Wednesday, May 31, 2006
Nathan...
... Goes to the audiologist tomorrow. Hopefully this visit will be productive. Supposedly she should be able to test his hearing with his aids and let us have a better idea of what he does and does not hear.
His friend, the Occupational Therapist, came today and said he is showing signs of improved strength....of course, that is what happens when you get older. I am not sure why she thinks he should be running a marathon right now, but.... Nothing is really the matter, she just thinks he should be sitting up by himself and he can't without support.
His genetic test came back negative, which means he does not have the common gene that causes hearing loss. Doctors don't like when there is not a reason for something, so they want us to persue further testing to find a reason for his hearing. We will talk to his pediatrician on Friday about that.
I am teaching myself sign language and sign to Nathan everyday. I know about 8 sentences and close to 200 words. It is pretty fun even if he ends up not needing it. Mialee is picking it up also. Her favorite word to sign is frog.
His friend, the Occupational Therapist, came today and said he is showing signs of improved strength....of course, that is what happens when you get older. I am not sure why she thinks he should be running a marathon right now, but.... Nothing is really the matter, she just thinks he should be sitting up by himself and he can't without support.
His genetic test came back negative, which means he does not have the common gene that causes hearing loss. Doctors don't like when there is not a reason for something, so they want us to persue further testing to find a reason for his hearing. We will talk to his pediatrician on Friday about that.
I am teaching myself sign language and sign to Nathan everyday. I know about 8 sentences and close to 200 words. It is pretty fun even if he ends up not needing it. Mialee is picking it up also. Her favorite word to sign is frog.
Update on James
James is off his crutches and only using a brace now. He is so much happier. He and his companion will be signing for the entire MTC at the next devotional. They had to try out and the MTC presidents wife chooses who will perform and who won't and she liked them alot and they were chosen. Cool huh?! Also, they have changed his departure date. He will not be leaving for Taiwan on 6/26/06. So when you write to him, instead of the 07/04, use 06/26. That way there won't be any problems with him receiving mail. The good news is that we get to speak to him a whole week earlier now. Woo hoooooooo. Can you tell I missed the mothers day call? I hope he has a longggggggggggg layover. We will let you know what time he is going to call on the 26th just in case any of you want to be there to talk to him. Its a Monday so not sure anyone will be able to make it, but I don't want to assume. We will keep you posted.
Update me....
Are the Cornwall's home safely? Is Layne in Palmdale? How long is he staying? Is Martissa still going to Palmdale in June?
Tuesday, May 30, 2006
I need prayers too
I passed the 4 tests as part of the application process for ConocoPhillips and I have an interview this friday.
Its hopeless, I think
Stefanie,
things all about dried up on here while you were away. Its sad. I am sure that people are checking the blog, why they don't post or post pictures is anyone's guess. I know I just heard from Shelley and she has forgotten how to get in again. LOL. Do you ppl use cookies and password reminders? Or heck, just write it on a piece of paper and tape it on your computer monitor. There isn't anything here your kids can't read. Heck Leslee's kids post more than she does. Keep it up Taryn and Brad. We love jokes and love to hear from you. Mine read the blog but don't post either. What is with that? I need to call them personally to repentance.
Lewis had a discussion with his head hunter this morning, prepping him for what we think will be his last interview tomorrow. I had received some revelation for him and his job and after the prep talk this morning we were able to write out some concrete things that he can do for his interview tomorrow. We are trusting in the Lord that what ever happens will be the "right" thing. For those of you who have asked, this is a manufacturing company located in San Bernardino. Lewis's commute will be cut by more than half. The money is abit more but our lives would be dramatically changed for the positive in that he wouldn't have to work every Saturday anymore, he wouldn't be gone 10-11 hours everyday and exhausted when he returns and he will be doing more exciting and somewhat different things at the new job. Its perfect for him especially since he got his MBA and would be a wonderful opportunity. If you pray for him, we ask that you pray that Heavenly Father's will be done and that Lewis have peace with what ever the outcome.
James is doing well. I am looking forward to getting his letter today as this one should include the news that he now knows he doesn't need surgery too. Its been a great faith building experience for our family and our ward. I hope its been the same for James. We are all busy getting ready for this weekend. Its the annual Fontana days Half marathon and 5k. Everyone but Lewis is participating this year with Jon and Caitlin running the 5k and the rest of us doing the half. My friend Patrice is coming down from St George to run it again with us as well as a friend from Arizona and my boss from Halsey. We are all very excited. Patrice is also bringing us a "puppy". He was rescued from a fire by her firefighter daughter and we are going to "test" drive it with Roxy. We have a back up family in our ward in case it doesn't work out. His name is Samson.
Ok, Caitlin wants a turn on the computer. Gotta go.
things all about dried up on here while you were away. Its sad. I am sure that people are checking the blog, why they don't post or post pictures is anyone's guess. I know I just heard from Shelley and she has forgotten how to get in again. LOL. Do you ppl use cookies and password reminders? Or heck, just write it on a piece of paper and tape it on your computer monitor. There isn't anything here your kids can't read. Heck Leslee's kids post more than she does. Keep it up Taryn and Brad. We love jokes and love to hear from you. Mine read the blog but don't post either. What is with that? I need to call them personally to repentance.
Lewis had a discussion with his head hunter this morning, prepping him for what we think will be his last interview tomorrow. I had received some revelation for him and his job and after the prep talk this morning we were able to write out some concrete things that he can do for his interview tomorrow. We are trusting in the Lord that what ever happens will be the "right" thing. For those of you who have asked, this is a manufacturing company located in San Bernardino. Lewis's commute will be cut by more than half. The money is abit more but our lives would be dramatically changed for the positive in that he wouldn't have to work every Saturday anymore, he wouldn't be gone 10-11 hours everyday and exhausted when he returns and he will be doing more exciting and somewhat different things at the new job. Its perfect for him especially since he got his MBA and would be a wonderful opportunity. If you pray for him, we ask that you pray that Heavenly Father's will be done and that Lewis have peace with what ever the outcome.
James is doing well. I am looking forward to getting his letter today as this one should include the news that he now knows he doesn't need surgery too. Its been a great faith building experience for our family and our ward. I hope its been the same for James. We are all busy getting ready for this weekend. Its the annual Fontana days Half marathon and 5k. Everyone but Lewis is participating this year with Jon and Caitlin running the 5k and the rest of us doing the half. My friend Patrice is coming down from St George to run it again with us as well as a friend from Arizona and my boss from Halsey. We are all very excited. Patrice is also bringing us a "puppy". He was rescued from a fire by her firefighter daughter and we are going to "test" drive it with Roxy. We have a back up family in our ward in case it doesn't work out. His name is Samson.
Ok, Caitlin wants a turn on the computer. Gotta go.
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