Crazy Week

This week has been so hectic: opthalmologist, chiropractor, therapy in Tyler, Boy Scouts, piano, horseback riding, 2 year well check, and vet.

I know you moms out there completely understand.

Sadie will now be wearing glasses (if we can keep them on her) and has more specialty appointments scheduled.

I'm thinking about taking some Benadryl or Tylenol PM tonight.  I desperately need a good night's rest.

Happy Birthday Sweet Girl!

Thank you to everyone who made Sadie's day so special.  We love you all!

True Love

We prayed for this child and the Lord has granted us what we asked of Him. – I Samuel 1:27 

Every good and perfect gift is from above. – James 1:17

 

Giddy Up!

Sadie had her first ride of the season today!  Oh, how we have missed this place.  A bit rusty at first...but then she rode for around 35 minutes with no whining.

She was selected as a participant in a hippotherapy training class at Windridge, so she was able to ride today and will ride again Sunday morning.  I'm sure I have said this time and again, but if you ever find it in your heart to give, this is an amazing facility!  We gladly pay out of pocket, but there are sooo many other children who need these horses, but are unable to find funding.

http://www.windridgetexas.org/

While at Ben's piano practice last night, I found myself in a new waiting room, staring at the wall.

After being still for approximately 5 minutes (that's really the best I can do), I went downstairs and asked to join in on a group bible study that was going on.  I wasn't able to stay for the lesson, but was able to listen to some good music and recite some bible verses with the group.  My point?  The Lord speaks to me every day and helps me jump out of my comfort zone.  I am so grateful for His guidance.

Our Friend

This is our friend, Lleyton.

He is 16 months old.

Lleyton cannot sit, feed himself, or hold his head up for a short amount of time.

He has hypotonia, epilepsy, and GI problems.

Can you imagine watching your child struggle to move, seize constantly, and be in terrible pain due to unexplained GI issues?

His story breaks my heart.

If you could meet this precious child and his family, you would be so impressed.

They are such fighters.

He will be at Duke University for two weeks (around the 3rd week in September).

Please, please pray for this sweet baby boy.  Pray for the doctors.  Pray that his family finds some answers.

God is good, and I am praying for a miracle  for precious Lleyton.

Random Thoughts

While purchasing some decor for Sadie's party, I had a little cry session.  Warning to all who are coming:  I might cry the entire time.  Happy tears; not sad.  I just cannot believe she is already 2!

Ben had a note in his folder, reporting he was looking under the stalls in the boys' bathroom.  He said other boys were doing it too, but I told him to please NEVER do that again.

I signed Ben up for Boy Scouts again and changed his piano day to accomodate.  Let the activity carnival begin..

Ben has a play date tomorrow with his friend Blake, and he is VERY excited.

Sadie starts riding at Windridge next week and she is VERY excited ;)

Greg started work at the free clinic on Wednesday and said it went very well.

My friend, Rachel, whose baby has severe hypotonia and epilepsy, is taking a 2 week trip to Duke University to get some answers for her sweet baby.  I am in some serious prayer about this. 

I am excited to start a new bible study with some friends.  I so need this.

I worked out today.  Not enjoyable, but I did it.

We plan to do something on Labor Day, but have no idea what "it" is.

My mom is going on a business trip to New York, and I am so excited for her.  She works so hard at her job, and little perks like this make it worthwhile.

Greg and I are taking advantage of a weekend getaway in October, and I'm so thankful that my sister has agreed to watch the kids and dog :)

My nephew, Dylan, was hit by a car yesterday evening while riding his skateboard.  He is fine, other than some soft tissue injury and cuts/scrapes.  I am so grateful.  I pray that he heals quickly and never gets on a skateboard again.

Louis is adjusting to his "alone time".  I just give him extra love when I get home, and that seems to make it all better. 

I have lots to do this week, but I'm excited about Sadie's party!

Ok, I think I'm done.

Good News

We FINALLY have Sadie's genetic testing back and it is NORMAL.  

So, what's next?

We just continue to do what we are doing.

Lots of therapy.

Feeding her powdered donuts ;)

And surrounding her with people her love and care for her.