Caed had his 1st T-ball practice this morning. Although it didn't go quite like we had hoped.....all I could do was thank God. Last year on this day, Caed was in PICU. He couldn't walk or eat, was hooked up to every possible tube and monitor, suffering with tremendous pain, trying to regain strength after experiencing a major trauma to his body, and was literally fighting for his life! Thank you Lord for reminding me today HOW FAR You have brought him!
Caed struggled during the majority of the practice. He said he "couldn't breathe" once they started running the bases. Apparently that scared him, which started the crying (that lasted the remainder of the practice). We had a long talk with him, and are praying that next week will be better. Caed has struggled ever since we have gotten back home with "new things." (church activities, etc....) After the initial time, he is much better and seems to "fit back into his old life" with no problems.
We are praying the same will go with t-ball. He was SO excited this morning before practice. Every 5 minutes, he would ask again "how much longer??" You would have thought we were getting ready for the World Series in this house! There was an extra measure of excitement in the air. Not only was our little boy starting something new......it was more than that. We almost lost him a year ago, therefore little things like t-ball are no longer considered just a regular "extra-curricular activity." It is a testimony to our Lord who answered earnest, pleading prayers to heal our son. HE IS FAITHFUL!!!!!
Please pray for Caed's emotional state. 98% of the time, he is great! No problems! However, once in awhile we experience days like today that just "come out of no where." It doesn't make sense to Todd and I, and we get frustrated very easily. We don't know yet the balance of when to extend mercy or tough love. Caed's situation is obviously different than what we would do for Reagan or Caleb. We're just still learning. Caed has wanted to play on a real team for so long. He is such a good little athlete, and we know he will LOVE playing this year. Even though "t-ball" seems like a strange thing to ask for prayer about, it is quite honestly what's on our hearts. It's a big deal for Caed and our family this year in particular, and we simply desire Caed to be able to have this simple experience. Please pray for him to have courage and confidence.
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Lifting up each and everyone of you to the Father as you seek him in this time. Love ya'll and still praying!
Well, I will pray for him. But not too much-He has to play against my sons team and I am sure he is a little "slugger", a "force to be reckoned with".
Bridget R.
God I am praying for continued improvement in all the little ways that Caed and family will be experiencing in the days to come. Give Peace and reassurance to all.
I continue to pray for all of your fammily. He will give you direction in how to handle these things. I believe it is to be expected there will be times like this but we can all be so thankful that Caed is able to play and will overcome his anxiety.
Stay strong and just keep the faith.
We'll sure be praying for this t-ball situation. I know how important it is for a little boy like Caed. We love you guys and think of you daily!
Libby and David
Caed,
Hey, little man, we all know you have the talent and instincts to be a really good baseball player, but you need to give yourself a break and remember that your strength will build over time. Gradually, the endurance will come; just work hard and realize when when you need to stop and rest. Listen to your body; it's okay to take your time. Just do your best; we are looking forward to seeing you sometime next week in Lubbock. Love you, guy! Cork
Lori,
What an encouragement to hear that he is healthy enough to do such a normal thing as play baseball. I know how important this is to him and to the family. Blake has been playing since he was 5 years old and I'll never forget that first T-ball practice. We know have 14 seasons behind us and just began our 15th. Here's and idea if you can squeeze it in. Take him to the park and run the bases with him between now and his next practice. Show him that he is strong and that you guys will work on it together. I really believe if you can run those bases a couple of times together that it will build his confidence before taking the field with his peers next week.
Praying about baseball has been a weekly thing in our house over the last 8 years. Its just what we do because I believe our God cares about the desires of their young hearts. He truly does. Pray away my friend and as I pray I find myself more and more thankful that your little boy is out on that field just being a kid.
Have a blessed week. Thinking of you. Trish Adams
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