Monday, June 15, 2009

Arizona Update:Shot Bear



Today, Ben finally received some pain medication--Vicodin. He said it hit him like a wave and made him feel like a shot bear. I thought that was funny because that's sort of the way he looked too...just kind of wandering around looking loopy! The problem is it exasperates his already crippling fatigue, but I guess if the pain is gone maybe he won't have to lug his poor body around looking like one big ball of pain. Anything to make his life any bit better I'm all for!


OH! And today, Jana, gave us a BUNCH of totally cool baby stuff! It was really funny hauling out all of this baby paraphernalia out of The Center this afternoon and bringing it into our humble abode at the hotel! Some people seeing us for the first time thought that we brought all that stuff with us everytime we go to The Center! We got a really cool swing that swings both front and side to side, a portable swing, a VERY nice vibration chair, changing pad, tons of books and she still has more! I'm sure I left out some stuff because there was so much, but we are going to wear that stuff out! Man, Christopher totally made out with this stuff! Thank you Jana!! We love ya girl! :)

8 comments:

  1. Blythe,
    I just want you to know that I have been thinking about you and Ben a lot. I have no idea how challenging this trial must be for the both of you. Know that we are praying for you. Please let me know if you ever need anything. Ginnie

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  2. Hey there you three! I hope things are looking up now with the trip home in sight! I know we're missing you here on this end. Gus and Merlynn seem to be getting used to the idea that they have to make some new friends. Merlynn is quite the eater! Gus still keeps to himself, but he's not so angry at me for not being you. I wish you a speedy return and safe trip!

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  3. Your courage through all of this, guys, is remarkable. My hat is off to you both.

    Ben, get better soon, my friend.

    Bev

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  4. thank you bev, some of my pain is getting harder, but overall the drugs help me get through most of the day pain free which is soo much better

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  5. Hang in there, kiddo! My fiancee, Patricia, sends along her best wishes as well.

    Bev

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  6. I've been thinking about you three a lot lately. I've even called a bunch of times but was too much of a dork to leave a message. Sorry. Welp, let me know if you need anything....babysitter, ice cream, dinner, movie, cheap entertainment, anything! :) Tell Ben to keep up the good work!
    Love, Natalie

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  7. Hi Guys! I sure didn't know that you had a blog. It's good to read all of your experiences and get the information "firsthand". This must be very hard for your family but i do see the strength you guys have as I read your emails.

    You will be home soon enough and when you get here, please let us know if you need anything. We're here to support you guys!! Let me know what you need.

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