Confirmation

Dr's at Primary Children's Hospital confirmed Traeton had a stroke yesterday evening. They still do not know why and may not ever know. Test results show his heart is fine and from what I understand they are keeping him overnight. You have to know this kid to understand his sweet, strong spirit. Twice he has broken his arm, one of which required surgery and pins, he has been kicked by a horse, numerous cuts and bruises and yet he maintains this innocent resilience. He is a special spirit that truly is a symbol of faith and endurance.

Maria and Jeff are wonderful parents. Recently Jeff chose to look for work only in Pocatello in order to be closer to his family and maybe he was inspired considering the events that have just taken place. I am always amazed at the strength my sister has. She is calm and peaceful in the face of adversity although I know inside she is scared and uncertain just like all of us. Regardless she continues to turn to her faith.

As I write this, her other son, Miguel, is playing "transformers" with the boys on the living room floor. In all honestly he is beating the two of them up (in a good way). This kid can body slam. Right now he is trying to push over Keaton . . .not working, but he is trying. He has a hold of Taron by the back of his shirt and won't let go. This kid does not give up. So much like his Mother. I wish he were staying with me under different circumstances but I am grateful for the time to have him in my home. (Seriously, this three year old could take both my boys down.) He knows he is staying with me so that his Mommy can help Traeton get better. He loves his brother and says Traeton's face was drippy. He says it is cool Trae got to ride in a helicopter.

So many things to be grateful for tonight. Family being the most important.