So today was a better day. Jace must be feeling a little better because she is back to her cocky self, though I must say, she can be quite funny. She had OT this morning and PT this afternoon, both 1 hour sessions and she did quite good in the chair(no fainting). After therapy this afternoon we went outside for a walk. It was a little cool but it was nice to get out in the fresh air. We had a visit from Uncle Ed and Cousin Dick. They had more stories of the Benefit. Again, WOW! It was good to see them both.
Therapy seems to be going pretty good and her left arm was played out this afternoon, so guess she is working it. They would like to get her on the bike too but her blood pressure needs to be under control first so we will work on that. They also talked about getting her in the pool. Jace was a little concerned with that as she said "Won't I just sink with this halo on"(she's so smart). Obviously they have to wait until the halo is off but it has been 8 weeks now, only another 4 to go!! That will be such a happy day! She actually had a shower tonight(on a stretcher). It must have felt so good to her to have the water spray on her compared to the daily sponge baths we have been giving her.
So that about wraps up our day here. Please continue to post as we love to hear from everyone!!!!!
Shawn, Starla & Jayci
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Jayci Wittmier, 17 years old. Jayci is an exceptional athlete, student and a great friend to many. She has an amazing spirit and is a joy to be around. On August 10,2009, her 16th birthday, Jayci was a passenger in a terrible car accident. She cracked her C2,3,4 & 6 vertabrae in her neck and broke her C5. Swift Current hospital arranged to have her moved to Saskatoon via air ambulance. She arrived at the Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon, transferred to City Hospital in late Sept. for rehab and was discharged in late February, 2010. She is classified as a C4-5 complete spinal cord injury. Jayci is currently completing her grade 12 year and will accomplish one of her goals of graduating in June, 2011, along with her class. She is also working on another goal, which is to walk again, with her training at Project Walk in Carlsbad, CA and at First Steps in Regina, SK. Jayci's family is asking for you to pray for Jayci's full recovery. BELIEVE!
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Glad to hear you're feeling better today Jayci! I talked to Mom and Dad on the weekend about the benefit, it sounds like it was amazing. I bet that shower felt great! Love to all,
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That pool is so nice and warm! Being immersed just gives such a sense of freedom again. You'll love it. Oh, and the huge jet tub baths. Of course, that's not until the halo is off.
ReplyDeleteHello, I'm Elicia Elliott, Dallas' niece (Maureen's daughter). I've been reading your blog for a couple of weeks now from Vancouver and receive other updates intermittently from Hayley and my mom - so glad to hear J is making progress and that you're all sticking together with amazing community and family support. I know we don't officially know each other, but our whole extended family is thinking of you guys and are inspired by and confident in Jayci's ability to overcome adversity! Keep your eyes out for Michelle Cruz, a PT at City Hospital - she is a beautiful woman with magic eyes and a contagious smile and is a good friend of mine. I do hope you get to meet each other - Michelle is a powerful healer! Take care and keep on writing.
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ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you are working hard Jac, I knew you would!!! We had a nice visit with you all on Saturday. Went back to volleyball and lost both sets again. Coach said "if anyone asks you what you did this weekend don't say you were playing volleyball, say you went hunting!!!!" Ha Ha. Got our new carpent installed today (after the flood in the basement), now we will be putting everything back in it's place, minus a few things. Sure you heard already, the Titans lost their first game 8-1, Jane got our only goal and said it was for you!!!! (Jill had lots of chances, oh well1!!) Sure hope we can pick up the pace (quite a few out of shape girls, John and Keith can fix that, ha ha). Going to Regina for Thanksgiving, should be back home on Sunday. The girls have Mon & Tues off school and will come up to S'toon, will let your mom know when we will be up again. Take care everyone and know that we all think of you all the time and miss you, Swift isn't the same without you all!! Talk to you soon!!!
Love ya,
John, Cindy, Jane & Jill
good morning Jay Mom & Dad sounds like things were better there yesterday good to hear, and we had no doubt when it came time to do your therapy you would be up for it. We all went out to Kabos last night for supper for grandma and herb's 20th anniversary with a few missing but Cassi Ty and Andy came so that was nice and Uncle Darren Auntie Les and Braden were missing to . Cassi was saying something last night about you can reserve a room or something so maybe dad could do that and i could cook a turkey or ham and cabbage rolls or whatever and everyone that is there could have a meal togeather ,that would be nice. Will call dad later to see what he thinks. Best get to work but have a great day and think about all of you lots . Big Bear Hug for all 3 of you today from grandpa & grandma.
ReplyDeleteHey, sounds like a better day! 4 more weeks of the halo left...wow thats really good and exciting. Pool sounds fun. Keep it all up
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Hi Jayci, Starla and Shawn. Glad to hear yesterday was a better day. I have been reading the blog and you are one amazing person Jayci and one amazing family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need anything while in Saskatoon don't hesitate to give me a call as I would love to help.
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Shelley Willick (Russ & Bonnie's daughter)
Brenda T. says
ReplyDeleteWe have not forgotten about you Jayci - still praying for you and believing for the miracles to continue. Keep trusting God and giving Him all the praise for your complete recovery - you will walk out of there....
Hey Jayci Starla and Shawn
ReplyDeleteI was sitting with Cindy K after the benefit drinking a few Jack Rabbit, (I don't care what Cindy says they do not taste like real beer!!)I was telling her with the hundreds of people supporting you Jayci it's like you have your very own Verison Network ,you know the commercial where the "can you hear me now guy" is being followed around by hundreds of people. We started laughing thinking about all the fun you could have imaging we are all your version network following you around. EG; If you needed an extra push during pysio you could picture John K being the front guy yelling push harder Jayci push harder.
think of you all lots!!!
Deb and the Rumpels
Hey love.
ReplyDeleteI miss youuu lots! I got my hair done again haha don't be beakiiin. Its like blonde blonde now. And Imma excited to show you. I hope your feeling better and getting rid of that nasty fever you've had for the last little bit! I'm cold and don't feel like leaving the house so I was wondering if maybe you could just take your flying car down here and come watch movies with me all night :) haha.. And the reason I say all night is because if you were here, we'd never sleep. :) Haha but I don't sleep anyways soo I guess FOR NOW I'll stay up all night and watch movies by myself until you're up and going and ready to come join me.
You're always going to be my best friend. Don't you ever forget that chief chief <3
I love you.. fooooorever babe.
-Ness-