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Magenta: This has been a most excellent week for Ben and his overall health. If you haven't been by here in awhile Ben has had some rough weeks the past month. Between seizures and stomach issues Ben lost about two full weeks of school and therapy. Although Ben only went one day this week he seems to have picked up right where we left off in regards to therapy and cognition. In fact after watching two of his classmates walking with little aid Ben has been desperately trying to take some steps on his own! He'll really be motivated when we can get him back in the stander.

Cadmium Red: The reason we've not been able to use the stander recently is due to an abscess on his left inner thigh. Although most of it has dissipated with oral and topical medications a hard knot remains. We decided earlier this week to go ahead and have it surgically removed. The outpatient procedure will be done this coming Wednesday. This should be know big deal but putting Ben under general anesthesia is always frightening for us. Definitely keep Ben in mind and in your prayers next week.

Brilliant Blue: Doing the art show last weekend really got the creative juices flowing again! I'm currently working on some new animal themed paintings. They're along the lines of the whimsical fish I did last year that were so successful (and continue to be). Also with the 70 degree Spring-like weather already here and daylight savings time arriving Sunday I might just be able to get outside and paint on location.


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