big news!

     So today was Ians neurosurgery appointment. I had a feeling they would finally start talking about untethering that cord today. Well thats exactly what happened. In about 3 weeks Ian will have major surgery to untether his cord. The Dr explain the whole process but the only thing I could really hear is "He will be in ICU for 5 days and highly sedated post op" (FIVE DAYS SEDATED!?!). This doesnt suprise me though when I think about it. They cant let him just throw himself around after cutting his spine open. There is a high risk of infection and a risk of spinal fluid leaking and causing major complications so thats why he will be sedated and watched so closely. My hope is this will help him be able to feel his legs better and loosen up the lower half of his body so he can walk. This surgery is no guarantee. It may be life changing and Ian could be walking before we know it making this surgery the best thing ever, OR it may do nothing. Theres no real way of knowing. So we are preparing ourselves in any way we can now. My best friend (Amanda) is throwing a fundraiser for Ian.  It will be on Sept 8th from 11 to 2 at the Lakewood House in North Little Rock. Its 8$/plate and we will sell raffle tickets. If anyone wants more info feel free to email me chastity_16_99@yahoo.com.
    Its strange I heard pretty much exactly what I wanted to hear and I thought I was very prepared. I was so wrong. I am very shaken up. Im sure in time that will settle down. Ian started his new class yesterday. He loves it and I love it!! The teachers are so sweet and I am so glad he is in there. Brooklynn started school this week at Cato Elementary. She really enjoys it! Welp Im exhausted, but now everyone is caught up for the moment. Thanks for reading, and please keep my Ian boy in your prayers!