Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Rachel's Free Day
As Rachel called it yesterday, today was her "free day". She had the usual check ups by the nursing staff, and 2 new visitors that really showed us how great she is progressing. A Physical Therapist and an Occupational Therapist came in to get her moving a bit. She sat up on the edge of her bed today dangling her legs for the first time, there were some minor tests for flexion and extension of her limbs, and things she can do while laying in bed. She was a riot the whole time, keeping those docs on their toes, oh, and of course doing the best she could. What a great day leading up to another big one tomorrow with the surgery on her right foot. Without any set backs thus far, Rachel is truly on the road to a full and healthy recovery. In addition to her positive attitude and taking things in stride, our thoughts, prayers and strong belief in her full recovery continue to help daily.
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Yeah! That is so uplifting to hear. I mean, she sat on the edge of the bed for the first time. It is funny what we take for granted. The simple things, so we seem to think, can sometimes be so huge!
ReplyDeleteIt will soon be "all systems go" for Rachel to begin "running the bases". First base...standing up. Second base....walking. etc etc.
ReplyDeleteIt's hard to believe it's been only 3 weeks. Prayer works.
So glad to hear how well Rachel is doing. Thanks again so much for keeping all of us informed. Hope the rest of the family is doing well too. My thoughts and prayers go out daily to all of you.
ReplyDeleteKeep up the good work Rachel. We think about you daily and very happy to hear that you are on the road to recovery. Hope yours parents and brother are doing good. Thanks for the updates on Rachel, it makes me smile to hear how well she is doing.
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