MikeyD is waiting
for final approvals to start the Cognitive rehabilitation program
which includes PT, OT, speech therapy and neuro rehab. With MikeyD's Birthday
fast approaching the Eli Manning ball will be real hard to beat. Mikeyd loves
that gift it is really special to him. I mentioned that we were thinking of
getting a dog for him. Like Price said are we really ready for that yet ? I did
not think so. But Like Lori Murray said a rescue dog would be great. Well Julia
has been looking nonstop for a dog for MikeyD's birthday and she found a rescue
puppy not a dog. We filled out the application and have an appointment to meet
the puppy tomorrow night at the shelter. A lot of people wanted this puppy. The
picture above with MikeyD and the two dogs was taken just a few days before
that tragic night when he went down, The two dogs belong to Moya's brother Mike
and Sheila in Ireland. They are Cavalier King
Charles dogs and MikeyD loved them he said this is what he really wanted to get
before he got sick. Julia found a Cavalier King Charles rescue puppy see the picture of it above, I know it will be
real tough with a new puppy but I was thinking MikeyD has to learn everything
from scratch again just like the puppy has to learn everything. Moya went out and bought some pre -school books for us to work
with MikeyD on. Last night while I was working with him I
asked him to trace out the letters of the alphabet in the book he looked at me
and asked dad how do you hold a pencil ? I had to put the pencil in his hand
and help him move his arm and hand to trace the letters. Maybe he and the puppy
can help each other learn everything from scratch together. We hope and pray
that these things will come back to MikeyD real soon. When they did one of the
evaluations on him for the school they asked what are your goals he answered to
be able to take care of myself again one day, to be like my friends again
and be able to play with them like I use to, and to return to Bayshore school
again pretty deep. Please let us know what you think of the birthday present or
if you have a better idea.
Keep the faith We Believe in
Miracles !!!
Please keep praying and posting.
Stay tuned to see what MikeyD
will get for his Birthday.
If you can please wish Mighty
MikeyD a Happy Birthday right here over the weekend and we can read them to him
on Tuesday January 15th the day of his Birthday.
Mike, I think you're getting a DOG(puppy)!!! How could you say 'No'?? I couldn't. Yes, they are work, but they are also a wonderful way for the love in your hearts to grow and feel renewed.
ReplyDeleteI saw a sign in Dec. (on the New Monmouth school marquee - they have some great messages on that marquee) It said: "Your presence is more important than your presents" So I hope you know that you and Moya and the girls have already given MikeyD the greatest gift of all ... your time and love.
We will keep praying!! Everyday I pray that MikeyD will learn something new, even if it's a seemingly small thing, it's progress and it is to be celebrated! Keep up the great work Mighty Mike!!
With love and prayers and positive energy,
Barbara, Bob, Robert and Allie Cassin
Big Mike, Moya,
ReplyDeleteWow a puppy! I read somewhere where a guy saw a bumper sticker that read "Dear God, let me be as great as my dog thinks I am."
Happy Birthday Mighty Mike. I must say you have grown quite a bit. Your photos show you look taller than the original posted. We pray that God continue to bless your family and your recovery. In Jesus' most holy and precious name!!
Jim, Cindy, Evelyn and CJ
A puppy.....the love of an animal just lifts ones spirits!There is nothing like the adoring eyes of a pet. I'm sure Mikey and his puppy will be the best of friends ....now he needs a name! Happy Birthday Mikey ....we all look to the day that you can return to Bayshore!
ReplyDeleteLove, Mrs. Force
by Pauline Hynes
ReplyDeleteI was conflicted by the dog as well because it's a lot of work and it has to be for life. It would devastate both the dog and MikeyD if it didn't work out and you decided to give the dog to someone else. But when I read the story above it kind of sounds like perhaps it was meant to be. Certainly there is a lot of evidence that animals stimulate the brain and really help alzheimers patients. There has to be some correlation there.
It sounds like a fantastic present to me but it is for LIFE! Hopefully in a few weeks you'll have a 4 year old helper down the road who also is desperate for a dog but has a cat who is very resistant to the idea. :-)
I think all the connections are there in Mikey's brain. Now it's just a matter of joining the dots and I think that once it starts happening it will move really well... just like the first part of his recovery has done. There is no doubt Mikey is coming back bigger and stronger than before.
We will keep hoping and praying for continued good news on this road. Love Mike, Pauline, Michael and Ethan xoxo
by steve Kelly
ReplyDeleteWe think Michael will be thrlled with that puppy....who cuter than him?. He will enjoy his birthday for sure.. the kellys
by kim kehoe
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Mikey D
Have a wonderful day you deserve it.
We love you.
Aunt Kim and Uncle Tim and Guinness
by Chris Dominguez
ReplyDeleteThink it is a great idea with only the best intentions. Cute puppy too. All the best, the Dominguez Family.
We did see you at church, Mike. It was too crowded for me to get over to say hello but it was nice to see you guys out and about. Made our visit on Christmas Eve that much more special. Me, Nicole & Eva said our prayers that night for MikeyD's recovery and continue to.
by Sile Sweeney
ReplyDeleteGreat to hear from u all.......a puppy is the perfect present for Mikey D, this is exactly what ur darling Mikey D needs to keep him high spirited........he will love it, believe me from having our dogs they really are the best source of play and learning for any child...... MikeyD needs this and it is exactly the right time as u said they will learn new things together....we are so excited already...and u know u will have to call him Kerry...lol.........
God bless we are all still praying for him he is on my desk right here at work and we are all praying for him always love to Moya and the girls and huge hugs for our brave boy........
by Jonathan and Bella Abadir
ReplyDeleteThe best way I've taught my kids the alphabet and numbers phonics Etc was visually using all leapfrog products. The videos are phenomenal ! Natalie knows her alphabet and her numbers and she isn't 3 yet.
Also they have a magnet game that all my kids grew to love and learn. U take a magnet letter piece and have to place it in magnetic reader once it is pushed it repeats the letters and their sounds. Music taught kids a lot.
With regards to a gift I agree ( dont Tell my kids because I'm not ready for a dog) but the dog is something he will have to grow with and learn from what I've been told a therapy dog works miracles . The bet person I know who knows about dogs are the chris Hills . When we get one ill be asking them for sure.
The leap pad is great because he will have to use the stylus to trace the letters and numbers and eventually will read with leapfrog characters.
Ill be happy to send u which I believe are most useful.
GOD BLESS!
Happy birthday little man!! We r so blessed to have u all in our lives!!
by Sheila Berger
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday, Mikey! I hope you get really cool presents and have a delicious birthday cake complete with your favorite ice cream! Sheila
by Tracey Cavanagh
ReplyDeleteThe Cavanagh family is wishing MikeyD a very Happy Birthday! You all are in our prays daily. The puppy is precious.
Hi Michael-
ReplyDeleteWishing you a happy birthday. What a great picture.
Wishing you all the best always.
Mr. Botti
Hi Michael,
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to you! What a cute puppy! I hope you have a great birthday. You are such an amazing boy.
Love,
Mrs. Roditis
Dear Mickey
ReplyDeleteWe wish you a very Happy Birthday ,hope all your wishes going through.
Try to see u soon.
LOVE
Alborz & family
Does Mikey have an ipad? There are some great apps to help MikeyD relearn the things he has lost. Keep up the amazing work!! And Happy Birthday :-)
ReplyDeleteby Marybeth Walz
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute puppy... i think it would be a great addition to the Doherty family. I hope Mikey has a Happy Happy Birthday! Prayers always
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MIKEY D! So glad that you're home. It has been such a blessing in my life to be able to read about you and your journey. You inspire me each day and I thank you for that. You are a true gift from God and I know that He has a special plan for your life, and that He can use all situations for His glory. Lean on Him for your help and your stength because He cares for you.
ReplyDeleteYour birthday gift is adorable; I guess you're not the cute one anymore :o) Enjoy your new puppy dog!
Have a great day!
I leave you with this scripture:
"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you." Phillipians 4:8-9
HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!
Love, Megan, Steve, Mac, Jac, Doc and Roc Colantino
HAPPY 13th BIRTHDAY MICHAEL!!!!!!!! I knew you would get the puppy....enjoy!!
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday to you!
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday to you!
Happy birthday dear sweet angel Mikey!
Happy birthday to you!
Mikey we hope you are having the greatest birthday with all your family and friends near you. You are an inspiration to many and We are blessed to know you!
Love you!! Regina, Neil, Graham Kieran and Anna
Happy Birthday MikeyD!!! I think it will be a great idea to relearn everything with a new puppy..My Birthday Prayer for you MikeyD is for you to be able to play with your friends again real soon..There is plenty of time for learning all you need to relearn and I pray that it comes back to you fast and furious..I pray that it will amaze the doctors how fast you are back taking care of yourself again and being out there running around with your friends! Please Lord give Mikey all he needs to get where he wants to go..Please Lord be with all of the caregivers who are helping him and guide them in all they do..Lord We Praise You for ALL YOu have done here..Healing Mikey..We Thank YOu Lord..Mikey have a great day..Oh the Places You will GO..Dr Suess said it..and I tried to put the words of the book here for you but it wouldnt all fit..only 4096 letters allowed here.. so I am giving you some of the book here..
ReplyDeleteWith banner flip-flapping,
once more you'll ride high!
Ready for anything under the sky.
Ready because you're that kind of a guy!
Oh, the places you'll go! There is fun to be done!
There are points to be scored. there are games to be won.
And the magical things you can do with that ball
will make you the winning-est winner of all.
Fame! You'll be famous as famous can be,
with the whole wide world watching you win on TV.
On and on you will hike
and I know you'll hike far
and face up to your problems
whatever they are.
You'll get mixed up, of course,
as you already know.
You'll get mixed up
with many strange birds as you go.
So be sure when you step.
Step with care and great tact
and remember that Life's
a Great Balancing Act.
Just never forget to be dexterous and deft.
And never mix up your right foot with your left.
And will you succeed?
Yes! You will, indeed!
(98 and 3 / 4 percent guaranteed.)
KID, YOU'LL MOVE MOUNTAINS!
So...
be your name Buxbaum or Bixby or Bray
or Mordecai Ali Van Allen O'Shea,
you're off to Great Places!
Today is your day!
Your mountain is waiting.
So...get on your way!
I Love You Mikey D Thank you for letting me be part of the Mighty Mikey D Miracle and Your Birthday Celebration!! Whatever gift you get none will be greater that the gift of YOU..the gift of LIFE..and LOVE..Happy Birthday to a boy who has changed the hearts of so many here in Middletown..and many other hearts all over the world! We witnessed a Miracle and we witnessed the Power of Prayer..We came together and we prayed together..we cried together..we REJOICED together..Thank You MikeyD..Thank you Doherty Family..You have shown us that LOVE is ALL you NEED