THANK YOU!!
April 17th, 2008
Our blog is finally up and running, so we can read the comments you all have posted. We cannot thank you enough for your kindness and support. I was really very humbled to see all of the messages we had waiting for us! Thank you, Thank you!
Brayden had PT, accupuncture in his head, and electro-therapy on his arms and legs today. He was such a trooper. I took pics of the accupunture, but will have to post them tomorrow. It was a little painful for him, but heck, when your a stud, you can get through anything! You should see these Chinese guys who do his therapy. They are like monkeys! The climb all over the bed and bend Brayden into positions he hasn’t seen since he was in the womb! We ventured out of the hospital today to a place called the RT Mart. It is like a Wal-Mart and mall all in one. They have two levels, and you can get to each level by a flat escalator thing. Let me tell you though, the bottom floor was the stinkin’est place I have ever been to- and remember, I work at a landfill! They have live turtles in bags for you to buy. They also have tanks of big fish you can dip out and take home. They don’t package any of their meat. It is cut up and laid out for the locals to dig through- and I do mean dig through! It was like us going to the store looking for a good baking potatoe. That is how they do their meat. We couldn’t get the heck out of that section fast enough! Jason and I have been living on dry Cheerio’s and whatever the kids don’t finish, so we were happy to find Skippy peanut butter and Oreo cookies at RT. Guess we will live on those next week! We have ordered pizza twice, and it was okay. They serve sweet pickles on the side w/ pizza here. Not a combination I would have ever dreamed of. We would both kill for a cheeseburger right now! A guy down the hall brought us a sample of the beer they brew here locally. It was really pretty good. Kind of a scary thought- Chinese people driving under the influence when they dang sure can’t drive sober! I am trying upload some video of how they drive and what they drive. I’m pretty sure these vehicles wouldn’t even be allowed in Southeast Kansas!!
Again, thank you all so much for posting comments! It is so great to hear from you at home. Our love to all!
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1. Momma Sue | April 17th, 2008 at 10:47 pm
Reading this blog has become the highlite of my day. Can’t wait to see photos. I will call the post office today and find out how long it takes for mail to get there and what I can send. If so I will have Jerry go to Kevin’s corner and get some jerky and beef sticks to send you.
Kiss Brayden and Brylie for us and give yourselves a big hug. We love you so much.
Praying for a save journey and a sucessful procedure for Brayden.
Love Momma Sue and Papa Jerry
2. Dawn | April 17th, 2008 at 11:44 pm
So I love reading about what is going on. However my work productivity has dramatically decreased because, (even though I know it is night there), I check this about 20 times a day and re-read old posts. I hope everything is going well. My grandma Cindy sends her love, I am telling you because I am not sure she will ever figure this thing out. We are all praying for you and think about you often. Hope to hear some successful news soon. Love the Renick Family!!!
3. Lori Johnson | April 17th, 2008 at 11:45 pm
Hey Gang! I’m glad things are going well and Brayden is being such a trooper. Sounds like Brylie is taking over and making sure they are taking care of Big Brother! What a great little sis! We are all very proud of you for taking on this incredible journey and we know all will go well. You’re in our thoughts and prayers and I look forward to the next update.
Take care! Sending Hugs and Kisses to you all!
Uncle Wade, Aunt Lori, Shayla, Kamryn and Avery
4. Nana | April 17th, 2008 at 11:50 pm
Since Walmart is my fvorite store maybe I would like the RT! Brayden and Brylie all the drivers are asking about you. There is no one in the window to wave them on. Love Nana & Papa
5. Sharon Johnson | April 18th, 2008 at 1:21 am
hey guys..if this goes this time, i will be thinking i am a hacker !!!!!So glad you are all ok, if a little hungry, and that things are going well. i’m sure its scary at times but that all will be worth it…love and hugs to all of you. ps.. i knew brayden was a trooper from the get-go !!i’m sure brylie is watching out for him too .
6. Momma Sue | April 18th, 2008 at 1:28 am
I checked with the post office. I can send a package Global express for 3-5 buisness delivery. If it something you would like me to do just say so, and it’s done.
Love to all
7. Melanie Deckard | April 18th, 2008 at 3:48 am
Hi, Lori, Jason and kids. What an exciting adventure this is for your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Everyone is so excited for Brayden. He is so brave like you said he is a stud. We read your blog every day to see how things are going.
Oh man what a culture shock China must be but it sounds like you all are getting excellent care. Take care and keep us updated. I just talked to Karrie she misses you all so much. Love Melanie
8. Brandy Russell | April 18th, 2008 at 4:13 am
Hey there! So glad to read another post! I wish I could send you a cheeseburger just kinda scared it wouldn’t be very good by the time it arrived. Tell Brayden to hang in there and continue to be a trooper. Aunt TT has always said that he was a tough little man!!! Hang in there and we will talk to you soon!! Love you all! Many prayers!!!!
9. Brandy Russell | April 18th, 2008 at 4:14 am
Hey there! So glad to read another post! I wish I could send you a cheeseburger just kinda scared it wouldn’t be very good by the time it arrived. Tell Brayden to hang in there and continue to be a trooper. Aunt TT has always said that he was a tough little man!!! Hang in there and we will talk to you soon!! Love you all! Many prayers!!!!
Love, Brandy
10. Brandy Russell | April 18th, 2008 at 4:15 am
Sorry! Dumb*** attack!!!!
11. Marta B | April 18th, 2008 at 4:22 am
I think when you get home you should think about a career in comedy, or as a writer. Gary thinks I can’t drive by a Wal-Mart, but I think I could make it right on by an RT. When you get home we are going to have the whole family out for a good steak and twice baked potato. I am so glad things are going well for Brayden. Bless his heart. This will be over before you know it and the good things that will come from your trip will be so worth it.
Thinking of all four of you – The Browns
12. kandi | April 18th, 2008 at 5:30 am
Sounds like an interesting venture. Glad everything seems to be going good for Brayden. We think about all of you everyday.
Can’t wait to see pictures.
Give my little buddy a hug for me.
You all take care.
13. Bryan and Trish Wyckoff | April 18th, 2008 at 5:35 am
Hey!
Glad to hear things are progressing positively, now that you are finally there!
We are thinking of you and the kids and saying prayers for success for Brayden….
Trish
14. the cobb family | April 18th, 2008 at 7:32 am
just a line to let you know we are thinking of you and praying for you. brayden has been put on many prayer lists. i feel that things will turn out very well for brayden. well thats all for now. love the cobbs
15. Matt-n-Tina | April 18th, 2008 at 7:40 am
Were so happy things are going well. Spoke with Mary Pat this morning said you guys had a rough start but things were getting better. Please let us know if we can send you guys anything .Give the kids a kiss from us and keep your heads up you’ll be home before you guys know it. Will talk soon. Love Matt-n-Tina.
16. ashley | April 18th, 2008 at 8:16 am
hey I hope that everything is going good we love and miss you so much also all the teachers are asking about you and wondering what they are doing to him so i tell them everyday about it trying to hold back my tears well loves alot ashley and family
17. Dorene Niederklein | April 18th, 2008 at 9:52 am
Just a note to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
I can’t even imagine what all you are going through but look forward to your updates each day.—What wonderful parents you are to Brayden and Brylie! God will give you the strength that you need on this journey!
love & prayers,
Dorene & Roy
18. Piper | April 18th, 2008 at 10:47 am
Amazing! I wish you guys all the best!!
I will keep reading all the updates!
Lori, I will keep your family in my thoughts….
19. Amy Johnson | April 19th, 2008 at 1:52 am
Hey Guys
I’m thinking of you constantly!! I love reading the blogs ~ thanks Lorie for keeping us all posted! Praying for you day & night! Be strong Brayden! Brylie keep smacking those nurses if they hurt your big brother! Jason & Lori, I pray for your strength & for you to get sleep ~ I know you are exhuasted. We love you guys!
Aunt Amy, Uncle Chris, Kaitlyn, Tyler & Seth
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