Hope everyone had a wonderful and safe 4th of July!!
Went in to visit Alvin this morning and he was in a fabulous mood! His legs were doing the two step in bed, because Al was moving them all over, just because he can. Oh, and because the PT/OT had not been in yet to suck the life out of him as he says. LOL They do really work him to get him moving. Al also enjoyed petting Mattie today. Mattie just wanted to get under Al's blankets and cuddle, however stepping on his legs and belly would probably be a part of that, so she hangs out on my lap beside the bed where Al can reach her.
Al's lips are healing so well and his mouth is doing pretty darn good too. The morning nurse really takes care of Al's oral hygiene, and he appreciates it alot! He refuses to use the "swish & spit" type medicine to rid his mouth of any cooties. I really don't blame him, that stuff is so nasty, and with his neck brace, it is just that much more nasty because he isn't able to spit it all out. It also gives him heartburn. He is also using the toothbrush we brought him, so with all the extra attention to his oral care, I think he will be just fine.
Yesterday, the PT got Alvin standing on his feet!! I was not there, but he told me all about it. His first words were...."My butt definitely liked standing, but I am not too sure my legs did." Al is gaining strength so fast now. Today he sat in his wheelchair and even on the commode, sshhhh that's just between us. (FYI he used the commode too) This in itself is a Hugemongous step. Not only in his recovery, but in his own mind. Being stuck in a bed immobile is really taxing on his self esteem. Again, this is just my opinion. I think he is doing great. He may not be able to see the progress, but I sure can. Definitely moving in the right direction, finally.
Thank you Alice for the sweet comment in your card to Alvin. We all thank you so much for all the kind words. Rik has tried to contact Alice, however she keeps getting a recording the phone is out of order, so Marlene or Sharon, if you could please get her number to Rik it would be greatly appreciated.
Hank and I are heading to The Dalles for a meeting on Friday and staying the night, then traveling back at a slow pace on Saturday. Hank is going to play tour guide and show me the Bonneville Dam, the fish counters and many more places....I am so excited!! I did tell Alvin that I would miss him a bunch but we should be back Saturday evening, and if not too late, we will stop by.
Again, hope all of you had a great Holiday.
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