Oh I can't even tell you all how nice it is to be home. I can't begin to tell the emotions and things that have made home even better.
Our flight home was delayed almost an hour. By the time we got on the plane Ty was out pretty quick. It was a pretty laid back flight. Totally packed. It was nice to get into the airport here in Arizona.
We quickly retrieved our bags and sent Dallas off to the long term parking to get the car. I put together the car seat and took Ty out to wait for Dallas. The air was warm and the night was perfect.
The feeling of home is something that I will never get tired of. This city is just where we need to be. This is our home.
Thursday I was able to get into my dentist ( thank goodness) but because of the infection in my tooth I have to wait till Tuesday to get it fixed. I was able to enjoy the day with Ty and my heating pad!
Today I got Ty off to school. Went back to bed and got up in time to give my roaster to the Relief society for a funeral and I was able to get a nap in thanks to respite. This toothache is really kicking me hard!
Home... that is where I want to be. Home sweet home
( disclaimer... Post written on pain medications... read with caution)
Showing posts with label Plane trip. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Plane trip. Show all posts
Friday, January 16, 2009
Thursday, January 15, 2009
The Purpose of our trip - Tuesday
I have so many emotions about our trip to Shriner's hospital. I have so many thoughts about Shriner's in general. I can't always find the words to describe it just yet. I will do my best.
The whole purpose of out Trip to Utah was to take Tyler to Shriner's hospital. The appointment was to get a consult and possible procedure to help his legs and muscles. The purpose was and is to improve his quality of life and to make him walk.
Rewind to December 23rd:
After 9 months of waiting we got moved up to only having to wait six months and we were able to see and meet Dr. Kwasnica. We discussed botox and other options on how to make him move better and avoid more problems later on.
We told her about our consult for Phenyl and she agreed we should do it. We should get another opinion and that she was more than happy to work with Dr. Gooch at Shriner's.
As we prepared to go we went to the inter net and got as much information as we could. I have exhausted poor google search. I have exhausted my head, heart and knees. I have shared with Dallas, we have shared together and we have prayed SO hard to get the answer to what we need to do with and for Tyler.
The day of the appointment was anxiety filled for me. I had a horrible night the night before and was up till way past a decent hour to help me have a clear head. I was frustrated and tired and more anxious than I could describe.
We got to Shriner's and headed in to check in. Because we had to schedule the procedure from out of state we had to be admitted as a patient and be prepared to go into surgery for the procedure and then meet with the doc for a few minutes before.
Ty and I fell asleep waiting. All I could hear in my head was words that I was going to make the wrong choice and how grateful I was that Dallas was also there to help me. I was also so thankful for a Heavenly Father who I called on Heavily that day.
Dr. Gooch came in and we talked and she started looking at Ty's muscles and legs and feet. She made our decision easy. She was not convinced that at this time he needed Phenyl. She felt that botox was the right way to go right now. She was very impressed with Tyler. She felt that his deformed feet could possibly be fixed with the botox and bracing. She also said that he should be an independent walker. Because of his muscle tone now he may have a hard time walking long distances but he is doing VERY well.
We were then released as an impatient ( about an hour later) and we were headed to Grandma Brown's house.
In the hour of waiting and being released Dallas waited for the nurse and I experienced more of the wonderful spirit of Shriner's. We went to the play area of the hospital. 2 boys who had been patients for several years were there playing basketball. Ty was in heaven. He went over and the 2 boys were so cute with Tyler. They got him a ball and let him throw it at the basket. He would clap when they would make it. He would follow one of them around.
Ty played in the car there and on the motorcycle. He laughed and played.
I cried.
There is such a spirit there. There was a spirit of inclusion from the kids. A camaraderie from the parents and the idea of love from EVERY single person who donates to that place.
The amount of love that is poured into that building is immeasurable. The amount of love and dedication is more than I can imagine. The spirit of charity and care is inspiring and the children who are served there are the luckiest kids in the world.
I know that some day Tyler will have a easier time walking. That the medication and the treatments are no a cure but a way to help him have an easier life. This couldn't be done without Shriner's.
If you ever feel inclined to donate or to give to a good cause please think of Shriner's and their amazing care.
"The reason charity never fails and the reason charity is greater than even the most significant acts of goodness he cited is that charity, “the pure love of Christ” (), is not an act but a condition or state of being. Charity is something one becomes." Elder Dallin H Oaks
Because of their true Charity they have become something. I pray for them and thank them everyday of my life!
The upper floor where parents wait for thier cildren. And the children play as they are waiting for procedures etc.
Tyler playing on the girls motor bike but didn't mind it was pink.
Only car he will be driving for a long time if not EVER. He was having a blast scooting it aross the floor and honking the horn.
Ty happy as could be in the best places in the world. They can feel the spirit there.
Tyler Playing ball
Ty playing ball with the other boys.
The whole purpose of out Trip to Utah was to take Tyler to Shriner's hospital. The appointment was to get a consult and possible procedure to help his legs and muscles. The purpose was and is to improve his quality of life and to make him walk.
Rewind to December 23rd:
After 9 months of waiting we got moved up to only having to wait six months and we were able to see and meet Dr. Kwasnica. We discussed botox and other options on how to make him move better and avoid more problems later on.
We told her about our consult for Phenyl and she agreed we should do it. We should get another opinion and that she was more than happy to work with Dr. Gooch at Shriner's.
As we prepared to go we went to the inter net and got as much information as we could. I have exhausted poor google search. I have exhausted my head, heart and knees. I have shared with Dallas, we have shared together and we have prayed SO hard to get the answer to what we need to do with and for Tyler.
The day of the appointment was anxiety filled for me. I had a horrible night the night before and was up till way past a decent hour to help me have a clear head. I was frustrated and tired and more anxious than I could describe.
We got to Shriner's and headed in to check in. Because we had to schedule the procedure from out of state we had to be admitted as a patient and be prepared to go into surgery for the procedure and then meet with the doc for a few minutes before.
Ty and I fell asleep waiting. All I could hear in my head was words that I was going to make the wrong choice and how grateful I was that Dallas was also there to help me. I was also so thankful for a Heavenly Father who I called on Heavily that day.
Dr. Gooch came in and we talked and she started looking at Ty's muscles and legs and feet. She made our decision easy. She was not convinced that at this time he needed Phenyl. She felt that botox was the right way to go right now. She was very impressed with Tyler. She felt that his deformed feet could possibly be fixed with the botox and bracing. She also said that he should be an independent walker. Because of his muscle tone now he may have a hard time walking long distances but he is doing VERY well.
We were then released as an impatient ( about an hour later) and we were headed to Grandma Brown's house.
In the hour of waiting and being released Dallas waited for the nurse and I experienced more of the wonderful spirit of Shriner's. We went to the play area of the hospital. 2 boys who had been patients for several years were there playing basketball. Ty was in heaven. He went over and the 2 boys were so cute with Tyler. They got him a ball and let him throw it at the basket. He would clap when they would make it. He would follow one of them around.
Ty played in the car there and on the motorcycle. He laughed and played.
I cried.
There is such a spirit there. There was a spirit of inclusion from the kids. A camaraderie from the parents and the idea of love from EVERY single person who donates to that place.
The amount of love that is poured into that building is immeasurable. The amount of love and dedication is more than I can imagine. The spirit of charity and care is inspiring and the children who are served there are the luckiest kids in the world.
I know that some day Tyler will have a easier time walking. That the medication and the treatments are no a cure but a way to help him have an easier life. This couldn't be done without Shriner's.
If you ever feel inclined to donate or to give to a good cause please think of Shriner's and their amazing care.
"The reason charity never fails and the reason charity is greater than even the most significant acts of goodness he cited is that charity, “the pure love of Christ” (), is not an act but a condition or state of being. Charity is something one becomes." Elder Dallin H Oaks
Because of their true Charity they have become something. I pray for them and thank them everyday of my life!
The upper floor where parents wait for thier cildren. And the children play as they are waiting for procedures etc.
Tyler playing on the girls motor bike but didn't mind it was pink.
Only car he will be driving for a long time if not EVER. He was having a blast scooting it aross the floor and honking the horn.
Ty happy as could be in the best places in the world. They can feel the spirit there.
Tyler Playing ball
Ty playing ball with the other boys.Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Monday, June 2, 2008
Full day of FUN!!
Man what an ordeal to get to Vegas. Sunday morning our flight to Utah left WITHOUT US!!! Yep.. we were still in the line getting searched. And because we have a baby and brought " liquids" we had to have our diaper bag searched. Anyway, we missed the flight but Southwest got us right on the next one and hour or so later. We arrived in Utah around 1 only to find that our bags that were suppose to arrive on the correct earlier flight had only half arrived so we had to wait and see if they were on the second flight.
We got our luggage and took off to granny and papa's house. We had a wonderful time visiting and we got in a few hours of family time. We also met Cousin Noah for the first time ( which is sad.. he is almost 1) We had been preparing Tyler for meeting Noah when we would watch Barney that had a Noah on it. But he was NOT prepared to have mom and dad hold a baby other than him and he got a little upset. Which he quickly got over when Noah tried to touch him!
Ty took to his old cat Daisy and grabbed her pretty hard. But miss Daisy was a good sport and just sat there. We ate a great dinner made by Grandma and grandpa and visited some more. Tyler fell asleep and we decided it was better to leave him while he was asleep.
We got on the plane and headed to a quiet vacation. We arrived in Vegas, caught a shuttle and checked in. We are staying in the MGM grand. We have a great room with a huge and comfy King bed. We headed into the Casino/hotel to see the stores and shops and stuff. It is a very nice hotel.
We saw the lion habitat here in the hotel and hen walked through the shops. Took Dallas to the slots and hung out together. Being the "old Married couple" we are I headed into the room while Dallas stayed out and did what he wanted and took a well needed sleep. Somewhere in the course of our trip I caught something and I am kinda not feeling up to par. I have a small sore throat that is pretty much gone now and a nice stuffy nose. So the sleep that I got was well needed.
This morning we slept in. There was no little boy ;( to wake ups up but we had a wonderful vacation to sleep in and enjoy the day. We headed outside and took a little walk down the strip where we shopped, browsed and enjoy the day.
Tonight I am heading back out after my dinner and walking around and getting some pictures and Dallas is doing his thing. I am sure I will call it a night early and read my book and have some quiet. To me that is the MOST rewarding vacation.
Next on the agenda.. a show and more site seeing. Oh and the grand pool here at the MGM.
Any suggestions of things to see and places to go?
We got our luggage and took off to granny and papa's house. We had a wonderful time visiting and we got in a few hours of family time. We also met Cousin Noah for the first time ( which is sad.. he is almost 1) We had been preparing Tyler for meeting Noah when we would watch Barney that had a Noah on it. But he was NOT prepared to have mom and dad hold a baby other than him and he got a little upset. Which he quickly got over when Noah tried to touch him!
Ty took to his old cat Daisy and grabbed her pretty hard. But miss Daisy was a good sport and just sat there. We ate a great dinner made by Grandma and grandpa and visited some more. Tyler fell asleep and we decided it was better to leave him while he was asleep.
We got on the plane and headed to a quiet vacation. We arrived in Vegas, caught a shuttle and checked in. We are staying in the MGM grand. We have a great room with a huge and comfy King bed. We headed into the Casino/hotel to see the stores and shops and stuff. It is a very nice hotel.
We saw the lion habitat here in the hotel and hen walked through the shops. Took Dallas to the slots and hung out together. Being the "old Married couple" we are I headed into the room while Dallas stayed out and did what he wanted and took a well needed sleep. Somewhere in the course of our trip I caught something and I am kinda not feeling up to par. I have a small sore throat that is pretty much gone now and a nice stuffy nose. So the sleep that I got was well needed.
This morning we slept in. There was no little boy ;( to wake ups up but we had a wonderful vacation to sleep in and enjoy the day. We headed outside and took a little walk down the strip where we shopped, browsed and enjoy the day.
Tonight I am heading back out after my dinner and walking around and getting some pictures and Dallas is doing his thing. I am sure I will call it a night early and read my book and have some quiet. To me that is the MOST rewarding vacation.
Next on the agenda.. a show and more site seeing. Oh and the grand pool here at the MGM.
Any suggestions of things to see and places to go?
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