New Best Friends

The Davis family welcomed a new member to our family... Hailey Renee!!! We have thought many times about getting a puppy for Alexander, but never really made the final decision to get one. With everything we have going on with Alexander, we just weren't sure about taking on a new puppy. Then, a couple of weeks ago we had the opportunity to rescue a puppy. I saw a picture of this puppy, and fell in love... I knew we had to have her! I think we were both a little nervous about bringing a puppy into the house, knowing in our minds that Alexander wouldn't be able to defend himself if needed. Well, this puppy definitely has a new brother.... Alexander loves her!! I actually think it was the best thing for him. When he is laying in bed, he fights against his own weakness to reach and pet Hailey! She is so good with Alexander, and he is so good with her. They even play ball together... We were driving home the other day, and Alexander repeatedly said "BALL, DOG, BALL, DOG!" I think they are going to be the best of friends!!!

Ted William Davis

For those of you who don't know, Sean's father lost his long, fought battle with Vascular Disease on Saturday, January 9th, 2010. He was an incredible man, with a heart of gold. He was loved by so many and will be missed tremendously.

Ted William Davis, 59, Arcadia, passed away at 9:40 a.m. on Saturday, January 9, 2010 at IU Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on November 6, 1950 in Elwood to Ray & Rena Davis. On August 11, 1973 he married Julie Ann Scherer.

He received his BS from Indiana State University and his MAE from Ball State University. He was employed as a Speech Pathologist at Hamilton Southeastern School Corporation for 35 years. He also was employed as the Building Commissioner of Arcadia. He was a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church in Tipton.

In addition to his wife Julie, he is survived by his daughter Cheryl Ann Davis, Indianapolis; son Sean William Davis and wife Anastasia, Tipton: one grandson, Alexander William Davis; two sisters, Lisa Mahan, Fishers and Chris Isaacson and husband John, Glen Ellyn, Illinois; one brother, Mark Davis and wife Suzi, Brownsville, Texas; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother-in-law, Mark Mahan.

Friends may call from Noon until 3:00 p.m. Saturday, January 16 at the Emanuel Lutheran Church, 1385 S. Main Street, Tipton. A memorial service will follow at 3:30 p.m. with Rev. Robb Roloff and Rev. Kurt Gremel presiding. Private family burial will take place in Zimmer Cemetery, Noblesville.

Memorial contributions may be made to Families of SMA, 925 Busse Road, Elk Grove Village, Illinois, 60007, in support of his grandson. Envelopes will be available at the church. Young-Nichols Funeral Home, Tipton, is in charge of the arrangements.

Please Keep Sean's Dad in Your Prayers!

Alexander with his Papaw the day he was born!

Alexander with his Papaw this summer!

Alexander's Big Day

As many people know, we had been waiting and waiting for Alexander's wheelchair to come in. As parents, it was heartbreaking to see Alexander had no independence in his life. We knew once his wheelchair was here, he might feel a little more independent. We finally got the call the week of Christmas, and the pick up day was set. We were to be at Riley at 9 am on Wednesday December 30 to get it. We had to get up extra early that morning to make sure we got down there on time! When we walked in the room with his wheelchair, Alexander's face just lit up. He knew exactly what the wheelchair was and couldn't wait to get in it! After all the fitting and parent instructions were done, we put him in it and drove him out into the big hallway! He immediately put his hand on the joystick and went. After us making a few program changes and he had a little more practice in the hallway, it was time to go. It was so strange because neither one of us had to pick him up and carry him out.... he drove himself right out of Riley! It was a great moment as a parent to see our child as happy as Alexander was! He drove down the hallways like a little pro! Much more practice is needed, but he is happy and we are happy! For the first time in his life... he has a little independence!!!