The weekend was uneventful because Matt stayed in the hospital. It was too cold to do much of anything. We had a blizzard on Saturday and the weather really turned cold. Mom went to the Brier with Jacki. She took Jonmarie with her to spend some time with Amy and Bobby. Shaunie stayed with us in Red Deer. Thought it would be too much for Uncle Gary to handle! I was able to go on Sunday and visit Matt for the afternoon. John still is able to pop in everyday for a few minutes.
Today it is -36 with the windchill. So not too much happening in the way of travel. However Matt's therapy is continuing strong after recovering nicely from surgery. He finds that his bladder is working much better and doesn't stress him out as much as it did. Yesterday Matt stood 3 times. The first time was very rough and he didn't last long. They have discontinued the one med to keep his blood pressure from dropping so his body can start adjusting itself. SO we were worried it would set back his rehab however the 2nd time he stood up was fine. The 3rd time Matt tried to pick up his right leg but the most he could do was lift his heel off the floor and bend his knee. I thought that was great but he was disappointed. Take it slow bud. It took over 21 months to get here, it will take just as long to get it all back. .
Mom visited with Matt last evening and he told us to stop worrying about him being alone, he has lots to do. A staff from John's office borrowed Matt 8 movies to watch and is looking forward to watching all 8. Thanks Stacey
Hoping to have some company over this weekend. Friends from home called Nolan and may come and visit. That would be great, we have a big house and lots of room.
More updates to come.
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Glad to hear the surgery went so well and no negative effects. The cold weather must be all over - I just wish it would warm up. Sounds like your getting this standing as a regular thing now - and Shelly is right be patient.. I know easy for us to say.. HA Hang in there Matt.. we are all pulling for you and praying for you every day. Love to you all Aunty Bren
Hi all. Seems like months since i read the blog, new you would fly threw that surgery like always you are one tuff cookie. Keep up that faith and you will walk out of there in no time. So on the lighter side have you and the bros, gone on a booze cruise with the new wheels yet.Or bar hopping. Keep up the hard work and it will pay big divedends matt. Later Foam Lake crew.
The JOY of the Lord is your strength. Nehemiah 8:10
Choose to be joyful, strength will follow.
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Hi Matt, So glad to hear you are rid of that stone and that you were able to keep up with your physio. I wish you all the best and hope all goes well for you in Alberta.
Say hi to your family.
Glenda
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