Sorry it has taken me so long to write. The gang finally got here at 11:30pm Tuesday night. What a sorry looking bunch! Big circles under their eyes, and so tired. By the time they unpacked and got Matt settled, it was 1:30 am. I think they are still recuperating.
Things have been so hectic since they came I haven't been able to catch up on much, but things will settle once mom knows where to find things and stop phoning me at work!!
Matt has been getting in home therapy since Wednesday and there is a noticeable decline in some functions, however with the rehab plan the 2 nannies have in store for him, Matt will soon regain most of his lost function. We are still waiting to hear if Matt can attend some rehab as an outpatient at the hospital. So far everything is working out okay.
Right now Nolan and Lindsay came from Calgary for the weekend to help dad build a ramp for the front of the house to make it easier to get Matt in. Right now dad has the ramp but it is so steep that 2-3 people have to push him up. Matt has also gained some weight so makes him heavier to push. So we have a very full house but we are having a great time playing Yahtzee, sequence, crib, etc. The nannies like it too, learning all new games. Jonmarie and Shaunie love having family around.
Thanks for all the "safety" prayers that were sent on Tuesday. I was starting to get a bit worried but the arrived safe and sound. Continue to pray for Matt's rehab and that Matt will once again be progressing.
Friday, October 24, 2008
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Slow Going
Another update, you can tell that I am anxiously waiting.
Mom had phoned me at 3:30 and the were just passing Rosthern! They again had trouble after filling up in Porcupine, with the van smelling of gas and bucking like a wild bronco. By Tisdale they were about to turn around and call it quits, but decided to press on until Melfort and go to the auto shop there. By the time they pulled up, the van started behaving better and they were able to continue on. At 8pm, they had gotten as far as Provost. Unfortunately because of losing so much time, they were unable to stop in Parkridge so Matt was quite disappointed.
Because they are travelling in 2 vehicles, when Matt has to use the facilities, they both must stop and that takes time. So praying they will make it by midnight.
Prayers,prayers,prayers!
Mom had phoned me at 3:30 and the were just passing Rosthern! They again had trouble after filling up in Porcupine, with the van smelling of gas and bucking like a wild bronco. By Tisdale they were about to turn around and call it quits, but decided to press on until Melfort and go to the auto shop there. By the time they pulled up, the van started behaving better and they were able to continue on. At 8pm, they had gotten as far as Provost. Unfortunately because of losing so much time, they were unable to stop in Parkridge so Matt was quite disappointed.
Because they are travelling in 2 vehicles, when Matt has to use the facilities, they both must stop and that takes time. So praying they will make it by midnight.
Prayers,prayers,prayers!
On Their Way!!
I can hardly believe that they are on their way! They left this am a little later than expected, always something last minute to do. We are busy on our end, getting the basement cleaned up and moving some things for more space. The cement walkway outside is ready to go and we are hoping to have the deck rebuilt in the next week, as the last one had to be tore down due to structural damage.
Please pray for God's guidance on their trip and for their safety. I believe Matt wants to stop in Parkridge to have a visit, so will be here after 9 pm.
Keeping fingers (and toes) crossed!
Please pray for God's guidance on their trip and for their safety. I believe Matt wants to stop in Parkridge to have a visit, so will be here after 9 pm.
Keeping fingers (and toes) crossed!
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