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Thursday, March 26th, 2009
03/26/09
Thursday, March 26th, 2009
Hello all!
It's been a little busy and I've had a bladder infection that knocked me out for a week, and I tried a new medication for spasms that made me very dizzy and kept me in bed as well, so I apologize for not posting sooner. It's sure been a roller coaster ride.
When I have been feeling well, therapy has been going very well. In PT (Phyhsio Therapy), I'm still doing the motorized bike and am up to about 35 minutes/session. I'm getting stronger at the arm bike and my therapists simply remove gravity, and I do the rest of the work. In OT (Occupational Therapy) my arms are getting stronger and I even do some work 'against' gravity trying to lift my right hand/arm. I also got my power wheel chair which has head controls, so I'm a free man! I've had a few minor mishaps including nearly breaking my toes...twice and nearly running over my nurse, Jan. She said I didn't get her, but her colleagues tell me she has bruises! It's a bit scary when that happens because it's quite powerful and I could do some serious damage. On the flip side, I can't wait for the Spring to come so I can get outdoors and go for drives along the waterfront.
I did get out to a couple of the boys' hockey games, so that was a highlight. I'm not loving the Access Bus as it books up very quickly so it's hard to get. So I was disappointed I didn't get to any of Kobe's games, but I did get to see one of Rhys' and one of Tanner's and they were happy to have me there.
Kirsty's folks left last week and we cannot thank them enough for all their help! They were real troopers giving up their winter in Arizona for beautiful, sunny Kingston 
Dad is seriously considering a move to Ontario just to enjoy the winters...lol We are all missing them already, including their little dog, Sophie.
My folks are leaving next week to drive across Canada with their 5th-Wheel to help us out through the summer, so we are looking forward to that.
Kirsty and the boys are on their own for the first time, and they seem to be coping very well. Of course a school bus strike and additional ice time for hockey are also keeping Kirsty busy, but our Kingston family is helping out in the parents' absence.
We're working on getting approvals for short-term renovations to the house to get me home for some day visits, with some further additions for weekend visits. I'm excited to go home as it's been 5 months since I've been there, and Kirsty's folks have worked hard to get the house all organized for the major renovation to come. We are also working towards purchasing a new van to be converted, and this is what we plan to use the fundraiser money for. There is a lot of leg work involved, and some delays awaiting DND funding approvals, but we keep plugging away and are optimistic things will start happening soon.
That's about all for now. Again, thank you for all your help and support! I'll try to update more frequently in the coming weeks.
Scott 
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Nice to hear that things are still going well. Bladder infection - yikes - they are nasty! We am glad that you are on the up and up.
I am not sure if you heard or not, but Joe did finish top student!
Ethan just celebrated his second birthday. We can hardly believe it - the time goes so quickly!
Tracy plans to write her exam to become a registered nutritionist next month. She is spending her free time studying.
We look forward to more updates when you have the opportunity.
Take care and keep up the great work! You are truly an inspiration!
Tracy, Joe, and Ethan
Great to see your new post here. I had a great talk with Kirsty the other night - I think about 2 hours worth (like that's hard
She sounds great and you sound so positive! We are so happy about your progress and the choice your family has made to always move forward! The only way to be!Paige and Will say hi! They are doing great and Will is a total rock star with his rehab, just like Uncle Scott. I'm sure you heard about Craig's motorcycle mishap....
Okay God...we got the message...life is precious - got it!!
xo
We are home safe and sound and back to the wonderful BC rain. Mind you the trees are all budding and we have spring flowers in our gardens.
Miss those boys alot - especially Sophie miss them she runs upstairs every morning looking for them.
Everyone here in Harrison sends their best wishes.
Take care we miss you all.
Mom, Dad and Sophie
As always you sound like such a trooper and so optimistic!! Your sparkly personality always shines through. You've always were a hazard in the hallways so I'm not surprised that you are driving over the poor nurses! Perhaps they need to send you to safe driving school. Does your chair have more power than the mini???
I'm glad you got to some of the kids hockey games. It is so much fun seeing how they progress in their sports isn't it. Hockey wrapped up for us a few weeks ago - unfortunately at a low as Braedon's team started the year as a power house and ended the year at the bottom of the heap. Oh well...you can't win them all and I think it was a bit humbling for them...made me want to convert into a crazy hockey mom...but I controlled myself!
You are on an incrediby journey my friend....we all have a lot to learn by your courage and optimism.
Love to you and your family....
PS: HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! One more year to 40!!!!
Cheryl
Great to hear from you Scott! I hope the renovations will get started soon and that you will get that van before the possible access bus strike. Claude and I would gladly join you on one of your waterfront rides, we're only a phone call away...
Still believing,
Louisane
"39", last of the thirty's my friend! You're still the baby, however we'll all stay 29 forever
Glad we can be there to help you celebrate the big day! Scotch all around!(Not!)
Your Kingston family stands behind you! Good luck with that heavy duty wheelchair - she's a real beauty!
See you soon,
Love the Halerewich's
Good to read you buddy.
Happy birthday to you.
Breaking toes, running over nurses!!!!!!Sounds like you drive that thing like I drive a fire truck
LOOK OUT!!!!!! I have to admit, I had forgoten about your B-Day until reading the other posts. I guess I'll have to make it up to you with a Belated Birthday Beer.
Don't let anyone tell you you're getting old. 39 is a cool age to be at. At least that is what I'm trying to convince myself of
see you soon...
Louisane
Happy Belated Birthday im so sorry for not posting to you yesturday. I hope u had an awesome birthday! Theres nothing much new with me...right now im at my dads house and we are just about to turn off all the lights for earth day! Last week i went to a movie call Race to Witch mountain with grandma, it was a very exciting and good movie! I have to go now but i will post in a few days! Have a great week uncle scott! I love you! Love, Lexi
Glad to hear that you are doing well. (On the otherhand, we are no longer sure about the safety of the nursing staff!)
That elephant gets smaller everyday!
Take Care.
Theresa
You can't tell us that Team Milne is not made of hot stuff...setting off that smoke detector reassures us the fire you both have in your hearts...and the strength to keep going! We're proud of you both!
Love Lu & Mick xo
Hope all is well. Sorry I haven't been over but charge has just ended an school over April 3 s look for my smiling face after that. Is Faith welcome??
Love,Aveleigh
Have you checked the tickets that were in your birthday card?
Are we rich?!
Good to see you Sat night and thank you for starting the night off just right with the puck drop. I hope you enjoyed the game.
The after event at the mess was pretty neat. The Sens Alumni had a hot stove event where they talked about hockey in their day (and hockey politics
...). They even discussed the famous photo of Bobby Orr flying thru the air. Hopefully you'll be experiencing one of these 'hot stove' events of your own soon! 
Brad Marsh said they are hoping to make this an annual event vice having it every two years. Tanner (my Tanner...) had an excellent time hanging out with the players behind the bench, I'm sure he'd be game for helping out again next year.
Many thx to your beautiful wife for scrambling to make last minute plans happen and of course your little guys for being great sports.
Hugs for all, Cheryl (Rob, Tanner, Serina, Erik & James)
Cheers,
Karey
So great to read your posting and that you're still keeping so positive. Please remember we think of you often and your always in our prayers....Take care The Hatchers
I loved looking at the pictures of you and your boys, and there were a couple of Kirsty in there as well.
Take care and I look forward to reading more of your progress.
All our love.
The Colorado's (Arabsky)
Bill, Susan, Ava, Nadia and Mischa
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