Paul's Update - 07/30/06

Dear Friends:

Saturday started out OK. Dad, Tabby, Max & Paul headed off to Starbucks. This is usually a good outing for Paul. Since the new wheelchair has arrived the transportation is a bit complicated once again. Dad has ordered a trailer hitch for the rack to be put on the van. Until it comes Dad has it attached to his truck. That means that Tabby has to drive Paul & Max in the van and Dad has to follow with the wheelchair. This chair is more comfortable for Paul but it is a monster! It is bigger & heavier than the other wheelchair so it is hard to maneuver around the house. Tabby is thinking about putting a recliner in the bedroom for Paul to sit in since it is hard to move around in the room. Paul continues his stubborn streak. He has taken to crossing his arms in defiance when he decides he doesn't want to do something. Tabby & Audrey tried to exercise Paul's arms but he didn't cooperate. It appears that he may be a bit depressed. Sunday Tabby, Paul & Max came to Sunday School and Church with us. He enjoys being in worship and enjoys the music. When we got home after church it turned into a quiet day. Paul was tired and rested most of the day. Tabby went over to the neighbors house to help with a deck that they are building. It is actually good therapy for Tabby! Having Paul be so disagreeable has been difficult for Tabby (as well as the rest of us!). Max stayed home with Aunt Carolyn & Grandma. Dad & Audrey took care of Paul. Tonight Dad & Tabby had a talk with Paul to encourage him to keep trying. It appears that he feels that he will not get better. It is almost time for the blood tests again. It would be nice if we could start decreasing the Depacote that Paul is taking. Hopefully he will feel better when we can do that.

Have a great day! Lynne & Carl

P.S. Here are a few new photos. Enjoy!