Dear family and friends
Here is a picture of Grayson with Regina this evening.
Today was a good day.
As the antibiotics take hold, the infection is starting to wane and Grayson remains strong. He had a full night of sleep last night. Perhaps it was the fact that we worked him hard all day! Nonetheless, he needs his night rest so he can take full advantage of the therapists during the day.
He is now starting to walk "laps" around the floor, and his distance is increasing daily. His PT friends wished he wasn't quite so impulsive (that looks interesting – turn left now!), but as he gains more control he will be able to keep himself from falling when something (or someone) turns his head. His posture while walking is even improved from yesterday. He also spent more time batting a balloon back and forth. He seems to enjoy the balloon time, and he really concentrates. It is great work for him.
Today his physical therapist was pleased that he did repetitive exercise successfully for the first time. Grayson was never much of "rep" person, but it is something he will have to become if he wants to increase his strength.
As 2009 winds down, I look forward to 2010 with great anticipation. Many are saying "good riddance" to 2009, and calling it a rotten year. True, some bad things happened in 2009, but some more are likely to happen in 2010 also. The richness of God's gift of a year of life usually comes with a few "growth opportunities" lurking in it. At Thanksgiving, Regina and I were unsure if Grayson would live. At Christmas, we wondered if he would ever walk and talk again. Now he is walking and starting to talk. I am thankful for all of the wonderful gifts that the Lord gave us in 2009, and I look forward to His surprises in 2010.
Pax!
Brant and Regina
Hi Brant and Regina:
ReplyDeleteWhat a great update! To read it is to wrap up the year well--yes, very well. It caps off my year, really!
It is ten after 11:00 PM on New Years Eve, and reading your blog is my final action before going to bed, and to read what you posted is a true blessing. I loved the picture as well...what a warm image.
So, thank you Lord for every minute you give us, thank you for how you lead us through the valley, and thank you for your good work in Grayson and the whole family. We truely are very blessed.
Happy New Year,
Doug
Brant and Regina, your words tonight really hit the spot. How VERY much we have to be thankful for in every year of life we are given. The picture of Grayson and Regina is such a blessing! It looks so normal and natural - it bring tears to my eyes.
ReplyDeleteLove you always - and Happy New Year,
Robin G.
Ditto to what Robin said. I felt like I was looking at two angels in the photo. Grayson's progress is such an inspiration. But the fact that you take the time to write this every night is astounding. Reading the comments people write which mirror all of our thoughts and thinking about how many people care about your family just fills our hearts with joy! Thanks again for posting these updates. It just shows that positive progress, no matter how great or small, makes it all worthwhile! Happy New Year indeed!
ReplyDeleteCathy Gredell
Your posts just get more and more encouraging and uplifting. It is good for all of us to remember that what we call troubles are really "growth opportunities" if we trust in God. I'm so thankful that the Lord is working faithfully in Grayson's life and on behalf of your entire family. May God continue to bless and encourage each one of you in 2010 and fill you with His perfect peace and love.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Suzanne Winn Babbitt