Monday, December 17, 2012

Another amazing day! Today he stood up and walked for the first time. He needed a lot of help but it was huge. All the nurses were crying and I think it was a bit overwhelming for him. Also today we got to take a wagon ride and we first started by looking out the window. I lifted him up and just held him. He put his head on my shoulder and it was just amazing to watch him look outside. It was so pretty and just one of those tender mercy moments. Then after we took the wagon to see the big Christmas tree in the lobby. Why stop there right, the nurse thought it would be good to take him outside. We walked out and the second we walked out the helicopter started up. We got to watch the helicopter take off. He was really overwhelmed and didn't say a word. We got back into the room and he slept for a couple of minutes. -------------- We have also played legos todays and did some therapy. He got to drink some gatorade and rootbeer. He loved it, he said it burned going down but he was really happy to get a drink. We tried some solid food for dinner, it didn't go so good. We will try again tomorrow. ----------Since Tayton is finally out of critical condition, Levi is going back to work. His work has been so amazing and they basically let me decide when he could go back to work. I told them once he gets off the ventilator I can send him back. Emotionally I needed him here, because I never knew when we were going to have a good day or bad day. But now that he is stable I can let Levi go back. But he has to take the computer with him so I won't be able to blog. Maybe I can get my sister to post a few things for me. But I think we will be to busy to blog anyway, to much to do with my little guy.---------Tayton also got to wear him team Tayton shirt later and he was so excited to wear it. He also wanted me to tell you all he sounds like chewbaca. He says he is just fine and it doesn't feel like he even got burned. He says it doesn't feel like he is in the hospital. He is having a really hard time sleeping and he is suffering a bit from post traumatic stress. I think we all are to some extent. He constantly is talking about the fire which is good to some extent. To him it seems like the fire was yesterday. They said it is good to talk about it and to let him know he is safe now. Our goals now are to get him eating, sleeping, walking, and using the restroom. Once we have those down we should be able to go. I don't know how long it will take but I don't really care. It is just so much fun to be with him. He gets a little frustrated because he can't do everything he used to do. I keep telling him it will come with time. I am so proud and I must say I am a bit overwhelmed. I never imagined it would be this amazing. We still have a long road ahead of us but it is so worth it. I love this little boy so much and he amazed me every day. Keep up the great work. I will blog when I get a chance. Thanks again for helping us get through this.

6 comments:

Marilyn and Mike said...

Dear Kali and Levi - this is the perfect day we have all been praying for. Tayton is amazing and is so strong. We know he gets his strength from the amazing love and support of his family, and you should all be so proud. We are thankful Levi can go back to work, but we will be sad to not read your blog each day and be able to keep up with his progress. Through your daily blogs, your strength and words have enabled us to heal emotionally as Tayton heals physically. We are so blessed he is doing so well, and his picture is a testament to his little spirit shining through. What a cutie! Sleep tight and God bless. Mike and Marilyn

*Heather* said...

This is the best Christmas present ever for you!!! Yay! He looks so good! Tell him everyone is still praying for him!

M. Davis said...

It sure is nice to see his picture and to hear of his progress! I agree with the earlier responder that said that your blogs have allowed us to heal too. I can only speak for myself, but I am sure many agree, when I say THANK YOU! Thank you for caring about us, knowing that we were hurting and concerned for Tayton. Despite your many daily challenges you helped US by keeping us informed. I don't know how I could have survived without hearing how he was doing for the day. You guys have taught me so much too. Thank you! Tell Tayton I think of him every day and I think he looks great in his Team Tayton shirt. Whoever thought of that had a spark of genius! Love you guys!

Julie Marshall said...

Just read this entry, WOW what a strong.little boy and family!!!.You hang in there kiddo you'll be out running around in no time!!! My daughter Jacee Marshall goes to 3 mile creek in 5th grade and says they are all thinking of you and wish you to get better soon!! Hang in there Mom and Dad.... :)

Grandma Duffy said...

So glad Tayton is doing so much better! He sounds like an amazing boy! We all think about you all and keep you in our prayers!
Diane

Crissi said...

How Totally Awesome! Tayton looks wonderful!!! What a great little boy! I am so overjoyed for your little family. We received our Team Tayton shirts last nighte and me, Stef, & Mandi are going to wear them to my work Christmas party tonight!! You all have made it thru the darkest hour! You are all so strong. Please tell Tayton that he is amazing and we are all excited about his progress. We love you guys!