Dillon Terry, North Texas #624

[track_momma]

We definitely will hang out at the RDF booth and share our experience with others and help educate people about brain injuries. I will be flagging on Saturday for the races, so we can be there Fri nite, Sunday and Monday throughout the day. I can't express enough gratitude to RDF for everything you have done for Dillon and our family.
Dillon is continuing with about an hour a day with school. We are really trying to figure out how to have him process what he is thinking to paper. This is something that is really hard for him and hopefully will come in time. So, we compromise and do alot of discussion instead. I think this homeschool program will be a great success for Dillon to obtain his education, and only through RiderDown has it become a possibility! Thank you!!

[238dad]

We are sending our prayers and best wishes for you and your family.

[joshmorros351]

Since my accident I have to read things two to three times and my brain gets tired fasster. It has gotten alot better and continues to get better. Now, when it comes to visual learnm I am all over it and kind of a genius if I say so myself. Saw my buddy Dillion's supercross video he looks amazing! I love that you guys are not willing to ever settle and he has all your support. One day it will click and watch out....Here comes Dillion. BELIEVE!

God Bless,

[track_momma]

We had such a great time at Freestone. Dillon saw alot of people and had a good time with all his friends and new friends. Thanks to those of you who had to reintroduce themselves to him. I know that is hard. Dillon had to take a couple of rests throughout the weekend, but I think did real well. He stayed in his room all day yesterday, pretty tired. Hopefully today he will come out!

[track_momma]

Originally Posted by joshmorros351

Since my accident I have to read things two to three times and my brain gets tired fasster. It has gotten alot better and continues to get better. Now, when it comes to visual learnm I am all over it and kind of a genius if I say so myself. Saw my buddy Dillion's supercross video he looks amazing! I love that you guys are not willing to ever settle and he has all your support. One day it will click and watch out....Here comes Dillion. BELIEVE!

God Bless,

Thanks Josh!! It really helps that you let me know what is going on and I see that Dillon is following a pattern of similarities. Yea, the video is awesome!!
Thanks,
Diana

[track_momma]

Well, it has been rough since the last post (with much regret). Dillon's blood pressure dropped drastically and stayed dangerously low for 4 days. His heart worked really hard to keep it up with resting rates between 108-115. All of a sudden, yesterday his blood pressure spiked very high and he took his meds and it has seemed to bring it back to normal. Going back to the doc tomorrow am for another check and see what they want to do. He is in good spirits though and says he is feeling better.

[track_momma]

The doctor visit was very informative and helpful. We are going to adjust his blood pressure medication and continue to monitor him. Dillon is very apt to get dehydrated quicker than normal and the heat affects his ability to maintain focus. He also is showing a hum in his heart, that does go away when he lays down, but that could have been playing a part in his blood pressure. The doc said to really back off activities during the heat of the day, especially if Dillon has to focus on what is going on. His brain is trying to keep up the processing of information but when he is hot and dehydrated (any at all), the brain can't perform all its functions. He is showing signs of stabilizing out though which is a blessing!!

[track_momma]

Dillon is doing ok. He is starting to remember some of his memories and this has him very confused and scared. We are all so excited about this, but he really isn't. We are trying to get him approved for more therapy/counseling to deal with all of this and help him process everything that is flying through his brain. Please don't ask him questions about what he is remembering though. This really throws him and he gets upset. If he wants to tell you, he will share what he is able to remember. This is all very hard for him, but he is doing the best he can with it.

[Tatonka]

What a rough road he's been on - I hope it smooths out soon!

[688MOM]

Track Momma, unfortunately as a mom of an injured rider we hold many roles and the most important is to be the “pit-bull with lipstick”, you will not be the most liked or the one with the greatest humor to some; your main goal is to get your son better with or without the so called “friends”. You will also find who is a true friend and those that are just as bad as “ambulance chasers” wanting a look at someone else’s trauma and gory details.

I was considered the biggest you know what at the hospital; didn’t break my heart, I was there to get my daughter better, no matter what it took. I got mean when I needed and loved harder when I could. My heart goes to you; I assume you have been told every injury is different (true), but the families seem to go through the same mental and financial torture. The ups and downs of good news to the bad news; then back in forth. Reading your posts I see your strength and determination in your words and that makes me smile as I know Dillon is in the best arms around.

Keep strong Momma and know there are so many sending prayers and wishes your way. Give Dillon a big hello and hug from Amanda and myself.