Thursday June 30, 2011

Uncle tad and Jax eating dinner together. Tad slept most if the day him and tif his sister spent the afternoon with us.  His mom and sister Tammy and Jax  took him on his night walk the nurse came and told us that changes are beginning to happen :( were just making the most  of every moment. Things are being prepared for his return

Wednesday June 29,2011

Today was a rough day, Tad has lost all ability to walk. He had several falls today, and had to be picked up every time. He was given a blessing however by two amazing men which has helped us all feel at peace, but most importantly Tad. He is having a hard time losing his independance and keeps trying to keep it. He was able to have some good quality time with his sis Heidi today. He also had some good quality cuddle time with Kade. He is such an amazing dad!!

Heidi and Tad

Kade cuddling his dad.. isnt this picture precious.

Monday June 27, 2011 .. Good Day!!

Today was a good day, Tad was able to get a lot of rest and because of this he was feeling pretty good. His pain was minimal and we were able to keep it under control. Sherrie was able to come be with Tad so that Harvest could go to Kades game, it is so nice that she is able to be there to help. Rick came and took him on his nightly walk.. what an amazing friend he is. There isnt a lot to update today, but lets hope he has as good as night as he did day.

Sunday June 26, 2011... No more being Scared

Tonight Tad told Harvest he isnt scared anymore, he knows that her and Kade will be okay and that there is nothing about Heaven to be worried about. Today was a really hard day for Tad, the on call nurse had to come out to help get his pain under control, they added a new medicine and also upped his current dosages. The hospice nurse was amazing with Tad. They are so grateful for all Hospice is doing, they have been amazing so far. He has pretty much lost all function in his legs now, he tried to walk but it caused too much pain and too difficult to do. Troy (Tad's brother) came out and made them steaks and spent some good time with them. Rick came and took Tad on his nightly walk and was popping wheelies which had Tad laughing pretty hard.

On Saturday Sherrie came and stayed with Tad so that Harvest could spend some good quality time with Kade, they were able to go to his baseball game, have lunch together and end the night at Taylorsville days watching the fireworks. And I have to add Kade winning a $10.00 goldfish!! Yes $10.00, its all he wanted and he was so excited to get home and show Tad and ask him what they should name it. Although Harvest was still stressed out the entire time she was out, it was a much needed break and I know she appreciated Sherrie and tads sisters coming over to take care of him and give her this time with Kade.

Tad said he knows they will all be together again someday and it is so true. So there is no more being scared. Just love and quality time together.

Mom and son time .. much needed :)

Tad with Jaxon.. Isnt this the most precious picture ever!!

Friday June 24,2011.. Not feeling so well :(

Tad was able to go to Kades game today, which he won :).. But has been sleeping all day, his head is really hurting him and he has been running a fever. The Dr. (not the nurse) will be coming in the morning to check on him and figure out why he has a fever. Today a lady who works with hospice came and played her harp, it was so calming, hospice really is amazing they do different things to help him stay comfortable and happy. He kept thinking he wasnt at his own house today, it is so heartbreaking and sad. Hopefully the Dr. can figure out things in the morning so that his head wont hurt and he can be comfortable.

Thursday June 24, 2011.... Tired and Exhausted

For the first time in months Tad slept through the entire night, not only did he sleep through the entire night but he also spent most of the day sleeping. He keeps telling Harvest he doesnt feel good but cant put it on something, he keeps trying to say something but just cant quite get it out. Tomorrow Kade has another tournament baseball game and they are keeping their fingers crossed that since Tad rested most of today that he will be able to make it to the game.
His friends Leeanne and Travis came and visited today, it was nice for him to visit with them and spend time with his friends. He is getting more and more exhausted and fighting more and more to just stay in bed. They said that he is like a 7 year old child, he just wants things his way and doesnt understand why he has to do the things that he has to do. He is fighting to hang on and to be with Harvest and Kade. He is still in so much pain and so uncomfortable, please keep praying for him that he can at least rest peacefully when he is resting. Please keep praying for Harvest and Tads entire family that they can have the strength to get through this and that they will know how much he loves each of them. Lets keep our fingers crossed... Tomorrow will be a great day and he will be able to go to Kades baseball game and whatever pain he may be having will be relieved at  least for the day.

Wednesday June 22, 2011

Today was a good day, they had to change pain meds again but these ones seem to be working really well. He was able to go with Harvest to Kades All Star game and Kade won and played really good. It was so cute he chased Harvest and Tad down the sidewalk just so he could say goodnight to his dad, what a sweet loving boy. He said that at this point all he can see is shadows, he cant see anything clearly. He is also starting to forget who people are but once Harvest reminds him he remembers. They are so grateful for all the love and support they are being shown and are glad to have so many great, caring people in their lives.

Rick and Tad, Rick is Tads best friend and he comes up every night and takes Tad on a walk, he is such an awesome friend and Harvest and Tad are both grateful for all he does for them.

Kade and Tad at the game, doesnt Kade look so grown up here.. Tad has really enjoyed watching him play and is so proud of him.