KDquilter Posted September 11, 2010 Report Share Posted September 11, 2010 Hey Everyone - I just wanted to sent a big THANK YOU to everyone who has been praying for my son Chris after his ATV accident on August 27. For those of you who don't know, he flipped his 4-wheeler and broke his neck in 2 places. He had his neck fused and as a result of the accident he is paralyzed from the waiste down. His surgeon is optimistic that he may walk again someday, but as of today he cannot move his legs. He does, however have feeling from his thighs to his toes and some very slight feeling from his thighs to his waist. His arms were not effected and his mental capacity is totally in tact (thank God for helmets!) Anyway, just a little update for those of you who have not checked in on the caring bridge blog (www.caringbridge.org/visit/christopherdynan). . . The therapists have started putting electrodes on his muscles and they are getting some movement (Yeah!) and his toes actually twitched today when we tickled his feet, another good sign that the nerves are starting to fire up. Rita R - your guestbook notes are hysterical and we really love reading them! To everyone else who has been checking up on Chris and praying for him, please don't stop. . . we really appreciate it!!! Karie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witha'K'quilting Posted September 11, 2010 Report Share Posted September 11, 2010 Karie, I am so glad that Chris is bouncung back...slowly. His face in the last photo shows the largest smile on any boy his age I have ever seen. He knows he is determined and is going to be okay. Kids are amazing...and Chris is no exception! Bless his heart. I just love him...and how he is driven. popping wheelies on a new wheelchair. WOW! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quilts4myluv Posted September 11, 2010 Report Share Posted September 11, 2010 We will keep Chris and your family in our prayers. Congradulations reguarding the progress so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarieBrewer Posted September 11, 2010 Report Share Posted September 11, 2010 What good nmews. Prayers for all of the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rita Posted September 11, 2010 Report Share Posted September 11, 2010 Karie -I read the progress via Caring Bridge every day -I'm so happy for the progress...what determination! And I'm really happy that he hasn't lost his sense of adventure...wheelies, hills, etc...much to your dismay! lol Always on my mind, seriously! Rita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave-Jane Posted September 11, 2010 Report Share Posted September 11, 2010 Wishing you and Chris the best!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted September 11, 2010 Report Share Posted September 11, 2010 Sounds like Chris is making progress and I am sure that warms a mother's heart! Keeping him in my prayers. Tell him to keep up the good work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestieMom Posted September 11, 2010 Report Share Posted September 11, 2010 Karie, So good to hear that Chris is making progress and on the road to recovery. Hang in there, Chris! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustSewSimple Posted September 11, 2010 Report Share Posted September 11, 2010 Karie, I taught home bound students for about 5 years and it was the best 4 years of my life!!! I bonded with my students, like Chris, and we so enjoyed our "schooling." I even got the ok to take them on field trips!!! Your Chris sounds like a champ and I know he will do well and even enjoy doing it!!! Best wishes to you and Chris and everyone involved for a good recovery! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB Posted September 11, 2010 Report Share Posted September 11, 2010 Karie, What a beautiful boy. I've been thinking of him since your 1st posting. Make sure he keeps up with his PT and keeps trying. He'll get there. Dianne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBQLTN2 Posted September 11, 2010 Report Share Posted September 11, 2010 praying for Chris and your family and that he continues to regain strength and feeling in his legs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bekah Posted September 11, 2010 Report Share Posted September 11, 2010 Still praying and very encouraged about the latest with his toes twitching. You have raised a special young man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisalnewman Posted September 12, 2010 Report Share Posted September 12, 2010 I am so sorry I missed this. You and your family are in my thoughts and have all my best wishes. The medical world is always improving and what could not have happend 10 years ago is now more than possible. Your son must be an amazing person and with your determination and his I am positive he will improve each and every day. All my best, Lisa:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meg_marsh Posted September 12, 2010 Report Share Posted September 12, 2010 I am so glad that things are progressing for you, your family and especially for Chris. A long road ahead, but such a good start. Loved his smiling pictures. Will continue to keep you in my prayers ......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltmonkey Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Oh thank you for updating us. I have been thinking about you and your boy every day. Positive thoughts for a full recovery. (((hugs))) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annaquilts Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 I'm been wondering how your son was doing. Thanks for the update. Sounds like Chris is one amazing young man. Gotta love his attitude. Hang in there Mom! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWBowser Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Will continue to pray for a complete recovery. Thanks for the update. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RitaR Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Karie, Bryan and Chris.. all I do is think, which is dangerous at times. The words just happen.. thanks for letting me know, and I'll try to keep it up. Between a friend I'll call pip, and me, or is it I? I should be able to go on for weeks... Prayers for all, and Chris, thanks for showing that terrific smile.. what was going on when the man was beside you on the stool, and you were in the wheelchair? Bet you have a little story about that! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDquilter Posted September 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Rita: The "man on the stool" is Bryan (Chris' dad) they were pretending to race!!! What a bunch of crazy people we looked like that day! Karie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheri Butler Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Karie, Keep up with those electrodes! My son had that done after the drunk driver hit him.It DOES work! I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyAboutQuilting Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Karie, Thanks for the update on Chris' progress. It's wonderful that there are many positive things happening! Will continue to keep all of you in my prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RitaR Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 I wish I were there too Karie.. it certainly looked like they were up to devilment or lots of fun.. just had to ask. Thanks muches! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koala-T Posted September 13, 2010 Report Share Posted September 13, 2010 Karie, I missed this before. Sending God's blessings to Chris (and your whole family) as he slowly recovers. It's great to hear his nerves are regenerating. Sending you HUGE HUGS!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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