The gigantic wheelchair milestone

Yesterday was a big day for Dad. He wheeled himself from one end of the hall to the other end. Amberlie and her 2 daughters were here to cheer Dad on and encourage him to "go,go,go!!!" HE DID IT! Today is Friday, Dad is very excited with his progress. His nurse told me how well he is doing and all that he's accomplishing. His positive attitude has been KEY to his progress! Dad says that he's working really hard and is soooo appreciative to all of his nurses and physical therapists for EVERYTHING they do to help him. He's going in to surgery again on his back today (infection reasons). So, he's anxious to get that over with and we're hoping that no more infections occur in that area. With the ultrasounds on his right arm and shoulder, we're hoping that that pain will begin to subside. The P.T. have been careful but consistent on working with Dad's arms and strenghthening them...aside of all of his pain there. Dad's days are now consisting of: 1 hour + session of speech therapy; 1 hour + of "activities of daily living"; 2 hours + of physical therapy; and an hour or more of occupational therapy EVERY DAY. BUSY, busy, busy! Please come and visit Dad! He loves to see all of his wonderful family and friends. It's best to visit after 4 p.m.:) We love you all! xoxo Sonja