Greetings from the Heines

February 27, 2019

Well, to say we haven't updated in a long time is an understatement.  I was going to say it's been "awhile" or "a while", but couldn't figure out which to use. LOL...

We'd like to begin by saying Happy Belated Halloween, Happy Thanksgiving, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy New Year, Happy Valentine's Day, and Happy Groundhog's Day.

We are getting into a good routine and things have been uneventful, which in our minds, is positive. Brian is doing well.  He's medically stable, but still inappropriate.  Again, we view this as a positive thing, as Brian still has his wit and wicked sense of humor.  Brian receives physical and occupational therapy to stimulate his muscles and strengthen his neck.  We hope to ditch the head pads as soon as he can control his head independently.

Brian has working hard on his first annual golf tournament coming September 26, 2019 at The Legends Country Club in Eureka, MO.  More information about this exciting event will be posted soon.  I'm keeping Brian busy with a long "honey do" list each day.  

I returned to work at the beginning of January.  It was a bit nerve-racking at first for both of us. We'd been together around the clock since this injury happened.  I can definitely say I missed him traveling. :)  I love being back at work. It's great to see my colleagues, and the kiddos energize me.  I'm lucky to have a job I love!

Kenzie is doing very well.  Her high school is hosting the state convention for Student Council, which is a huge honor. She is the co-president for this major event and has been working her heine off to make it a success.  Fingers crossed the weather cooperates next weekend so that kids from across the state can travel safely to St. Louis. Kenzie is also now a working woman. She is beginning to understand the value of a dollar and learn that money doesn't grow on trees. Kenzie selected her senior courses for next year and I'm in shock that she won't be with us much longer.  

Maddie is doing great!  She just finished her cheerleading season at school. She was voted Miss Congeniality by her cheer coach who described Maddie as having sass and class. Ha! That's pretty spot on. Maddie joined Student Council at her school. She was named Guidance Student of the Month for December.  We just finished completing her high school course selection for her freshmen. I cannot believe it.  Maddie wants to be a Physical Therapist and work at Craig. 

Elsie is still the furry baby princess of the house.  As much as I'd like to say I am her master, she really owns me.  So much for all the training books I read before we adopted her.  

We are so thankful for the support we continue to receive from everyone.  Our family has been amazing helping out with Brian while I'm at work, helping me with his cares, and keeping Brian company.  

P.S. Apparently photography hasn't been at the top of my list as I have no photos of the family except this one at Halloween.  Maddie was Eleven from Stranger Things.