Today started out rough for our little man. His IV blew in the middle of the night, then they removed his foot IV so he could start walking (ouch!), he’s had an upset tummy, and we were still having problems regulating his pain meds. Seems we would get them where he feels okay and then someohow loose our grip to find him in a lot of discomfort a few hours later. We did get him to the edge of the bed today with the help of PT, and were able to get him on his feet and walking for a few 
minutes. Afterward, we took took a wagon ride to see the playroom. By lunch time, he was worn out and he slept for hours only to wake up in tears from his belly hurting. But his fighting spirit pulled it out toward the end of the day as the pictures show, and he was up and able to walk out of his room a few feet into the hall to see the fish tank. Daddy brought him an Iron Man that shoots bullets so he would shoot them and we would tell him that
we have to walk to them so Daddy can pick them up and re-load. A 
little bribery and it worked! This is one proud momma! He’s getting stronger every day. Stay strong Handsome, you got this!
I’ll keep praying for a less pain and fast recovery ;0)
I’m so proud of Jake!
Praising Our Wonderful , Ever Loving God. Thanking Him for being with you and your family, providing strength and love. I doubt you understand the blessing and effect your notes are to so many. Thank you for drawing us to Christ thru your blog. Praying for the doctors, nurses, clean up staff, everyone involved at the hospital, may they also have special blessings today, knowledge and wisdom. Heres a hug Mardon, wish I could give it to you myself.
This is from my daughter, Emma. (She loves Jake even without knowing him!)
Jake — You’re doing great! Keep fighting and you will be all right! We might try to come and visit you while we are in Texas sometime this summer. Is that OK? I pray for you and hope that you’re feeling better. Love, Emma
Awesome news. Keep that fighting spirit, Jake!
He is such a string little boy – must take after his momma 😉