Playing Catch Up

It has been a very busy few months on our end. Rylee had her follow up with Dr. Monagus a few weeks ago and her next scope is set for February 7, 2012. He did have her MRI and MRA films in hand, but he is not a surgeon, so he could not give us any information. He is meeting with the surgeon tomorrow regarding Rylee. We should have an answer between now and then. If we do not hear from them, we will discuss at the scope. It seems like the affects from her stroke are rearing its ugly head. Meaning the damage to her left frontal lobe is affecting her performance in school. We will get through it, but it sure is frustrating. It is more frustrating for her than it is for us as the parents and I can only imagine what she is going through herself. I just keep thinking there will be a light at the end of the tunnel somewhere. We are going to try a diet and some supplements to see if we can handle it naturally.

On a much lighter note, she is very excited about becoming a big cousin!!! Maybe not as excited as I am about becoming an AUNTIE!!! I am thrilled that my little brother and the beautiful Amy Seal will be welcoming my niece or nephew into the world in July. We will find out the gender of the baby March 2nd! This might be the first time I don't have a definite feeling about the gender, but either way I am already completely in love with this child!!! This child has given his/her aunt a lot to look forward too and has kept my mind off of all the things going on with Rylee.

She is enjoying cookie sales for her Brownie troop and sold a lot of boxes. She has collected a numerous amount to be donated to Children's Hospital. So proud of her decision.

As always, keep her in your prayers and we thank you!

Brandi