.:THE SOMMERS FAMILY:.: SCHRINERS

Friday, June 13, 2008

SCHRINERS

Well we got a call the other day telling us that Jackson got accepted into Schriners Hospital. What a relief that is. They will be able to provide Jackson with intense physical and occupational therapy. And also provide him with any kind of braces or orthopedic things that he might need. And all the cost is covered by Schriners, which is a relief in itself. I haven't made an appointment yet, but when I do the first thing that they will do is evaluate him to see how much therapy he will need. We will have to drive down to SLC for all of his visits, but at least I have wonderful support by my mom and she is willing to go down there whenever I need her. It is such a major relief to have such a great mother and mother-in-law to help me with what I need. So thank you for all that you do. We love you:-)

I will make sure and let you all know how Jacksons first visit goes!!!!

3 comments:

.:shannon:. said...: I'm sooooo happy to hear that he got into Shriner's!! He's doing so good! I can't wait to see him in a few weeks!! Love you guys!!; June 13, 2008 at 12:38 PM
John and Charese said...: YEAH! I am so excited for you! I am sure they will take great care of you and Jackson. I drive to SL quite often, it isn't bad. GOOD LUCK! Let me know if you need anything!; June 14, 2008 at 9:35 AM
Shari said...: The boys loved looking at pictures of Jackson. We are so thrilled that we finally have an answer the all the questions for Jackson. Shriners is definately the icing on the cake!; June 19, 2008 at 9:24 AM

Post a Comment

"A Quiet Testimony"

You could look at this little boy and think nothing is wrong
Those that know him, know he's struggled all along.
Appointment after appointment, doctor after doctor
Built up with frustration, but sitting with no answer.
Not knowing where to start or what to do
Quietly the little boy grew and grew.
His parents each holding a hand along the way
He's not going anywhere-He is here to stay.
In his eyes, determination-In his heart is faith
He pushed the bar and slowly it was raised.
Always smiling, and happy as can be
Such a small boy, not yet three.
He's stronger than most, but not where expected
His so called battle his mind has rejected.
He's doing his best, and through that succeeding
While those that love him are fervently pleading.
Throughout his life, he'll go so far
From the beginning he let to raise the bar.
With that attitude of-"Come what may" He's my little angel, Jackson Ray.
"Shannon Sommers"

.:Our Blessing:.

Jackson has just recently been diagnosed with Ataxia. He is doing so well and loves walking with his walker. Jackson still has physical, occupational, and speech therapy once a week. Jackson loves his therapists and does such a great job for them.
Jackson has taught Barry and I a lot about loving and patients. He loves so much and is such a happy boy(most of the time). We love Jackson so much and are so proud of him. Even though his life is a little harder for him you could never be able to tell, just for the fact that he doesn't let it slow him down. And that is a lesson that he can teach all of us. What an awesome kid!!!!!!