Yesterday, was Evan's 17th Birthday! I can hardly believe my baby boy is seventeen... What an amazing "sixteen" he had. Evan under went ACL (knee) surgery and I am so proud of his hard work and dedication with his Physical Therapy as well as working out. It's so hard when you are so active and then the next day on the couch. He is taking baby steps and improving everyday! I found this letter (a few years ago) another Blogger wrote to her son. It reminds me of Evan and would be exactly the words I would want to share with him... I pinned it on Pinterest, but I decided to share it because I loved it so. YOU DON'T HAVE TO FIT IN. The world … [Read more...]
Evan’s Knee Surgery
Evan tore his ACL playing basketball... We were heart broken, he would have ACL surgery and sad for him that he wouldn't be playing Spring and Summer baseball. But, super thankful he will be healthy and ready to be mobile after he heals. Surgery went better than expected the Doctor was able to remove 10 inches of his quad ligament instead of the 8 inches they thought they would be able to get. Once IN surgery the Doctors also found out that he tore his Meniscus and cleaned that out as well. Now with his knee fixed, he will be recovering for 6-9 months with physical therapy. Poor Kid... My sweet parents are so thoughtful and sent Evan this … [Read more...]
ACL Surgery
It's ALMOST Baseball season! My sweet boy has been working so hard this year for his High school Junior year to start. Evan played in a number of showcases and tournaments last summer as well as playing summer and fall ball with his local team. He pitched in the winning game at the Oregon State Baseball camp and the highlight of his summer was getting invited and playing in The Perfect Game NW 2016 showcase. His thoughts of having a awesome Junior year came to screeching halt when Evan tore his ACL in a basketball game... After a number of doctor appointments and X-rays, a MRI and visits with the Orthopedic Surgeon. The … [Read more...]