Matt and his Harem

Well, Matt was back to his old self. Waking up late, ate 2/3 of his lunch and then had BLT for a snack. Was able to go upstairs for rehab. Today they tried something new. They strapped Matt on a table that looks like and x-ray table. Then they slowly (over a period of 15 mins) tilt the table so Matt would eventually be in a standing position. They must do it slowly because his body is not used to being in the upright position and his blood pressure will drop into his socks if they do it too quickly. Matt made it to about 70 degrees, and then his blood pressure went too low and his pulse rate was above 170 beats per minute. But he recovered nicely and they were happy with how well he did. There are mirrors all around, and Matt commented that this was a view he hadn't seen in awhile, seeing himself standing up. I was happy for him as well, because they wouldn't be doing that exercise unless they believe Matt will walk again. So we have more believers on his side, which is great! Matt was still feeling like doing something, so back to ICU for a "fill up " of O2, then off to find Rocky. Couldn't be found, so Matt and dad went outside for about 1/2 hour. Was able to chat with Jacki on the cell phone. More company when they returned, so dad left for awhile. By the time he came back, Matt was getting a massage, a pedicure and manicure, plus another nurse was getting supplies ready for washing his hair. Dad had to fight past 3 women to feed Matt his foot long sub. Just like a Sultan and his harem. I could almost hear Matt purring. Psalms 30:11 "You turned my wailing into dancing; you removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy"."They may possibly cap the trach tonight, if not he has been on the trach trial and average fo 16 hours per day. Capping is just one more step closer to getting rid of the ventilator all together. Prayers for continued success, and for mom's safe journey after being away for 1 & 1/2 weeks (will return tomorrow).