September 30, 2008

It has now been over 3 months since Chris first had his skin Graphs performed, he continues to improve everyday, although he still struggles with the idea that this has happened. Physically Chris is beyond where the Drs and specialist had thought he would be and he works very hard to stay ahead of the game. Chris had a visit to the burn center doctors September 24th, we all had questions about why some areas are not healing as quick as others and the Dr's reminded us all that we were use to seeing the healing process go faster than it normally does and to give it time. His voice is still hoarse so we have had to schedule another appointment with the speech therapist to have some more tests performed. School is going good Chris dropped a couple of advanced classes he was taking in order to take another weights class which enabled him to reduce his physical therapy trips to Elko. As Far as sports go the football season is going very well for the Railroaders (5-0) and Chris has participated and played in every game, although he still has not played as much as he wants he is improving weekly, All of this is helping him get better prepared for Basketball and baseball, and I believe he will be 100% for both. I have attached some recent photos ( the dates on the pictures are not correct) some show Chris in football games, one is with his grandma Okie, and a couple show his wounds and the progress he has made in 3 months, the other is Chris with his new pup (not Great Dane he wanted but we knew who would be picking up after him). This week is homecoming and Chris was picked as one of the royalty so i will attempt to update next week, ( no promises it is hunting season) People have made a lot of contributions to Chris rather it be money, cards, gifts or simply prayers and warm thoughts, and while it is impossible to thank every individual, each and everyone is appreciated, Again Thank You All.

September 10, 2008

Just wanted to give a quick update, Chris is doing very well, he still has some days that are harder than some, but he toughs them out. Although he has not gotten his starting position back he has played in both the games that Carlin has had so far, (which Carlin has won both). Chris has also got to go watch 2 Nevada Reno games one of which he received an autographed jersey and got to hang out with some of the players for awhile, which he enjoyed very much. He has also had a birthday and is now at the old age of 17. School is going good and he his still looking at a few colleges that he wishes to attend. With football he has been able to reduce his physical therapy down to 2 times a week and seems to be able to stretch out to a normal range on his own. He has received a couple sets of new garments which help him be able to wear one more often, having just one set has been pretty tough on his mom trying to get it cleaned after each practice and ready for the morning without using a dryer, now he is able to sleep with one on, which helps with the scarring. some of the scars look very good while others we are still unsure about but time will tell. I will add pictures at a later date, once again any comments are welcome.