Tuesday, August 26, 2008

Day 51.... Tyler had a rough evening last night both his mom and dad were in van wert. But grandpa bill was with him all day and I came up in the eve. He was grumpy but you know how kids are when they don't get their way. So we got him all decked out in his OSU hat coach Tressel signed, put on his shades and took him for a walk. He lightened up later in the eve. I reminded him that he was hurt and I know he might be scared; but that Jesus has been with him every step of the way and is still with him and that he will continue to heal him; and the rest of us are going to do everything we can to help him get better. He moved his lips and tried to talk. This calmed him some. Today he had a GREAT day in therapy. He arched his back and the therapist bent his knees up 90 degrees and he held them there for about 15 seconds. This is very good. He continues to work on his swallowing and appears that the left side of his mouth might be trying to move. He wants to come home and we want that too. But we also want him to improve enough so he can communicate some and interact when visitors come over. We also want him to be strong enough to conitnue aggressive therapy as an out patient. This will take a lot of energy on his part. We thank God everyday for the miracle that he has given us but I know this story and Miracle is far from complete!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

9 comments:

Unknown said...

Bob and Kara- please let me know if you need anything. I (Brynne) will be in Toledo a few times in SEPT. Happy to come take you to dinner, visit, or bring anything you need.
Love and Prayers,
Joe, Brynne & JT Furko

mike, christy, alyssa, jacob &elijah wortman said...

Keep up the work Tyler. It has to be frustrating for you but hang in there, don't give up now. The thoughts and prayers contiune. We are ready for you to wake up and come back to everyone!

Kara...hope you got my message. Talk to you soon.

Anonymous said...

Keep fighting Tyler, so you can ride that dirt bike. I'm ready to take it for a spin!!!

"Sammy"

Lori Kohn said...

Keep working hard Tyler. God is with you every step of the way. Your journey is far from over and the miralces will continue to be answered with all the prayers that are going out for you. Your story is still being written and and your Author is good and just. Keep believing! God Bless you all.

Nana said...

Tyler:
Never, never, never give up! God walks with you to steady you when you are scared and we are all praying for you.

Julie Bloomfield said...

Tyler
Keep fighting! For all those who are praying for Tyler and his family: Psalm 118:8 "Better to take refuge in the Lord than to put one's trust in mortals."
The Bloomfield/Hammons Family

Olga said...

Tyler, Kara, and Bobbie and the rest of your families - Hang in there and keep leaning on the Lord. He has continued to sustain us in our daughter Leigha's battle with leukemia as I am sure he is all of you. God is good all the time and His promises are true. He promises never to leave us or forsake us and we know He is with us all, every step of the way and through every treatment, procedure, and test. We are praying for you and for God's strength for you so you can do just like Leigha says she is going to do to kick this thing's butt and get back at it.
God Bless,
Richard and Olga Kipp and Leigha Wieman

andrewsauder said...

May every day be an improvment from the day before and may god give you the courage and strength to keep going on! Keep fighting the good fight Tyler! And coach if you need anything please let me know!! Keep your head up we're all praying for you

The Zimmermans said...

Tyler and rest of the family, We want you to know that we wish you the quickest recovery possible. We read this blog daily in hopes to read news of improvements with this challenging journey. Bob, wasn't sure you were aware that myself, Mike, Mike Jr and Ashley have moved to Indianapolis. If there is anything we can do from Indiana let us know. Tyler, please know we think of you and pray for you many times throughout our days. Know that "He" is at your side, use His power to keep fighting. I love it most when your ornry, this means that your getting better. Stay strong, with love and prayers, Mike, Marie, Mike Jr., Ashley, Zac and Caitlyn Zimmerman