"Angel Wings"

 It's with a heavy heart that I write this post.  Atticus passed away last Sunday, May 27th.  This past week has been emotional and hard.  I ache for his parents.  I'm in awe of their testimony and strength.  Atticus is with Heavenly Father now.  The funeral services were yesterday.  The Spirit was so incredibly strong there.  A close friend of ours, who has since moved, asked me how the funeral went, and this is what I wrote her... You don't usually call a funeral perfect, but I think this one was. The Spirit was there, so very strong. It was of course very emotional, but so many lives were touched. Both Cindy and Eric's words were so touching. You could feel the strength of their testimonys. They both at one point spoke personally to Atticus--it was so special--you knew he was there listening. You could feel of Cindy and Eric's knowledge of the plan of salvation.  It was SO tough watching Cindy break down in tears and sobbing.  It's so hard to see her hurt. I ache for her. It's going to be a tough road, but I know her testimony will see her through along with family and friends. They did a balloon release at the graveside, and it was beautiful.  We love you Eric, Cindy, and Isaac.

 His obituary written by his amazing parents, Eric and Cindy:

..Atticus Eric Hansen..

December 17, 2007- May 27, 2012

Our sweet Atticus Eric Hansen, returned to our loving Heavenly Father Sunday May 27, 2012. Our prayers were answered as he passed peacefully at home in mommy and daddy's arms snuggled in his BYU blanket. Atticus was our first miracle. 

Born December 17, 2007. A beautiful 7 pound 8 ounce bundle of joy. He had a head full of hair, the most beautiful color of copper red you have ever seen! 

 We have had 4 AMAZING years. Growing. Loving. Watching. Crying. Laughing. Praising. And last but not least learning. Atticus has taught us so much. He has proven that great things come in small packages. He has been a true missionary to us all. He loved reading his Book of Mormon, singing primary songs, and always said the sweetest prayers. 

Atticus was wise behind his years and too smart for his own good! He had a love for life that was contagious. No matter where he went or what he was doing he always had something witty and funny to say. Putting a smile on your face and leaving you thinking, " Is he really only 4 years old?" He was ALL boy with an obsession with sports. Baseball and golf being his favorites. He loved to be outside riding his bike down the ally, looking for treasure, and racing cars. He loved his cars. Atticus was the worlds best big brother and was very protective over Isaac. They were the best of buds. 

Atticus fought a very courageous battle. He faced DIPG with dignity patience and a great deal of bravery. He had an amazing ability to stay happy and upbeat, and chose to focus on the things he could do rather than the things he couldn't. He never complained. He is the strongest person we know. He taught us all to never give up. To Love more. To embrace each day and to rely on the Lord. 

His life was short. His battle with cancer even shorter, 4 1/2 months. But in that short amount of time he, touched so many peoples lives. We love more, because of him. He is truly amazing and is one of Heavenly Fathers finest. 

We want to thank the many many people that have served prayed and loved our family. We want to thank our amazing Oncology Doctors at Medical City Children's hospital.. We love you. Thank you for loving our son. We want to thank Marianne, Amanda, Wendy, and Kammie... you are the best nurses the world will ever know. Our medical team made a very tragic journey do-able. We will forever be grateful for all of you and will always have a special place for you in our hearts. 

Our hearts are broken, our bodies ache, but we couldn't be happier for Atticus. He is free from pain. Free from cancer. Free to play as much baseball as his heart desires. We love you sweet boy. More than words can say. We cannot wait until the day we meet again, hold you in our arms, and kiss your sweet cheeks. We are better people because of you.

 xoxo, Daddy Mommy and Chunk