Today was okay. We started out in a meeting talking about the application process for Social Security. Brian definitely wants to work after rehab, but the application is a safety net if needed. Of course all the unknowns cause worry for both of us.
After that meeting, we had to attend an hour long meeting about how to avoid pressure sores and care for the skin of spinal cord patients. It is a BIG deal to keep the skin healthy.
The day ended with Physical Therapy. Brian did the standing frame for the second time since he's been here. He made it to 50 degrees again. His blood pressure was a bit lower than last time, but his neck strength improved.
Thanks for all your sweet comments...I share them with Brian every day! Keep sending the prayers and good vibes.
Looking good Brian! When I see your smile I hear you laughing. Keep it up.
ReplyDeleteLove seeing the smile on Brian! It makes us all smile too. Thanks :)
ReplyDeleteIf memory serves me correctly, the girls will be in Denver in a week. What a joy it'll be for the entire family to be together again. They'll have so much to talk about that first day. Keep pushing this week!
Hugs & Prayers to both of you.
We continue to pray for you Brian! Stay strong and keep fighting!
ReplyDeleteBrian & Family:
ReplyDeleteThe Cope Family continues to pray for your speedy recovery and the Beem family has put your name in our church prayer concerns. We will continue to keep you in our prayers. You will get through this with God's help and all the prayers from all who know you.
Don & Sharilyn Beem plus ALL your Cope Family!
That is the smile I remember! you are both Champions, the process may seem slow but each step is progress...hopefully the time will fly by and in the blink of an eye your girls will be back with you.
ReplyDeleteIsaiah 41:10- So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Sweet Brian, Look at you! I get so excited to see you able to stand in the frame. You certainly should be smiling, and making progress every day. God is so good! Here's something else that will make you smile: This weekend while with Doe and the girls, I asked the girls if they were ready to go to Denver and immediately in one voice it was YES!!! They are so excited to come to Denver. They told me they would be missing the last day of school and would be on a plane Wednesday. So get plenty of rest. You have two precious girls. I pray for all of you because being apart can't be easy for any of you. I know you're going to have the best visit ever.
ReplyDeleteI pray this week goes well for you both. Keep your faith strong. There is NOTHING you can't handle. Keep reading Carissa's verse above. We love you very much!
Love this!!! Brian, you are inspiring many! Keep up the hard work! :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great pic!! Positive thoughts are being sent constantly from the Studer clan!!
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