Diagnosis

As many of you know, Tami has not been her normal self for about a year now. She has had balance issues and stiffness and trouble walking and moving. After a few different doctors, we have finally been given a diagnosis. She has early onset Parkinson's Disease. She has all of the affects of Parkinson's including the tremors and muscle stiffness. There is comfort in at least knowing what we are dealing with. Now we can take action.

As of right now, there is no cure for Parkinson's, however the symtoms can be treated. She has started taking medication and is already seeing positive effects. Movement is getting easier and the tremors are minimal. It will take some time to get the proper dosage worked out for her, but we are hopeful. She is a strong women who is determined not to let this change our quality of life. It will be a lifestyle change for the family but not one that we, with the help of the Lord, will not be able to handle.

We ask that you please keep her in your thoughts and prayers. We will keep you posted on any changes.

That being said, what else do you do when you have a life altering event happen? We're going to DISNEYLAND!! We are going this Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. We are going to celebrate Mason's 1st birthday. Katie, Jesse, Julie, and Ardith are also going to celebrate. Taryn, Ben and the kids will be there too. Lauren and Justin will not be able to join us, we will miss them. So look for tons of pictures and post from all of us next week.