Well it has been a busy week. I have been wanting to update and add picturesfor the last few
days, but haven't seemed to have a spare moment. Also Tanner is now competing with me for the computer. He has enjoyed all the comments, words of encouragement and hope. For all of us that know Tanner so well we know he is a fighter and will not give up until he has made his recovery. He has a good friend that was in an accident last summer, he broke several bones from his Knees down and was not given much hope from the doctors. But he is walking! His advice to Tanner was, you will recover as far as you want to recover. He is one that I love to see walking down the hall to visit Tanner.
We had a family meeting with team that is working with Tanner. They were all very
optimistic about Tanner and amazed by his determination and strength. Tanner joined us
in his wheelchair. One of the team members told me that this meeting usually takes place around the bed of the patient. They are shooting for Tanners release date to be on December 31st. Tanner has a little different goal, it is not a for sure date and it can change depending on
his progress. We would love to have him home for Christmas, but also want whatever is best
for Tanner to keep progressing forward. He loves going outside and feeling the fresh air.
We have had some exciting things happen that encourage us and keep us believing in miracles.
A friend of the family was visiting Tanner, he asked him to move his big toe. Tanner looked down and concentrated enough to have his toe move up and down. Also yesterday at physical therapy he felt his stomach muscles fire off. Tonight Gregg was testing his strength in his stomach and had tears feel his eyes as Tanner could push up his hand.
Last week our prayers were concentrated on his intestines gaining back his function. Things are moving again. This week our prayers are going to be focused on his trunk regaining the strength to help him transfer to his wheelchair.
Friday was our ward Christmas party which they had a box to write to Tanner. As I am sitting here with him he is reading them and sharing the letters with me. The letters are so inspiring and uplifting. These are the words from Tanner. Also a decorated tree with notes also. I want to
thank all of you for your concern, love and support. We could never make it through such a trial without the amazing people that are in our lives.
Scott his doing fine. We are moving forward on our garage that will be Tanner's new master suite. Scott has forgotten he has three compressed disc's. Except he does where a brace. I am afraid I am going to have to tie him down. Or maybe duct tape, that seems to be a favorite of the family.
Also tonight was a trial with some of the nurses. They seem to not realize the benefit it is to have so many great supporters. They called security because they said we are not obeying the 2 per room rule. Not a good night with them! I am not sure why they have a problem with 10 or more in the room. It is big enough to accommodate us,(maybe not in there book or policy) Oh well, there's always tomorrow.
We are grateful for the love that is shown to our family, we will get through this together!
Love you all,
Stacie
We had a family meeting with team that is working with Tanner. They were all very
optimistic about Tanner and amazed by his determination and strength. Tanner joined us
in his wheelchair. One of the team members told me that this meeting usually takes place around the bed of the patient. They are shooting for Tanners release date to be on December 31st. Tanner has a little different goal, it is not a for sure date and it can change depending on
his progress. We would love to have him home for Christmas, but also want whatever is best
for Tanner to keep progressing forward. He loves going outside and feeling the fresh air.
We have had some exciting things happen that encourage us and keep us believing in miracles.
A friend of the family was visiting Tanner, he asked him to move his big toe. Tanner looked down and concentrated enough to have his toe move up and down. Also yesterday at physical therapy he felt his stomach muscles fire off. Tonight Gregg was testing his strength in his stomach and had tears feel his eyes as Tanner could push up his hand.
Last week our prayers were concentrated on his intestines gaining back his function. Things are moving again. This week our prayers are going to be focused on his trunk regaining the strength to help him transfer to his wheelchair.
Friday was our ward Christmas party which they had a box to write to Tanner. As I am sitting here with him he is reading them and sharing the letters with me. The letters are so inspiring and uplifting. These are the words from Tanner. Also a decorated tree with notes also. I want to
thank all of you for your concern, love and support. We could never make it through such a trial without the amazing people that are in our lives.
Scott his doing fine. We are moving forward on our garage that will be Tanner's new master suite. Scott has forgotten he has three compressed disc's. Except he does where a brace. I am afraid I am going to have to tie him down. Or maybe duct tape, that seems to be a favorite of the family.
Also tonight was a trial with some of the nurses. They seem to not realize the benefit it is to have so many great supporters. They called security because they said we are not obeying the 2 per room rule. Not a good night with them! I am not sure why they have a problem with 10 or more in the room. It is big enough to accommodate us,(maybe not in there book or policy) Oh well, there's always tomorrow.
We are grateful for the love that is shown to our family, we will get through this together!
Love you all,
Stacie
1 comment:
Tanner,
I have known your Mom and Dad for a long time and know one thing for sure - they are winners and go for what they want. Your Mom is always trying to better herself by reading self-help books, exercising, starting a new project at the house, finding different ways to educate her children, to becoming an EMT (which isn't a bad idea considering the Godfrey's!). It doesn't suprise me that there was a run-in with the nurses - she will fight for you tooth and nail! I remember when your Dad had "Scott" painted on the drivers side and "Stacie" on the passenger side of his beefed-up 4 wheel drive truck in high school. I am sure his friends gave him heck for that! He knew what he wanted - your Mom and he got her! Determination and winning runs strong in both your immediate and extended family. I am touched each day in hearing about the blessings that have come from this. Your stength and attitude have been amazing! I know you have the same "winning determination" that your parents have. Our family prays for you daily.
Love always,
The Cattani Family
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