Now that the shock has gone I can update you on more of
Tanner. Obviously he is doing well. I should say OK,
but I can honestly say that getting on that bike made his day.
As you can see from his smile. I know some are questioning
that ride, but look at Tanners face. Tanner is staying busy.
He has been going to physical therapy 3 times a week plus
acupuncture and chiropractor. Then the afternoon fills
with friends. This keeps us all busy, I have a revolving door.
we all love to see people (the only complaint is maybe
having the closing time be midnight.) Scott and I have
learned to just go to bed. We can't keep up with them at night.
Here are some pictures of Tanner. We finally got his stander.
He wasn't too excited to get into his Grandma's invention. So
now he can do some of his physical therapy here. This helps
to put weight on his bones. It helps them stay strong. He has
some more movement in his quads on his left leg. He can bend and
straighten it. Small steps but I know that it will have huge
results.
Scott and Gavin went to St. George this weekend to race a
desert race. (Scott did not race)Gavin took 2nd due to a flat tire that he had
to finish the race with. Gregg, Chanler, Ethen, Tyler,
and the Miller boys raced also. Scott called with the news
of the day. Todd broke his right wrist and possibly his left.
His mom Jana was there, she took Todd to the hospital and came
back to Brent her oldest son with a broken collar bone. I
sure hope us moms have a special place in Heaven for what these
boys put us through! I told Jana we could fit a few more beds
in Tanners room. I'm sure I could have a few more patients.
Scott told me that there was alot of racers there that had
the #155 on their number plates to honor Tanner. I was so
touched by that. I know they are very supportive of
Tanner. All day Tanner said "boy, its a perfect day for a race".
His thoughts were with everyone of you that had his number on
your bike. Thanks for taking him along. I am glad that they
are out doing what they love and sending their thoughts and
prayers to Tanner. Tanner was very touched when he heard this.
He has such a big heart and it goes out to all of you.
Thanks again for your support and continued prayers.
Someone asked me what the doctors think of Tanners progress?
I can honestly say they don't know. They have
just sent Tanner on his way. I do talk to the nurse when we have
problems. But for the doctor, We have only seen him once since
Tanner has left the hospital. So as you can see it is not the
medical end that will heal Tanner. It is the love and support
he has from everyone of you that read this everyday and keep him
in your prayers. SO TOGETHER WE ARE GOING TO MAKE IT. AND WHEN
WE MAKE IT WE WILL ALL CELEBRATE TOGETHER. I feel that my extended
family as grown by leaps and bounds. What an amazing blessing
this is to our family. I want you all to know how much we love
each and everyone of you. I know some might be a little disappointed
in Tanners decision on getting on a bike this fast again. But it
is Tanner that has to live his life the way it is now. If he has
questions of what if's it is better to answer them now as we go.
This is how he sees what limits there are and where he can adjust.
The good news is the bike is put away out to the shop! So that
temptation won't be there as of now. I know alot of "what if's"
have been asked, but "what if's" don't matter to what is. I truly
believe that we can't live our lives on what if's. We take it as
it comes.
I have not been too good at updating, I will try to get it updated
at least once a week. If there is anything that anyone wants to
know about Tanner I would be happy to tell you if I know.
Thanks again for your great comments! They do put a smile on
Tanners face and let him know that people care and we are not
fighting this alone.
Our love and prayers to all.
The Godfrey's
Friday, February 22, 2008
Thursday, February 21, 2008
I guess we call this determination!
So today I get a phone call from Scott. He had come home early to
take Gavin and Todd snowmobling. He asked how close I was to
home and I told him I was on my way to Costco. Then he said I was
going to miss it. And then preceded to tell me that Tanner was
riding around the block! I think I was in shock! I told him to take
video. I hung up and it hit me! What! So I called back and talked
to Todd. Todd said "Isn't it cool! He is even riding a wheelie!"
Oh my! When I got home I told them they were all grounded!!
Well I will let you see for yourself. I guess this is progress? And
I am glad he has his new helmet on!
take Gavin and Todd snowmobling. He asked how close I was to
home and I told him I was on my way to Costco. Then he said I was
going to miss it. And then preceded to tell me that Tanner was
riding around the block! I think I was in shock! I told him to take
video. I hung up and it hit me! What! So I called back and talked
to Todd. Todd said "Isn't it cool! He is even riding a wheelie!"
Oh my! When I got home I told them they were all grounded!!
Well I will let you see for yourself. I guess this is progress? And
I am glad he has his new helmet on!
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Tanners Left Foot Progress!
I finally figured out the movie feature on my camera.( Actuatlly Joe did)
It took Tanner some time to talk Tanner into showing off. I guess he
has been doing this for a couple weeks so its old news to him. But I
wanted to share with everyone! Thanks for your comments. We
appreciate all of you and your support. It makes us feel good
when they come in knowing that people are still praying and
thinking of us.
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Wow, Its Feb 12th!
Ok, I'm back. It has been awhile since I have updated everyone. Sorry
for the time gone by. I guess you could say we ( I ) was on survival mode.
There was so many times I tried to write, but didn't. Not quite knowing
what to say. I know that sounds unlike me, I usually have too much to say.
I decided today that I wasn't going to loose anymore time. We all have
learned so much and have much more to go. Not ever understanding what
people that go through this really go through. Small obstacles that almost
stop you. Easy things that were once overlooked now become very hard.
But we are back, for know. So if you read this let Tanner know. It still
helps us to hear your encouraging words.
Tanner still can move his toes on his left foot. Even better he has feeling!
Also he can move his ankle, flex his hamstrings, and slightly bend his knee.
Last night he was able to pull his wheelchair forward, a small amount, with
his left leg! As for his right, his 2nd toe over he can wiggle in the slightest
also. He is getting stronger with his upper body. He makes many trips a
day around the block. He has a small hill he calls "the speed hill", that he
said he gets speed down. My mom asked him how fast he gets going and
he said "not fast enough!" He is mastering the wheelies in his wheelchair.
He still wrestles with his sibblings, they don't dare to get in arms reach.
He has quit the grab. Today at physical therapy Tanner was able to peddle
a bike with the power of his left leg. The other day I asked Tanner what
he wants to do when he can walk. He said he wants to ride a mountain bike.
I told him I can't wait until he can walk into the doctors office for his appt.
I would like to ask the doctor to rethink what he tells family members when
he comes out of the operating room. Maybe not to take away HOPE so soon.
Maybe just say "I don't know if he will walk."
One of my best friends dad brought a friend over that had broke his back when
he was in college. He was pole vaulting for the Olympics. It was the trials, and
his pole broke when he was in mid air. Coming down he broke his back in
many places. He told us his story. He is walking and you would have never
guessed what he had gone through. That at one time in his life he was paralysed.
He said he laid in a hospital bed for 9 months before he even moved his big toe.
His story is amazing. It was so good for Tanner and all of us to hear it. We love
the success stories. I am so thankful for people like him that will take the
time to come share with us a time in their life that I am sure is not fun to
remember. The most important thing he told Tanner is "It is not your legs that
will walk for you it will be your mind and your heart that will help you heal.
It will take the heart of a champion." As he looked around Tanners room, he
saw the trophies and pictures. He told Tanner he could tell Tanner had what it
will take. Both of them shared their testamony of the Book of Mormon. While in
the Hospital he listend to it by book on tape 9 times. This his where he found the
faith and hope that he needed to help him through this time. They challanged
Tanner to read the Book of Mormon and highlight each time the words hope
and faith are written. This is where we will find the hope that we need and the
tender mercy from our Father in Heaven.
for the time gone by. I guess you could say we ( I ) was on survival mode.
There was so many times I tried to write, but didn't. Not quite knowing
what to say. I know that sounds unlike me, I usually have too much to say.
I decided today that I wasn't going to loose anymore time. We all have
learned so much and have much more to go. Not ever understanding what
people that go through this really go through. Small obstacles that almost
stop you. Easy things that were once overlooked now become very hard.
But we are back, for know. So if you read this let Tanner know. It still
helps us to hear your encouraging words.
Tanner still can move his toes on his left foot. Even better he has feeling!
Also he can move his ankle, flex his hamstrings, and slightly bend his knee.
Last night he was able to pull his wheelchair forward, a small amount, with
his left leg! As for his right, his 2nd toe over he can wiggle in the slightest
also. He is getting stronger with his upper body. He makes many trips a
day around the block. He has a small hill he calls "the speed hill", that he
said he gets speed down. My mom asked him how fast he gets going and
he said "not fast enough!" He is mastering the wheelies in his wheelchair.
He still wrestles with his sibblings, they don't dare to get in arms reach.
He has quit the grab. Today at physical therapy Tanner was able to peddle
a bike with the power of his left leg. The other day I asked Tanner what
he wants to do when he can walk. He said he wants to ride a mountain bike.
I told him I can't wait until he can walk into the doctors office for his appt.
I would like to ask the doctor to rethink what he tells family members when
he comes out of the operating room. Maybe not to take away HOPE so soon.
Maybe just say "I don't know if he will walk."
One of my best friends dad brought a friend over that had broke his back when
he was in college. He was pole vaulting for the Olympics. It was the trials, and
his pole broke when he was in mid air. Coming down he broke his back in
many places. He told us his story. He is walking and you would have never
guessed what he had gone through. That at one time in his life he was paralysed.
He said he laid in a hospital bed for 9 months before he even moved his big toe.
His story is amazing. It was so good for Tanner and all of us to hear it. We love
the success stories. I am so thankful for people like him that will take the
time to come share with us a time in their life that I am sure is not fun to
remember. The most important thing he told Tanner is "It is not your legs that
will walk for you it will be your mind and your heart that will help you heal.
It will take the heart of a champion." As he looked around Tanners room, he
saw the trophies and pictures. He told Tanner he could tell Tanner had what it
will take. Both of them shared their testamony of the Book of Mormon. While in
the Hospital he listend to it by book on tape 9 times. This his where he found the
faith and hope that he needed to help him through this time. They challanged
Tanner to read the Book of Mormon and highlight each time the words hope
and faith are written. This is where we will find the hope that we need and the
tender mercy from our Father in Heaven.
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