Hello!
Here are some great pics from the last few days, we have been busy with holiday stuff and visiting with my dad.
The first one is from yesterday when I took my dad OUTSIDE FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 2 MONTHS!!!! I wheeled him in a wheelchair for a half hour out in the courtyard to get some sun and breathe some fresh air; I think he really enjoyed it. There is a bitter sweetness to all of these firsts since my dad is doing something he hasn't done since the accident and he realizes how his life has changed and how weak he is. I know he misses his old life and independence, but I am confident it will be back after a lot of hard work. I visited with my dad yesterday on my own since my mom was sick so we got to really hang out. he sat in the chair for most of the visit and was awake the whole time which is a first since he started rehab. He is still trying to get his days and nights back to normal. It is really common for patients who go through ICU to get them mixed up since they never stop over there and it takes a while to get back on schedule, but the therapy in rehab during the day is starting to get him on track.
I am here until the 1st so I have a few more days with my dad and then back to reality. I can't wait to come back soon and see the difference that will happen now that he is getting stronger and stronger!
-Carrie