Checkup and Chad Lewis

Monday was quite an eventful day for us. We had one of Kendell's routine checkups at Primary Children's then we were able to go sit at a hole at the Chad Lewis Golf Classic (which benefits CF) as an ambassador to raise awareness. We missed some of the golfers because of the appointment, but we were able to talk with and see a lot of them.
Kendell's appointment went pretty good. The only concern was her weight. She had pretty much gained nothing from her last appointment 3 months ago. They really monitor these kids' weight and height because studies have shown their lung function is better when their BMI is higher on the charts rather than low where Kendell is and always has been. This is something that Kendell has battled with her whole life. We've been threatened over and over that they'll put a feeding tube in if she doesn't gain weight. (maybe threatened isn't the right word, but sometimes that's what it feels like). Miraculously she'll always have a massive weight gain for the next appointment, then the pattern seems to repeat itself over and over each time we go. I'm not sure this battle will ever end for her. I could just let them put a feeding tube in, but at this point I feel like even though she's small, she's IS healthy. If she was sick all the time, lethargic, etc. I would most definitely consider it, but that's not the case with her. The doctors know that also, so that's why it's never gone further than just "threats." She also had to get her yearly chest x-ray, so hopefully the results of that will be good.
Back to the golf tournament. I've been really proud of Kendell's willingness to help raise awareness at these fundraising events each time she's been asked. She has really impressed me. She is knowledgeable and does a great job talking to people and even a few times to the camera. I'm sure proud of her! Chad Lewis has sponsored this golf tournament for years, and sometimes there are some local celebs that come golf in it. We didn't see too many this year, (or at least any that I recognized) but did see Kyle Whittingham, Reno Mahe and heard Lavell Edwards was there but didn't see him. Kendell was interviewed by Rockwell watches while we were there (they are a big sponsor), so that was kind of neat. Best part of the day was that we got to have one of the legendary J-Dawgs!
Kendell and Chad Lewis (this is a picture of a picture, so not the best quality)