State Baseball

This weekend we went up to Grand Forks for State Baseball. Matt played on Friday (lost) then again Saturday morning (lost) so it was back home. While they didn't win I think a fun time was had by all. Back at the hotel the team swam for almost 5 hours. Nobody had trouble sleeping that night. (parents either) It was a very good experience for all involved.

The 4th of July

As usual the 4th of July was spent at the lake. The kids took part in the parade and Randy, Nick, Butch and Slim put on a fireworks display that was watched by the whole resort.

Addi road in the parade with her "boyfriends" Boden and Landon. Matt walked Snickers and for the first year Jake watched with the adults. A fun weekend was had by all.

It's D-day!!!

At least that is what dad is calling it. He is coming home this morning. He has been in very good spirits but I think is ready to be home. We got them a bath seat and new shower attachment. We also made some other changes around the house so it's easier for dad to move around. The home health people are coming in today to give mom some tips and tricks on helping dad get around.

I think Addison may miss the hospital a bit, she loved looking at the babies in the window. Dad's room was right across the hall from the nursery. He said there have been some screamers over the past week. I'm sure he won't miss that when he's home.

Dad Update and etc.

Dad continues to be in the hospital today, but he will be coming home soon.  He has been working with both a Physical and Occupational Therapist.  Nope, we don't know what the difference is either.  His spirits have been up, but he knows that he has work to do to in order to be able to go home. 

On another front, Jake and Matt are off to their Dad's for 2 weeks.  They are heading to Kansas City for a week.  Matt was a little bummed that he was missing out on his World Series in Twin Town Baseball, but he is going to be able to attend 10 yr old State Baseball in Grand Forks.  It sure does get quiet when they go...........don't like it at all.

The Fourth was happy and safe, something I didn't realize I would be so thankful for, but 3 boys and fireworks scares me.

Dad's in the Hospital....

On Sunday Mom and Dad were able to go to church and out to lunch.  By Tuesday he was having difficulty getting out of bed and getting around.  His spirits were fine, he was just having a lot of swelling in his feet.  He even told us how the 1950 Ford pickup that has become a bit of a money pit to repair only cost him $125 to buy.  Crazy.

But, by Thursday we were at the hospital where Dad was admitted.  He has had many tests run and is resting comfortably and seems to be enjoying the nurses.  Lord knows he devoured his lunch in no time, so his appetite seems good.  As of Friday morning they haven't found much, just lots of little things.  They are continuing to test today.

Addison spent some of her time there looking for the doctor that tells the monkeys "No more monkeys jumping on the bed!"