Trip was a Success

Last Friday we left for Weekes at 10am and didn't get to there until 1030pm. We had to stop in Parkridge to see some of his friends and staff, which always takes awhile because everyone wants to talk to Matt. The girls are great travellers and the portable DVD player doesn't hurt either!
It was so good to see all the family members that were able to make it home. Aunty Karen and Uncle Neil have bought Grandma and Grandpa's house and it felt like old times, everyone trying to find a spot in the little house to sit and visit. Saturday Matt visited with some friends and didn't go to sleep until 2 am but we still managed to get him up for church the next morning. It was so good to see so many people and everyone helped get Matt into the church. IT has been the first time since his accident he has been in the church and it was a bit emotional. We did communion and on the way home I asked Matt how he was feeling and stated" I feel like nothing could get me down today". You could see in his eyes that he was relaxed and unburdened. The Spirit can do amazing things. It was so nice to see that there is finally a new minister and the message was charged with scripture and hope. I am not sure but I think it was hard for mom and Matt to see everyone and know that they were just visiting.
The trip back to Red Deer was uneventful but of course we had to stop at Parkridge again to visit. The weather cooperated for the weekend but sure was miserable for travelling. Cold, rain, wind. The van is very tall and catches the wind all the time so I needed to be diligent the whole time. Dad came in Nolan's mustang and he tried to drive the van for a bit but the seats are quite uncomfortable and his neck got too sore so we switched again.
Thanks everyone for the great trip, the fellowship, and the occasional tears that flowed. It was nice to know that Matt hasn't been forgotten and that people are still praying for his continued journey.