Christmas is coming

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.