patorak opened this issue on Sep 22, 2007 · 43 posts
patorak posted Sat, 22 September 2007 at 11:13 AM
Hello Everyone
My youngest son was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Last thursday the orthopedic doctor fitted him for his braces. Starting next week the physical therapist is going to come to my house 3 times a week for his therapy. I still have to take him to the neurologist. My pediatrician is going to set my son's status to triage so the neurologist will see him sooner than a regular appointment.
Given these circumstances, all collaborations, projects, and requests are going to take longer than expected. I'm sorry projects have run passed their scheduled deadline. They will be completed, though.
I apologize for the inconvience and ask everyone involved for their understanding.
Thank you
Pat
ellocolobo posted Sat, 22 September 2007 at 11:30 AM
No need to apologize for anything...Nothing but the best of thoughts for you and yours..
thefixer posted Sat, 22 September 2007 at 11:38 AM
All the best with that, the other stuff doesn't matter!!
Injustice will be avenged.
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JenX posted Sat, 22 September 2007 at 12:24 PM
Hey, man, you take care of you and yours! Everything else waits :)
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scanmead posted Sat, 22 September 2007 at 12:45 PM
second that. Let us know if there's anything we can do for you.
Acadia posted Sat, 22 September 2007 at 1:37 PM
Life always comes first!
I'm sorry to hear about your son :( I will keep all of you in my thoughts.
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Jumpstartme2 posted Sat, 22 September 2007 at 1:53 PM
Sorry to hear this :( Take your time, your family always comes first. You and your family are in my prayers.
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Miss Nancy posted Sat, 22 September 2007 at 1:56 PM
best wishes for continued good treatment for your child.
SamTherapy posted Sat, 22 September 2007 at 2:23 PM
Man, I am sorry to hear this. I'll keep you and your family in my thoughts.
As TheFixer said, the other stuff doesn't matter.
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Porthos posted Sat, 22 September 2007 at 3:01 PM
What's important is your son's health, everything else pales by comparison - best wishes to you and your child!
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jonnybode posted Sat, 22 September 2007 at 4:22 PM
I wish all the best that can be for you and your family.
Regards / Jonny
patorak posted Sun, 23 September 2007 at 8:32 AM
Thank you, Everyone, may God bless you all.
PapaBlueMarlin posted Sun, 23 September 2007 at 8:45 AM
I wish you the best of luck with your family, Pat.
KarenJ posted Sun, 23 September 2007 at 9:18 AM
Best wishes to you and your family, Pat.
How old is your little boy?
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patorak posted Sun, 23 September 2007 at 9:31 AM
Caleb is17 months. The form of cerebral palsy he was diagnosed with is hemiparesis. It's affected the left side of his body.
I've got to get everyone to Mass, talk with you all later.
Pat
Porthos posted Sun, 23 September 2007 at 9:34 AM
I'll remember your family at Mass Pat!
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wheatpenny posted Sun, 23 September 2007 at 1:50 PM Site Admin
My prayers are with you and your family.
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Angelouscuitry posted Sun, 23 September 2007 at 8:39 PM
patorak posted Sun, 23 September 2007 at 9:38 PM
Thank you all for your prayers and best wishes.
XENOPHONZ posted Mon, 24 September 2007 at 12:17 AM
Pat, I am VERY sorry to hear about this. You and your family will certainly have our prayers.
destro75 posted Mon, 24 September 2007 at 11:22 AM
Your little one is in my prayers patorak. May God Bless you and all of your family.
Conniekat8 posted Mon, 24 September 2007 at 1:49 PM
Oh, gosh, so sorry to hear this! You take all the tiome you need to take care of your bably and your family!!! Sending some good thoughts your way!
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kobaltkween posted Mon, 24 September 2007 at 2:57 PM
i'm so very sorry to hear this. family is the most important thing in the world, and it's always such a terrible and deep blow to suffer through one's children. i know you have the strength, courage, wisdom and most importantly, enthusiasm and laughter to see yourself and your family through this. but i still wish with all my heart that you didn't have to.
UVDan posted Sat, 06 October 2007 at 6:51 PM Forum Moderator
My prayers and best wishes are with you.
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hmatienzo posted Sat, 06 October 2007 at 9:13 PM
Wishing you all the best and lots of courage to your son!
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patorak posted Sun, 07 October 2007 at 8:29 AM
Thank you all. Your support is encouraging. I have faith good will come of this.
Pat
mylemonblue posted Sun, 07 October 2007 at 12:27 PM
Nothing's more important than our children or family. The rest of the world can wait. Prayers and good vibes for your whole family.
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PixelOrchid posted Thu, 27 March 2008 at 9:11 AM
Wow. Sorry to hear about your son. My heart goes out to you. Good luck with everything.
lkendall posted Thu, 27 March 2008 at 10:41 AM
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I join the community in thinking about and praying for you and your family. Share a picture of Caleb with us when you can.
God bless you,
LMK
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Turtle posted Thu, 27 March 2008 at 10:45 AM
Prayers to your son and Hope for the best.
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JOELGLAINE posted Thu, 27 March 2008 at 11:58 AM
Life throws us all things to trip over, and obstacles to overcome. Advice from a friend who has a child with Muscular Dystrophy: Take care of yourself as well! A parent goes into RED ALERT status when the child is in danger, but on prolonged problems like what you and your family are undergoing--you CAN wreck yourself by doing to much.
My friend Marisa was very emphatic about this point--Keep yourself upbeat, optimistic, and above all HEALTHY and that extra energy will pass itself on to your son. Don't worry (If at all possible) and take naps when tired and eat well as you can and that will help your family more than you might think.
Oftimes facing the challenges of prolonged disease, ATTITUDE is at least 90% of the battle. Stay upbeat and keep a heart full of love and your son will appreciate it
All we can do is give our 2p worth of advice (Which might not be worth half that! :lol:) and pray where possible. It's YOU who have the boots on the ground there--NOT us. Just don't forget to include yourself into the equation of helping your son. Things will work out, if you put your mind to it. You're a pretty innovative and intelligent person...you can figure the rest out. ^__^V,,
I'll be thinking of you..
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arbee999 posted Thu, 27 March 2008 at 12:29 PM
Sorry to hear about your son Pat.
Hope all is well in your world.
Cheers and God Bless
Silke posted Thu, 27 March 2008 at 1:21 PM
I'm very sorry to hear your son has such a battle to fight and I wish him and yourself as smooth a time as possible. It can't be easy and it has to be very wearing on yourself, so don't worry about hobby things. You have enough on your plate and no one will think any less of you. :)
Best wishes.
Silke
Diogenes posted Thu, 27 March 2008 at 4:06 PM
Very sorry to hear of your son's illness, God will watch over the innocent children, and you as well. Take care.
jjroland posted Thu, 27 March 2008 at 4:12 PM
Im so sorry Pat. You and your precious son will be in my thoughts. Remember to smile when you can eh. And yes post us a picture when you get time.
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shedofjoy posted Thu, 27 March 2008 at 6:20 PM
Wishing you and your family all the best.
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estherau posted Thu, 27 March 2008 at 7:12 PM
Sounds like you have everything in place to help him be the best he can possibly be. I met an 89 year old lady with CP. Her speech was hard to understand but she was happy and had a great sense of huymour and was very quick witted. Your boy will thrive with all that extra attention from everyone. love esther
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DarkEdge posted Thu, 27 March 2008 at 7:21 PM
Pat,
My thoughts are with you.
Keep trust and faith.
Please share when you can.
Ray
masha posted Thu, 27 March 2008 at 7:52 PM
If combined good energy has an effect there's lots of it going your and your family's way. May you all have all the strength and happiness you need.
With my best,
Masha
byAnton posted Fri, 28 March 2008 at 12:30 AM
Hey we'll be here when you have time. Take as much as you need.
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infinity10 posted Fri, 28 March 2008 at 12:42 AM
Patorak - Take good care of yourself as well.
My second cousin had CP from birth due to a difficult labour. His parents patiently saw him through years of rehab physio therapy, including some very sophisticated medical techniques. He is now an adult and able to work in the administrative office of a local parish. He can conduct a conversation, can travel on airplanes long-distance, walks unaided ( he was moving very poorly when a young child). He has a life, simple and gentle and effective as it is for him, but he has his own life and identity. I see him once a year at the annual family reunion.
Meanwhile, once your schedule is sorted and settled into some kind of routine, I hope you will treat art as a spa-type activity for yourself. Might be good for you.
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urbanarmitage posted Fri, 28 March 2008 at 2:18 AM
I'm very sorry to hear about your son's health problems! I wish you and your family the best.
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panko posted Fri, 28 March 2008 at 10:39 AM
Pat, All I can say is that I hope everything is going to turn out right for the little one and all this will be just a bad memory... Yes, everything is going to turn out fine... Panos
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