whether you're near or far, let’s show that Michael’s pod is swimming strong.

Michael's 5th Birthday
Beautiful Day! We see you sweet boy!
Today was a beautiful day for a 5k along the C&O canal! Thank you to everyone who joined us this morning for the 2025 Turkey Tumble to support autism awareness! After the walk we went to breakfast at Metro 29 diner. As I sat and looked at all those around the table I knew how happy Michael would have been. So many who loved him. His wonderful teachers, Yai Cass, Uncle Shane, Aunt Cydney and Aunt Beanie! I knew Michael was telling his heavenly family about all of these beautiful souls who have been on this journey with us. He was talking to me tonight! Wanted me to know he was near. I went to Walmart to pick up a prescription. As I walked by an end cap I noticed the small license plates. I originally noticed Ella's name. But then I saw Bubba, not once but twice. W…


That is so wonderful!