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New school year

Thu, 22 Aug 2013 00:12:42 +0100

Mason is in 3rd grade and Olivia is starting kindergarten this year has started out a little rough. I am having a tough time with the schools giving the kids the things they need. I am a fighter and will keep fighting until they make it right. Mason and Olivia are both on new meds and they are both doing pretty good. Olivia has had several grand mal seizures in her sleep so we are keeping a close on her we will see how she does with the school day this year. She is going full time and I am nervous she is going to be really tired. She starts next week, Mason started today and he had a great day!! I am looking forward to what this new year brings.

I hate seizures

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 13:57:11 +0100

Poor Mason has been having multiple seizures at least a couple days of the week again. He gets really tired by the end of the week, he has missed several days of school, because he is so exhausted. The school is accommodating his absence because they know it's from the seizures, but he is still missing out on school work. I wish I could waive a wand and just make them go away!

Changes

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:30:36 +0100

Well lots has changed since I last posted. Mason and Olivia were having increased seizures due to the summer heat and I had missed some work, and they were not happy. So we made a family decision that it would be best for me to be home to care for them. We have a long difficult road ahead, but I have faith in God and that he will take care of us! We reached our goal for our travel expenses so now the count down begins! Thank you to everyone for the continued prayers and support!!

Amy

Mason update

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 18:24:25 +0100

So it's been awhile since I have posted anything. It has been anything but quiet for us. Olivia was in the hospital in May for some testing, so far all is normal. Mason and Olivia are going to be enduring some genetic testing to see if we can get to the bottom for the seizures. I am working on finishing up raising the last $900 we need for travel, and am trying to catch Mason having some seizures to send in some clothing to 4 Paws for his dog to begin learning Mason's smells! We are almost there, there is only 1 more class is Aug before ours in Sept I can't believe we are almost there. I can't tell you how much I appreciate all the help and support that we have received and continue to receive. We have a difficult task with our children ahead but truly feel blessed. As always prayers are welcomed and appreciated.

Love,
Amy

Seizures

Fri, 07 Jan 2011 21:18:23 +0100

Took Mason to the neurologist and they did an EEG. We found out that his is having a lot of seizure activity in several parts of his brain! The doctor said to expect Mason to have a grand mal seizure it is more than likely to happen. He has a lot going on when he sleeps so we will be making some changes at home until we get his seizure dog. We have to get blood work done and then go back and talk about adding an additional medication to help eliminate some of the seizures. I will keep everyone posted on his progress, please keep Mason in your prayers!!

WE DID IT!

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 23:16:50 +0100

Now that we have completed our fundraising requirement for 4 Paws we will travel to Xenia in September 2011. We are required to stay there for 10 days to complete training with Mason's new partner. We will be responsible to pay for all travels expenses, including hotel, food, and transportation. We will need to raise $5000 to cover those expenses.

Upcoming events

Fri, 26 Nov 2010 22:54:55 +0100

We are at a total of $10,200, so we only have $2800 to go, we will be planning another event after the holidays check back for details!

Roadhouse Fundraiser

Sat, 30 Oct 2010 01:27:48 +0100

We had a good turn out at the Roadhouse fundraiser we make $287.00, we are getting so close I can't thank everyone enough for all of the support!!

Amy

Harvest Bash

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 12:41:40 +0100

We will be at the Mineral City park on Sunday Oct. 10 from 2-6, enter for your chance to win a handmade quilt. We will also be taking orders for our Yankee Candle fundraiser. Hope to see you there!

Birthday

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 01:37:01 +0100

Mason celebrated his 6th birthday on Monday, I can't believe he is that old! He is doing really well, the medication seems to be keeping the seizures at bay so we are keeping our fingers crossed. We are working hard on fundraising I am hoping to be done by the end of the year...we will see.

Amy