Thursday, August 21, 2008

Therapy Day

Blogging friends, you are aware that Vicki and her family are home for medical visits and most probably therapy. While Timothy's first doctor's appointment is not until tomorrow, we felt therapy was needed today.

Early this morning Vicki and Lauren came over to find something appropriate for Vicki to wear to therapy. I left for the office to ensure all was well before leaving for the appointment. I KNEW this visit would be a long one. About an hour later Lauren and Vicki came by the office. We hopped in my car and off we went for our important day.

Driving 80 miles per hour or more, we soon made our first stop. There we exercised our arms with the weight of far more items than were allowed for the 3 of us in the dressing room. May I add we each got a number and entered the dressing area though ALLLLL the articles were for Vicki. After "Yes that is sooooo cute on you" or "No that just isn't you", she decided to sort thru the ones she liked and make her final purchase. I quickly scooped it all up and told her "Happy birthday". Lauren laughed and said, "Oh Mom now we can shop some more and you can buy some for yourself". Vicki had a gift card from Lauren to SteinMart , too.

After our first stop we decided it was time for lunch. We decided on LaMadeline and had a fun 'tea party'. Next stop was a great boutique in the Champions area, Scrupples. Vicki and I bought beautiful dressy jackets for Redonia and Lauren. Isn't that just like Moms? Next door was a children's shop. We HAD to go there since our youngest sister, Kristi, is about to deliver a little girl! Then we headed for SteinMart where Vicki found a few skirts, tops, and jackets.

I could tell by the end of the day that our Retail Therapy had exhausted Lauren. Isn't it amazing that the 18 year olds can't keep up with those of us who have the digit 4 in our age? Vicki and I felt energized and young after spending time shopping - mixing and matching.

Tomorrow Vicki will be able to begin the medical journey after a great day of therapy. She has so many new outfits that she will have a hard time deciding what to wear or what to wear with what. She came back to the States with basically nothing. We worked hard to find interchangable outfits. She can wake up feeling new for a couple of weeks. Of course if their stay gets long we will need another day of therapy or she'll be tired of all the earth tones.

Pray tomorrow's appointment goes well. Timothy is getting stronger. Hearing and balance are our two greatest concerns. Tomorrow's visit is with the the Pediatrician. Next week he has an appointment with the ENT. If all goes as scheduled Tremayne, Vicki and Timothy will go to church with Micah Sunday morning. Then Tremayne will be preaching for us Sunday night. I know our church family will be glad to see Timo.

Off to a Music Meeting...I don't play, sing, operate the sound, or run the projection system but our boss, Trent, thinks it is important that Kent and I appear. Oh the joys of role reversals.....

13 comments:

Stephanie said...

You didn't say were the 4 was!! It could be 24, 34, 44...Ha Ha! I am glad ya'll could have some fun. Thanks for keeping us posted. Since finding your blog it has been like catching up with Mother's side of the family. (which can be hard when we are a few states away!) What will Kristi name her new baby? Timothy is always in our prayers!
Love,
Stephanie Egan

Sis. Susan Roen said...

Great writing, Tracie!!! I am sure the therapy was effective!!! Love you all, Susy

Anonymous said...

You day of therapy sounded wonderful! So glad you, Vicki and Lauren could have that time together.

Amanda R.

Linda Elms said...

What a great day to spend with your sister! I'm so glad you have each other right now! We continue holding you all up in prayer!

Susan Hill said...

What a great day of therapy!! And I KNOW where that 4 is, You and I are too near the same age!! It is 34, right????

Paula said...

Sounds like a great day of therapy to me! :) So happy for you gals to spend this time together. We're remembering the doc appts in prayer!

Vicki said...

I must admit it was a great day! Topped off with cherry limeades from Sonic! Now, all of you have to know that Tracie is the OLDEST in the family so just because she has a '4' doesn't necessarily mean that I have a '4' in my age HA! (shh don't tell I have 2 '4's'

Anonymous said...

ooo how fun my mom works in the champions area so i can picture right where yall were that is super cool me and my mom havent done sum thing lyk that in a long time it reminds me of how we used to well ya thats about it so um ..........lol toodles

Anonymous said...

From Jan Mosher in Rockford(Susy's sis): Praying for the appointments w the Docs and continued improvement and God's healing touch in Timo's body for hearing and balance ! Sounds like being together is just what you all need for refreshment fun and encouragement !!!

iluv2prshim said...

I think I need a day of "therapy" with my sisters. :) So glad you all had a great time and Vicki got some much needed clothing too.
Timo is still in our prayers.
Love you!

Valerie said...

Aww, what fun! Sounds like you all had a great time and good therapy.

Kathy McElhaney said...

Oooo, I have two 4's in my age - sounds like I need serious therapy!
Still praying for y'all!

Paula said...

**Paula is feeling thankful to not have any 4s in her age...even though she only has three more months (from yesterday) in the youth age!*

Last week was my last youth camp where I could say I 'supposed' to be there. :)