Well Matt, I guess they think you are eating enough to fill that hollow leg so they removed the feeding tube. One more obstacle removed which just makes it that much easier to take him home for the weekend. Mom says Matt is looking great. Rehab in the last 2 days has been less exercise and more getting everything ready to take with him. What a difference from Christmas time!! Then we had to take a truck load of boxes and supplies, plus the van was loaded down as well. This time it is just one box of supplies and the van with Matt, the mattress, and the lift. No more suctioning, dressing changes, etc. Matt is still apprehensive and prayers that everything goes well and the experience will be much better. Plans to attend a wedding while at home so will be a great time to see everyone. There is a chance Mom and Dad can borrow a sit/stand machine from a fellow in Kelvinton so Matt can continue to do his exercises. Nolan and Lindsay are planning on coming so will have lots of muscles!!
Matt had a toenail removed on Monday. They felt they needed to do it because Matt is susceptible to infections and need to be more cautious. However it has been causing him to spasm alot and he can't get his shoes on due to the dressing so no standing exercises. Hopefully today they will remove the dressing and try some more exercises.
Big plans for rehab in the next 2 days, swimming, Wii, etc. They are also organizing the handivan once a week to take Matt to see Rocky and get him out of the hospital for awhile.
Mom is leaving today and dad will again take over. Matt and dad will travel to Weekes Thursday after rehab.
Mom talked with the patient coordinator of services and as of Thursday, Matt will pay to stay in rehab. However we feel it is money well spent if he continues to progress with the rehab. So thank the Lord for all the fundraising that was done since Matt injury. He knew the money would be needed for Matt's care.
Still looking into "Project Walk" in San Diego. Cost is enormous (25,000 per month!!)but if it will help Matt walk faster then so be it. One thing needed is a bone density scan and the waiting list is 2 years!! So looking into paying to have it done if possible.
Lots of things to pray about, guidance for they right path for Matt, safety for the weekend, and continued improvement in strength.
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My dear sweet nephew. I am so excited about you going home for Easter - it will be totally different than at Christmas time. Probably a lot more relaxing for all of you, also. Christmas was pretty hectic and busy with all the things that had to be done.
You make sure you go to that wedding and have fun. If people stare at first - it may be that they are just so darn happy to see you and can't believe their eyes. I wish I could be there. I miss seeing your smiling face and also all the hard times you give me. Ha!
Talk to you soon, have fun at Easter and keep calm. God bless you all.
Love Aunty Sandy
Hey Matt,
Sounds exciting that you'll be home for Easter. Bet it will feel a lot better this time as well.
Dan and his wife Erin are coming home for Easter as well. I've texted Larissa, but it's next to impossible to get a hold of that girl. Between the zillions of papers that she tells me she has due and a someone special in her life, I guess her time is all used up.
Hope you have a wonderful Easter and keep improving. We'll continue to pray for your COMPLETE recovery.
B Hertz
hey sorry im going to miss u again. we are going to get jamie in edson and then going to kipling for easter. if i can swing it im coming to see u.if not hope the easter bunny is good to u. although sounds like he has already done some good things. take care and have a safe trip home. happy easter to u and your family.ella
Have a safe trip home, you shouldn't encounter too many elk on your travels as we are feeding a hundred with our cows-it is amazing to see them but they are also devouring too much silage!!Happy Easter to all! yy
This is awesome to hear
Matt!! I should be able to see you this time because i dont work all weekend!! I talked to your Dad yesterday and asked how you have been doing and he told me to ask you myself on the weekend and that you will be coming home. I was so excited to hear that! Safe travels and see you on the weekend. ~Alicia
Hi Matt,
I'm glad you told me about the blog. It is a great way for me to stay up to date on all of the great progress you are making even though I am a province away. Enjoy your weekend at home, I can't wait to hear all about it!
Keep working hard in physio!
Melissa
Hi Matt,
I am so glad to hear that you are going home for Easter. Enjoy your weekend and have a great time.
Happy Easter to all.
Love Trudi
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