It is a cold, rainy day here so we did not venture outside. Jace did get up in her chair this morning and we went for physical therapy. They transfered her to a big table and did some more assessing. We were only there about half an hour and they sat her back up and put her back in the chair and she decides she's not feeling well and thinks she is going to throw up. One therapist is running for a basin and mom and the other therapist stay on each side of the chair. Jace is all hot but they can't tip her back cause she thinks she is going to throw up. Next thing you know, lights out for Jayci. One therapist grabs her legs and holds them up, Jace comes to and we are on the move to get her back to her room and back to bed. So there we go, down the halls as fast as possible, mom on one side pushing the chair and holding basin, therapist on the other side pushing the chair and one therapist at the legs, holding them up as we go. I tell you, if we hadn't been so freaked out, it may have been funny. Well it kind of is now but holy moly. We were pretty glad it happened there and not while she was outside somewhere with mom and dad. It probably happened due to her sitting up too fast and then her blood pressure dropped but that hasn't happened like that before. Jace did manage to get back in the chair this afternoon to go for occupational therapy for more assessing, and she stayed with us the entire half hour. Oh and if you are wondering where dad was through all of this, well.....when we were getting Jace in the lift to transfer to the wheelchair, dad backed into a table, spilt his cup of coffee everywhere and had it all over the butt of his pants(man, did Jayci have a good laugh). So anyways, dad had to go back to Ronald McDonald to change his pants and missed all the excitement. What a morning.
We are already receiving pictures through e-mail of the Jayci Wittmier Benefit taking place as we speak. Pretty cool, to say the least. Hope everyone has a great time. Can't wait to hear all about it later. Take care all!
Shawn and Starla
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Hope you're feeling better Jayci...bet you were scared spitless Star....
ReplyDeleteWe too hope everyone has a great time at the benefit...wish we were there also!
You're doing a great job keeping everyone updated Star.Thanks!
We love you all......Aunt Jacki and Uncle Jack
The lightheadedness will pass in time & sitting up fast will be no problem. Now I fint it only happens when my legs sink in the lake and I return to that occassional standing poisition.
ReplyDeleteKeep at it Jayci!
Hope you are feeling better Jayci. Have a great Day.
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Talysha Gering
have a great day
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ReplyDeleteJust wanted to say hi, I was just at the benefit and it was alot of fun. Doing homework, ugh, I swear if i fail math this year i'll get a good beating from my mother haha, so i have decided to make a solid effort to pass. Well back to the homework...Keep hope
Jill Switzer
Hey Jayci,
ReplyDeleteThere were lots and lots of people at the benefit tonight to support you! It went great, We are all so proud of you! Stay strong, always hoping for the best! I miss you alot, Swift just isnt the same without you! haha :)I hope to see you soon! Love you lots!
Maddi! <3
Jaycii, ughh I wanted to be at your benefit soo badly, my dad was rubbing er in, he had a great time and he is very very proud of you. I wish I could be there, it would have hit me even harder, but we all have to share tears for you Jay, not tears of saddness but tears of pride, joy, love, faith and amazement. Geesh girl, your fantastic! Always smiling for you Jay, and I know your smiling for everyone. Hope you feel better stomach wise tomorrow, take er easy, content breathing and relax your doing great each and every day! I busted out a cheer for you at my own dinner seeing as I couldn't reach the fantastic evening for you tonight. I took some girls out for supper in your honnor and had a big toast for you girl.
ReplyDeleteThe essay I wrote got a ninety two by my ELA 10 teacher and now it's passed on to the ELA11 teacher because she heard about you through my proud boasting on how I know the most amazing young lady in the world! Lucky girl I am, and I make sure each and everyone knows that! I'm gonna print out the essay, and pretty it up, maybe even badazzle the writing a bit hey? Hahah, boy you love it I know you doo.
Keep going Jaybro, your strength never quits and I know you'll never let it.
Sleep Tight lovelyy! Get weell.
Good Morning Jayci,Shawn & Star
ReplyDeleteAs you can see by the time I can't sleep. One to many coke last night. And speakng of last night it was AMAZING. Jayci you have ALOT of people rooting for you. Keep working hard.
Braden has hockey this weekend,as far as I know Uncles working, and Aaron and Chinook will have to fend for themselves(just kidding)but as soon as we can we will be up for a visit. Love you!
Auntie Leslie xoxo
WOW what a night it was unbelieveable the people the items donated and the donations, the food was excellent and you can not thank the committee the hockey & ball teams enough as it was a first class act all the way around, people from every walk of life were there the food was excellent and again it was unbelievable and anyone that was there is saying the same thing. Swift Current where life does make sense , it's the entire community that just gave and gave. Well enough will see you later this after noon as
ReplyDeleteCassi and i are coming up Love Grandma Skipppy XOXOXO
Wow, that would have been a site to see...I haven't seen you run for a long time Starla ;)
ReplyDeleteYou all are doing an amazing job. I can't believe the amount of work you've accomplished in such a short period of time.
Keep up the good work. Thanks for all the updates.
We're thinking of you guys everyday.
Shae and family
I just wanted to let you know i was at the benefit last night and wow what a turn out, the amount of people who showed up to show their support was touching!! A person could really feel the love in there, it was truly something!! We wish you all the best and it sounds like your support team (stinky and all) are the best you could ask for!!! You a very lucky to have them, good luck in your recovery ,keep being strong!!!
ReplyDeleteSounds like that was ... exciting? So well keep on pushing. You will get there, it just takes time. Don't rush your body into that position, take your time but keep pushing. Breathe...you can do it. It may take a few tries but i know you will get there. Plus that motorized wheel chair sounds pretty fun eh? Well i hope your stomach feels better. Mine felt pretty crappy last night as well.
ReplyDeleteRelax, breathe, and keep on going. I believe in you Jay!
-LB-
Good morning Jayci,Shawn aka "Stinky" and Starla:
ReplyDeleteSorry Shawn, but your nickname will probably stick for awhile. Mark, Leah and I were happy to be able to attend the benefit for you last night and had a wonderful time catching up with many of our old 'hockey family'. We sure miss the socializing at hockey games. Anyway, the event was a lot of fun, the food was delicious and we were awestruck at how much money was raised on your behalf. Your letters to everyone were extremely touching and more than a few people were dabbing their eyes, me (Gloria) included. We think of you pretty much everyday and send out our prayers and best wishes for your continued recovery and for all of you to "Keep on Keeping On" and stay strong. It's true that laughter is the best medicine and it's good to know that in all of this you can all keep a wonderful sense of humour. Good luck with your rehab.
Take care all of you.
With Love and best wishes from the Teulon's
Hey guys, what a place to be last night. I was overwhelmed by the generosity of a community like ours. we know the $ raised is going to help you out lots. Great letters you sent were read by John Kennedy ( a few tears were shed along the way). Keep the faith.
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Hi Jayci! Just a note to let you know that Central School was sure thinking of you today!! We had a Roughrider spirit day and dedicated it to you! We showed your picture at assembly (remember Friday morning assemblies and sing alongs!)and told the students a bit about you. A lot of us have been checking your blog regularly to see how you are doing. Keep up the hard work and please know that all of us at Central School are thinking of you.
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Afternoon Jay, Shawn and Star.
ReplyDeleteAs you know we are lucky to live in the Community that we do... but let me tell you that last night was amazing, heart touching and yes very emotional. What a supportive city and what a benifit it was. Thank you to all who organized, helped out, donated and attended. It truly is inspiring to know how caring our community is. Hope your physio goes well today and your are feeling better Jayci. We are hoping to make it up on Monday. Sky's exploder well you know how that thing works! Yup exploded again! Now he has my truck, so wil hopefully be up on Monday to see you in your new place. Love ya keep on climbing!
Heyy Jaycii, Well i went to your benefit last night it went really good. it was great to see everyone like ty and cassi, The family and I sat at a table with them i miss those days. Im super proud of you and still praying for youu all the time. <3 You are doing amazing. Hope you are feeling better then those other days but, each day seems like you accomplish more outstanding things, Cant wait to see you ASAP. soccer has been busyy. :( But we are trying to come up one sunday or something. so im really excited for that! well i better go. Im kinda still in class:S ! Talk to youu later. Lovee youu!
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Hey Jay, you are one lucky girl to have a whole bunch of people rooting for you. There were tons of people at your benefit last night, it was really good to see our community to come together. Ive been wanting to write you something for a while but I didnt really know what to say. All I know is you are one amazing girl. You are so stong and full of faith and thats how you have always been. I can still picture you when you were a youngen. Im so proud of you and how much you have accomplished, and there will be much more to come! I will hopefully be coming up soon with the family. I am always thinking and praying for you, stay strong.
ReplyDeleteHi Jayci ! My mom told me about what happened to you . I am praying for you and your family . I am in a wheelchair to. I have cerebral palsy . I think its fun when my brother pushes me and does wheelies . I can chase girls faster than any other boy in my class at recess.I am in gr 4 at Ashley Park . Maybe i will come and say hi to you the next time i come to doctors there. We can have a race but you would win . My mom says it could be dangerous to get me a motorized wheelchair. I'm only 9 . I think she probably won't let me get one because she would have run faster to catch me . She's a little bit old . Keep smiling :) I think you are pretty brave girl . Liam Bissonnette
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