March 27, 2017

Hello Family and Friends!

It has been a while since we provided an update on Wes and his family, who continue to do well in their improvised life. When their life was re-routed almost 7 years ago the Lord was faithful and has sustained their family through His love and through very supportive family and friends. Wes, Jocelyn, and Ty, now 6 3/4 have also been blessed with another baby boy, Case, who will be turning 2 in August!  They are no longer living in Alaska but are in Jocelyn's home town, Baker City, Oregon. where Jocelyn and Wes's parents live as well.

Their life is still complex and Wes continues to have many needs on a day-to-day basis. Thankfully the Lord has blessed them with a dedicated caregiver who makes life so much smoother for them! Wes continues to stay very busy working full time + some, thanks to the use of his adaptive computer and mouth stick. He is able to provide for for his family which allows Jocelyn to stay home with the boys! Another blessing!

Wes is still getting out into the great outdoors as much as possible and has been able to caribou hunt at the Maclaren River Lodge for the last three years. He has also been out elk hunting here in Oregon with his adaptive sip and puff rifle! It is all of the above that allow life to seem somewhat normal for the Price family. Their desire is to be out in this world as a light for Jesus and to show people that this world is nothing compared to eternity.  Wes has always said "It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me." Gal 2:20. Wes continues to be an inspiration to so many with his amazing attitude and loving personality.

Along with these updates, we are also writing to inform you of a new fundraising campaign starting April 1. Wes has been returning to Craig hospital for rehabilitation every two years and it is time to upgrade his wheelchair. Can you imagine what has changed in the last 7 years in terms of wheelchair technology? It is absolutely amazing!! Wes is very excited about this new chair, which will be much more comfortable, streamlined for his particular needs and will allow him to be supported in a standing position if/when needed. It will have a better turning radius and will allow Wes to adjust the position of both his feet and back, resulting in improved circulation. It will also be front wheel drive, which will provide better suspension (and better off-roading!).

This chair is Wes's only mode of transportation!! And these new models are very expensive (literally as much as a new car!). Wes and Joce have insurance to cover most of the chair but it will not cover some of the extras mentioned above. The remainder is $10,667.  So, we are kicking off this fundraiser to raise this $10,667, with the hope of achieving our goal by July 1 (Wes will be headed back to Craig on July 1 to be fitted for his new chair).

We are so thankful for each one of you and I know Wes and Joce are forever grateful.  Lets show them some love and get Wes up to date, MUCH more comfortable, and in style!!

Please feel reach out to me directly if you have any questions. My email address is vanessa@polvi.net. Thank you for donating to this great cause!

With love,

Vanessa