Angela's Blog

A restful night was not in the plan but a rest filled day was....  Angela's wrist hurts greatly.   She is asking almost any visitor including the therapists to take the pins out of her arm.   She accused me of not loving her because I would not just pull them out....and then, decidedly announced she would do it herself.   Knowing the tenacity of my child, I spent a near sleepless night refastening velcro on the splint and distracting the little one from her intended mission.

Pins review is scheduled for early afternoon on Thursday so please pray for continued success at distraction and for the pins to remain intact until the appointment and then for the doctors to see the wisdom of an alternate plan that more associates with Angela's needs.   

We did have quite a bout with terrible accusations coming from my child designed deliberately to press every vulnerable button I own.   Many prayers and some unexpected, well-timed affirmations from people with more perspective than I got me through the night and reinforced me.   Thank you Holy Spirit!   My faith is intact.  My ability to verbalize and share my faith is growing exponentially.

Ang requested and received some stronger pain medications early this morning and as a result slept ALL DAY with tiny little breaks for a shower, some physical and occupational therapy.   It was quite quiet and we shall see if it carries over for Josh tonight.

In PT Angela got to stand with a one armed walker.   This is designed to help people who can only bear weight on one side get the exercise of standing.   We were able to accomplish it three times and with the last one, Angela actually stood on her own for several seconds not holding on at all.   Such an amazing beginning.

In OT we did the usual stretching and elongating tendons with one HUGE difference.  Today, although it hurt, she asked the OT guy to please continue since "I know this is something that has to be done."    WOW!

Josh and I have noticed that with some of you, Angela will initiate a "thanks for coming" or "see you soon".   Since this is "normal" talk you may not realize you are making our day as we observe this monumental step forward in cognitive development.   YAHOOO! ! ! !

Opey visited today and visiting dogs are so therapeutic.   Buster was in recently too and pictures of Hal and Blue triggered some fun babysitting memories.   It is so fun to see Ang with the dog and then to hear her talk about the visit later.   Thanks for making this happen.

Josh and I were also blessed with a visit from a man who has experienced a similar type accident.  He came in and shared his story - what worked and what didn't work so well on his journey to recovery - answered our questions and was so genuinely affirming that Angela's journey is a unique and personal experience while also guiding us with some practical and loving suggestions.   We thank you ever so much for spending some time with us and we look forward to connecting again soon.

Well, the laundry just got finished so I am off to get some sleep.

Love,

Teresa