Tuesday, January 19, 2010

OH MY GOSH! Karin and Sara had Jayci try out a manual wheel chair today and despite that the chair was way too big for her, she was working it, with both arms!!! Not that I am surprised though. I have known this girl for 16 plus years and I know her amazing ways. Because the chair was too wide it was difficult for Jayci to work both arms at the same time, but one at a time she did awesome. She won't be entering any races yet, but once they fit her with the right chair, look out!!! Karin says it's a good thing she likes Jayci because Jayci just keeps causing her more work. Haha. Now she is on the hunt for a smaller chair for Jayci to try. This is just one more step along the way.

We went for a walk this afternoon. It is such a nice day we walked a couple blocks over to a grocery store and picked up some strawberries, beef jerky and fruit snacks. I know, what a combination. Jayci seemed to enjoy being out but think Shawn and I were too slow for her. She did wait at the corners for us to catch up though. It must have played her out too as she is sleeping now. She wants to try out the manual chair again a little later and then tonight is American Idol. I don't think Shawn actually minds this show. Last week Jace and I had the privilege of seeing his 'Pants on the Ground' imitation. It was pretty good, well, funny anyway.

That's it for today. We will post again soon! God Bless!!

Love Shawn, Starla & Jayci

9 comments:

  1. Hey Fam,

    Sounds like you all had a fun day. That must have been sweet to use a manual chair? Not much longer and you will be able to get rid of your electric chair.

    Ha ha, the "pants on the ground" guy was unreal. Lol, Christina and I howled watching that old man. Then Randy got up and danced with him. hahahaah.

    I don't know if I will get up to see you this week as I have a night class tonight and tomorrow and then gone home on Thursday, but I will stop by your house this weekend and see you.

    Have a good rest of the week.

    Skyar

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  2. Pants on the ground...pants on the ground....lookin' like a fool with your pants on the ground......AMERICAN IDOL...I almost forgot. I was relieved last night when the Bachelor sent home the PSYCHO girl. She's wacked! I loved the comedy club...."have you noticed those trees have no coconuts....."...LOSER! Anyways, glad to hear you'll be weelin' yourself around. It's better on the environment. Toodles!

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  3. Hi finaly got computer took long enough Happy to hear what you were up to today Thats great Good you got some fresh air too Was a nice day love you all Gramma T

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  4. Hi Wittmier Family
    It was good to see Jayci at the rink on Sunday. That is awesome you are finally getting a van - will make it so much better for all of you! Amber enjoys her visits with you on the weekend Jay and glad you liked the cupcakes - I really slaved over those let me tell you (Betty Crocker I love you!) Keep up the hard work Jayci-you are an inspiration to all!
    The Walls

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  5. Uncle Jack and Aunt JackiJanuary 19, 2010 at 8:45 PM

    So instead of getting a smaller chair, why don't you eat lots and get bigger so you fit the chair?????
    Isn't a manual chair going to make it harder for you to terrorize people??
    Way to go, Jayci. Now your arm strength will really improve. Glad your doing so well. Makes us proud. Glad to hear that things are finally happening with the van. Hope it doesn't take too long to get. Will it be PINK? lol lol
    Keep at it, girl.
    We love you lots & lots & lots & a whole big bunch too.
    Til next time,
    Take care.
    U. JC & A. JR

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  6. Uncle Darren Auntie Shantel and ShelbsJanuary 20, 2010 at 5:08 AM

    Morning Shawn, Star and Jay.
    That is very exciting about the manual chair. Way to go! Keep working hard, you are ticking off your goals one at a time. Good Job! See you this week end. Love ya.

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  7. anonymous sure makes a lot of comments! lol lol

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  8. What an amazing girl you are jay bird but then that doesn't surprise us any, just have to make up your mind and look out . Mom and Dad are over the 40 mark you know so have to slow down a little for them haha. Sure happy to hear about the van guess next step is the house oh well. Better get to work see you this week end Love you all . Can hardly wait till grandpa gets home to tell him about the manual chair He'll be saying give her a big bear hug .. Grandma W/

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  9. k...it's like FRIDAY already....where's the update? ;)

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