Monday, October 15, 2007
Keep the Movement Coming
I was driving home from swimming and was thinking what I should pray specifically about for Matt. From a nursing perspective, I know what a huge thing it would be for Matt to bend his elbow. So while I was driving, prayers for Matt to bend his elbow were heard, because tonight Mom told me that Matt could bend his right elbow by himself! An answer to pray before I even asked it! 1 Chronicles 16:8-9 "Give thanks to the Lord, call on his name; make known among the nations what he has done. Sing to him, sing praise to him; tell of all his wonderful acts." Matt was able to lift his arm off the bed, bend it at the elbow at a 90 degree angle. He could hold it only a second, but what an accomplishment! Jacki said he was just sweating and panting hard. Go Matt! (Jacki and the kids arrived today the same time as mom. Bobby gave Matt 2 very wet kisses!) The physio also was amazed at how well Matt has done in the last week. He is able to curl his right fist into a ball, however the tip of the thumb and forefinger still can't bend. His left leg movements, though slight, are just as strong as his right leg. Just his toes are not quite as strong. His left hand is only a quiver in his pinkie and thumb, but the antispasmodic meds may be inhibiting some of that movement. It will come. They were able to complete a trach trial today for 2 hours. Matt was beginning to get tired, but it was another plus! No de-sating either. And they also deflated the cuff when Matt had company so he could talk. They left it deflated for over 2 hours. The respiratory therapist feel that Matt's left lung and diaphragm are increasing in strength all the time. Will be off that vent by Christmas, right Matt? Has had some nausea, but they have changed the times they give the meds and that seems to be working. Has more of an appetite. Which reminds me,Bev, ginger snap , peanut butter, and oatmeal macaroon cookies are some thing he likes to eat. E-mail me for the recipes if you don't have. Thanks again for everyone who reads the blog and keeps Matt in their prayers. Matt has shown the benefits of prayer.
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oh yea matty keeper up bud. that elbow will be up and throwing a ball before u know it. ella
Matthew - you absolutely amaze me. I can't wait to read the blog each day to see what new things you have accomplished. I just want to jump for joy. At the rate you are going, why wouldn't you be off the trach before long? You just keep up all the good work and try harder every single day.
I must get to bed as I have Jada tomorrow and she keeps Grandma busy all day.
Have a good sleep. Love to you and your family always.
Aunty Sandy & Uncle Orest
Good Job Matt, everyday you are doing something new which is awesome. Keep it going buddy!
Ryan Kehrig
So happy for you Matty! Maybe all our prayers should be more specific! With God, your strength and your courage combined you are accomplishing amazing things! Way to go! Love and prayers for your continued success!
Awsome man,way to go,you will be running before you know it.Way to go on all your trials. Its 4am and off to work at 5.Matt hows the training of your sisters going,are you keeping them in line.I think we will be in the city Sunday to see you.Okley"s birthday saturday,so will be late coming as Braden has his first football playoff game on sat. at 1 in the afternoon.Will say bye for now,remember Matt keep them girls in line.Love ya man Bryon,Brenda & Fam.
Hi guys,
Seems like you're amazing everyone Matt! Way to go. Can't wait to see all your amazing improvements since I was last up there!
Thanks for the heads up Shelly in regards to what Matt likes. I'll see what I can get done today before I come up to Saskatoon tomorrow. So Matt - I think I'll just surprise you as to what I'll bring ya! How does that sound! I'm still not sure which evening I'll be up there. I should check and see when visiting hours end at City Hospital!
Today is a busy day at home - cleaning, making meatballs, making cookies, laundry and packing the car!
Yesterday, I finally got around to give my car a thorough cleaning - inside and out. How good it feels to have that done. Always like to do that before the snow flies, because it seems once the snow flies, it doesn't get done really until spring again!
Well, I shall run. I know it's only 5:47 a.m., but I need to make Reg a lunch so he can go out and haul some grain to the pig barn mill at PP and then try and get some more combining to done. He's still plugging away at that sweet clover.
Have a super day!
Bev
W O W !! everyday we wait to hear of an improvement or some little thing new - but this is just awesome. I know how hard you worked to squeeze that ball so can't imagine the strength and concentration it must have taken to bend that elbow and lift your arm. You are amazing. Love you Matt.. and the rest of you too! Love Aunty Brenda uncle Bob & Cassi. Keep on praying and working hard..
Awesome job Matty, I am sooo excited for you!! You are the most amazing person I know I could only wish to be have as strong as you are! Keep up the excellent work!
Lindsay
wow! impressive matt! keep it up! :D :hugs:
koral
Awesome job Matt...we're so proud of you and all your hard work! We keep praying that you'll be off that vent soon...what a great Christmas gift for your and your family!!
Gotta go!
Love you, Shauna
Hi Matt I'am sure glad you are doing great. I read the blog's everyday to see how your doing. Keep up the good work. Bev K
Way to go Matt! Keep it up! Hope you have a good day today!
Denise & Darryl
Hi Matt & Family,
I agree with all the comments before, "WOW" all these answers to prayer. I remember being told by a teacher years ago, that when you have 'faith' and you do your very best, God will do the rest. So many times as I read your blog and the comments, I wonder 'if' per chance these are being saved for some family member, or better yet Matt, one day to write a book, which likely would become a movie, and encourage millions. Our God would be so glorified, through it. He already is, I know, but it could go much further. Love you, Aunty Carol, Uncle Wince & family
Hey matt great to hear that you are having so much success, i am coming up this weekend and planning on bringing you up some terradactyl wings dont worry though i won't make them very spicy, probably pop in on saturday and bring them up for you.
carlea
Ya Matt. Way to go Man!! My day just got better after reading your blog. Now i actually feel like studying because the persaverance i've seen in you has giving and extra boost to do well in anatomy. Keep moving forward on step at a time. Love ya bud. Preston will be up there this week to visit you and i'll tell him to say hi and give you a hug for me. God Bless you bud.
Blane Langdon.
Wow!!!! Matt your accomplishments are amazing. We indeed have a great God! Keep up the great work.
Mandy Deditch
Red Deer
My goodness Matt, look at your cheering squad!! Take strength from all your friends and loved ones my dear, everyone who knows you is praying and cheering for you!!
Keep up the hard work big guy.
Christine & Emma
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