Here in the rehab clinic, there is no rest for the weary. Each day brings multiple therapy sessions; Physical, Occupational, Recreational, etc. Each therapist approaches healing from their perspective and each brings specialized knowledge and help. Christian has shown already that he's here to work hard and get better. And let me tell you, it's hard work. In a 30 minute physical therapy session, Christian puts out all he's got. Then he rests up until the next thing on the schedule.
The hard work is paying off. He is able to give more help now when transferring from bed to wheel chair and when sitting up. He stood with the help of the tilt-table today for more than 15 minutes and with almost no light headedness. Not only that, he's straighter and stronger each day as his core muscles strengthen. Earlier he could only stand for a few minutes and not as much upright. Each day they take him a little farther. We recognize and savor the improvements. Today he tried a push against the wall in front of him to move his wheel chair. Back he went. As of now backward is easier than forward. The therapist worked on this a little with him and suggested maybe we can get him a rear view mirror and a blinking light. :-)
Yesterday he enjoyed a visit from Terry Buckner and Sandy Reed, from his office, The Buckner Company. They consulted on work items that need attention. Christian feels fortunate to belong to a great company and to have wonderful co-workers and clients who are taking up the slack while he recovers. I know he's anxious to be back in the saddle soon. We're all rooting for him on this.
In the meantime, a salute to Christian and his great spirit and attitude. He's setting an example for all of us to follow. We thank you, again, for your prayers, your kind and positive thoughts, many wonderful expressions of concern and love... We recognize a special help in our lives at this time. The Savior's divine love has touched us.
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