For the first time since his surgery, Rick was able to sit on the edge of the mat with no support. He was able to keep his balance for 2 minutes while reaching out to touch Ashley's hand at various places around him. He also worked on leg lifts and bridges. After about 10 reps he can't do anymore. OT retaped his left shoulder and in speech he worked on making the "p", "b", and "m" sounds. For some reason it's really hard for him to close his mouth...it's even hard for him to take a bite of something if it requires biting down with his front teeth. It's gotten a little better since he got the pump. Another thing I've noticed is that his eyes are closing all the way when he sleeps now...not the whole time he's asleep, but at least part of the time. This afternoon he did standing frame and played Bingo at the same time. He did really good and was able to make several plays on his bingo card all by himself! He still had to have a nap after therapy, but I can tell his endurance is coming back.
People just keep reaching out to help us and I'm always overwhelmed by it. Please know we are so appreciative. God is in control and we have to trust him, but it makes it so much easier with all of you encouragers out there reminding me of that.
Love,
Crystal
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Crystal,
ReplyDeleteGlad ya'll had a better day today. All those small steps are adding up to a cross-country run. (We have discovered that cross-country is really big in Guthrie!)
Thanks for adding me as a facebook friend.
Love,
Ann & Cliff
You go Rick!!
ReplyDeletePraying constantly that you will have your family back where they belong very soon.
shelah
Crystal,
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear ol' Rick is doing a little better, I know you probably get tired of hearing some things but a little better is really a lot better in this case. He is going to be back at 100% one of these days. Time and Jesus and God's timeing will all be on the same plane soon, praise the name of Jesus for evermore! Shane got to bring Kim and Kasey home this afternoon. Kasey was a little put out, you know, had the baby boy procedure,,,,, that would make the Pope mad. God Bless us all, thank you Jesus for those blessings everyday, Thanks again to all who prayed and had the kind remarks. God Bless America, later, Rick
Crystal,
ReplyDeleteIt's so great to hear about Rick's continuing progress. Please know how inspiring you both are to the many, many people that read this daily blog each and every day.
Please know that we all are still praying for you and your family. Thank you for taking the time to make daily reports so that we may keep up with your journey.
May God bless you with his strength and wisdom,
Mancel
M.L.Bolton