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12/9/2021

 Paxton had a HUGE day. He was able to lift his right leg on his own while laying in bed and he is starting to get his voice back! I understood him when he said “ice cream”, so of course we went and got him some. The therapists and doctors are amazed at his progress today. He’s in great spirits and I think he can finally see things will get better. I think today is the first day I only cried happy tears a s zero sad tears. Fingers crossed tomorrow is much like today.

The gaming specialist made it in today and helped Paxton get an adaptive remote for theXbox. It’s so cool that he can play with only his left hand. He is super excited for Brandon to come tomorrow so they can play. 

We are continuing to decorate his room for Christmas. We decided we want it to look like Buddy the Elf lives here. His grandparents sent him a super cute bouquet of flowers shaped like a dog in a red chimney vase. Fits our current decor perfectly. Paxton even got his picture taken with a therapy dog in elf gear. We love all the dog visits here.

Brandon’s cousin Anna sent be me a tea kettle and travel mug. It’s so nice not to go to parent lounge all the time.

Tomorrow, Paxton’s school is holding a “Paxton Brown Day” fundraiser. We are so fortunate for our Boulder Family. His teacher, Mrs. Steffes, and the principal, Mr. Venner, check on us frequently which has been so kind and very much appreciated.

Bray is beyond excited for the weekend. We are so thankful for everyone helping out and distracting him a little.

Thanks for all the support and love. 

Janell




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