Hello everyone,
Sorry I had not updated Ashley's blog page. I had been feeling a mixture of feelings and emotionally tired. It seems with each day that goes by things for us at home seem to be settling in little by little. Trying to get into somewhat of a routine for all of us has been challenging.
Ashley has been doing very well health wise. Praise the Lord! No medical concerns! No word yet on the home provider. We are now waiting for a case representative to come do a home visit and meet Ashley to determine the amount of hours she will need a home provider. We pray to hear from them soon.
Well, David was able to fix everything around the house that needed fixing. He is such a great handy man. Has always been good with his hands and is determined to fix anything around the house. The front door got painted and it looks beautiful. David and Adrian did an Awesome job! Anyone need their doors painted? Ashley gave them a thumbs up! He also got the treadmill fixed and ready for Ashley's indoor walking. The yard has not been treated yet but possibly soon.
We were able to get Ashley an exercising bike for half the price and we got her an in door basketball hoop set, floor exercising mat, exercising ball, soccer ball, ankle and wrist weights and an outside three wheel Swchin bike. These are all items that she was using in San Antonio. Even though she uses or will be using all these items at Milestones, David wanted to continue the workouts at home. We now need to get her educational flash cards, basic memory games and hand exercising objects. Ashley loves hugs and kisses and is very ticklish. I like to tickle her because I can really get her to laugh. David says she has been doing very well at Milestones and that everyone is very nice, helpful and show a lot of care and motivation towards Ashley. There is NO reason why Ashley shouldn't make a full recovery. She has what the "enemy doesn't have". She is young, beautiful, strong, loved by many faithful family members, loved by many friends, loved by many many wonderful people in Edinburg, the Valley, San Antonio, Mexico etc..
As a cheerleader she cheered on her team and entertained large groups of fans and now you the fans cheer her on with your prayers. She worked hard to win in competitions and helped her team succeed whether it was in Pony softball, band, cross country, basketball, tennis, cheer leading or track and she gave it her all and left it on the field!! She will recover 110% and will be an instrument of God. Her beautiful road to a miraculous recovery is all on the Lord's time. We all have to stand strong in our faith. We may not understand why things happen to "good people" but remember with "God in our hearts" nothing is impossible. Bad spirits may be around us but "they are nothing" when they come upon God's people. We are always loved and protected by our King.
Ashley has enjoyed visits on different days from her good friends and family members. Thank you all for the gifts, calling first and being patient to visit and keeping Ashley company. As Ashley is progressing she will appreciate your kind words, jokes and just showing your love and support during her time of healing. On Sundays we have been going to mass at the San Juan Shrine. She enjoys sitting between me and David as she listens to the readings and beautiful music. After going up to receive communion we sit and bow our heads and pray and give thanks to our Lord for all the many blessings we have everyday. This past Sunday after mass we got home and everyone changed into their Dallas Cowboys jerseys even Ashley! We all enjoyed watching the game with Ashley's Godparent's and Godsister Israel, Diana and Kasie Mata. As Ashley sat relaxed up against Kasie, Diana started a game of "simon says" and Ashley was able to follow the commands. We had fun and laughed a lot even though the Cowboys didn't win! Well maybe next game.
On Monday night I was reunited with a warm welcome by my Sisters in Christ at our Monday night Faith Sharing Meeting. It felt very good to see you all again. Thank you for your strong prayers and faith. You all encourage me to keep moving forward so I decided to do this update.
Thank you all for your continued prayers May God Bless each one of you. Do good by your neighbor and receive many blessings.
Lourdes Olivarez,
God Bless and Have
a Great Day!
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