Well the cold weather has settled in for the long haul. We are travelling to Calgary tomorrow and the temp will remain about 20 below. Dad returned from Weekes today so I am gladly relinquishing the keys to the beast to him. Matt has one more OT therapy before they break for holidays and then off to Calgary.
This week has been fairly quiet due to the poor weather however we did manage to get into town for a LILT treatment and OT. The therapist is so good with trying to strengthen Matt's abs and trying to think of ways that will improve his turning ability while laying down. The Homecare nurse came to do an assessment of the house to see if everything was up to par. She was quite impressed on how sunny the basement is because of the walk-out. However she is trying to work out where we can take Matt for a bath. So much politics to go through first. We mentioned we would gladly pay but we have to wait for the okay from the powers that be. The Homecare nurse will also look into getting Matt an electric bed for more independence.
Dad picked up a special mattress to prevent breakdown in his skin from Saskatoon. Uncle Jim had picked it up a week early and was holding it for us. Thanks Uncle. Aunty Karen tried to fit it in her car but is was just too big. Another new thing we purchased was a stimulator machine. We couldn't get the one we wanted because of price however this one will be okey until we get a better one. It stimulates Matt's muscles to contract to increase muscle tone and will promote more movement. The girls are having a great time trying it out on Matt.
Everyone is getting ready for Christmas and mom and I spent all weekend baking. It scares me on how much time it takes to prepare food and how little time it takes to eat it! We would like to take this opportunity to thanks everyone who have keep Matt and our family in their prayers and thoughts, for all the kind words, help and encouragement. It has been so helpful and we want to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and God's many blessing in 2009. Luke 2:11 For to you is born this day in the town of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:14 Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace and good will among men. Merry Christmas to you all from the Gustafson family.
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merry christmas matt joe shelley and the rest of the families and may the new year keep bringing more improvements.
god bless you all
ella and greg and family
Merry Christmas Matt to you and to your family. We are now in Lloyd and have the day to do some last minute things, then off to my sisters tomorrow. We are lucky because her boyfriend has place for Marty to park his truck at night so that we can all stay there for a few days. This will be the first Christmas that I have ever been to her place, so we are all excited about that. I hope that you all have a wonderful holiday and enjoy your time together, make sure you eat lots of turkey.
Candice
Hello all
Wishing you all the most blessed Christmas ever.You are in my thoughts much,keep up the good work.
Love aunty Margaret
Hi Matt,Joanne,George and family,
Just dropping a quick note to wish you all a wonderful Christmas and of course the best to you all in the new year. So proud of your progress Matt, you are one strong willed young man. You are soooo lucky to have such a wonderful family surrounding you with such faith and determination, love and kindness.
Love to you all,
Emma and Christine
From our house to yours. MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A WONDERFUL NEW YEAR. Hope this finds you all well and ready for the family gatherings. Ofcourse i still have those last minute things to pick up just waiting for Brenda to get off at noon for the holidays. Matt hope the big guy brings you all the things you have wished for. It is starting to warm up a little bit here up to minus 18 now. Will say bye for now and chat later. MERRY CHRISTMAS from all of us BRYON,BRENDA,SHAWN,JEN,OKLEY,SHELLY,BRETT,ASHTON,CAMERON,DAMEON,CHAD,KELSEY,LINCOLN,DENITA,KEVIN,BLAKE,DANIKA,KRISTIN,CODY,BRADEN.
Heres the rest of the list. ASHTON,CAMERON,DAMEON,CHAD,KELSEY,LINCOLN,DENITA,KEVIN,BLAKE,DANIKA,KRISTIN,CODY,BRADEN.
Dont know what im doing wrong but ill get the list on here yet.DENITA,KEVIN,BLAKE,DANIKA,KRISTIN,CODY,BRADEN
Stupid computers
Merry Christmas to all of you. So many changes, or adjustments for all of you. Yet, how wonderful it is to know that God supplies all our needs through the precious gift He gave us that first Christmas. We pray for a safe, joyous holiday, may you all be enveloped in peace, love and much laughter, we miss you.Love always, Winston, Carol and family
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE. The presents are opened, everyone is happy and the turkey is in the oven....what more can you ask for.
Church was overflowing last night (wish it could be like that all the time). It is cold, but not freezing like it was for the last few days.
Hope you are all having a wonderful time and that your house is as noisy as ours. Ha! We love you guys and pray that all goes well in the coming year.
Hugs for everyone. Uncle Orest, Auntie Sandy & Family
Everyone had a great day and we are all FULL - blessed aren't we? So much to eat,shelter from the cold and family...our list could go on and on. Taya and Daxton stole the show HA! We are happy to have the Alberta crew til Sunday after church-if only we could keep them longer!!!!Enjoy your time together - Happy New Year to all. yy
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