Taylor's day started early. We can't see him until after 9am, so when I went in a little after 9 this morning, I learned that the Physical Therapist had him stand beside his bed today. He needed help to do it, but he was able to stand. There wasn't a lot of hope that he could do it just yet, so they were a bit surprised.
He's sleeping now, but as soon as he wakes up he gets to go on a roadtrip outside!!! Today should be a fun day for him. He gets to go for a spin outside, enjoy some fresh air and sunshine. After 28 days of laying on his back, we're sure he's going to like the trip.
Yesterday he sat, today he stood and later he'll ride. PROGRESS!!!!
Taylor's friend, Lucky, is on his way to the hospital now to spend the afternoon with Taylor. We are REAL glad to have friends visit him. I think he's getting a little tired of opening his eyes and always having to look at us, and hear us say the same things.
We're thinking his first words, once he can talk, may be "Will you people shut up already. GEEZ. The same old thing over, and over, and...."
Yesterday afternoon, Suzie got a call from Rev. Len Sweet (www.leonardsweet.com) a world renown minister, author and speaker. We met Rev. Sweet almost 20 years ago when he was a visiting preacher at Suzie's family's annual reunion in Tennessee. Rev. Sweet called to inspire Suzie, who has been feeling a bit down - as you might imagine. As a world wide speaker, Rev. Sweet has very little free time, so hearing from him at this time was just the kick in the behind she needed.
12:55pm
This morning a test was given to Taylor to see if he can swallow liquids. He didn't do too well, so he won't be able to drink right now. We're not sure if they'll put the feeding tube back in, or keep him on the IV with calories, proteins, etc. until he can try again. He'll do it, it's just a little to quick, I guess.
We're not sure about the field trip for today. He's pretty tired from standing, then having to sit during the test. He's using muscles that haven't been needed in almost a month so he gets tired quickly.
10:09pm
The roadtrip was cancelled for today. The swallowing test required that he sit up straight for a long time, using muscles he hasn't used in a month, so it was just too much for him.
He rested most of the day, but was pretty agitated tonight. He finally got to sleep at about 9:45pm. Tomorrow, the staff will try to get him to agree to go outside in a wheelchair. Not only will it do his muscles good, but more importantly it's good for him. He has been feeling down so we hope that he'll feel better getting out of bed and getting a change of scenery. They are also planning to insert a new feeding tube. Hopefully, he won't do another extraction.
He's sleeping now, but as soon as he wakes up he gets to go on a roadtrip outside!!! Today should be a fun day for him. He gets to go for a spin outside, enjoy some fresh air and sunshine. After 28 days of laying on his back, we're sure he's going to like the trip.
Yesterday he sat, today he stood and later he'll ride. PROGRESS!!!!
Taylor's friend, Lucky, is on his way to the hospital now to spend the afternoon with Taylor. We are REAL glad to have friends visit him. I think he's getting a little tired of opening his eyes and always having to look at us, and hear us say the same things.
We're thinking his first words, once he can talk, may be "Will you people shut up already. GEEZ. The same old thing over, and over, and...."
Yesterday afternoon, Suzie got a call from Rev. Len Sweet (www.leonardsweet.com) a world renown minister, author and speaker. We met Rev. Sweet almost 20 years ago when he was a visiting preacher at Suzie's family's annual reunion in Tennessee. Rev. Sweet called to inspire Suzie, who has been feeling a bit down - as you might imagine. As a world wide speaker, Rev. Sweet has very little free time, so hearing from him at this time was just the kick in the behind she needed.
12:55pm
This morning a test was given to Taylor to see if he can swallow liquids. He didn't do too well, so he won't be able to drink right now. We're not sure if they'll put the feeding tube back in, or keep him on the IV with calories, proteins, etc. until he can try again. He'll do it, it's just a little to quick, I guess.
We're not sure about the field trip for today. He's pretty tired from standing, then having to sit during the test. He's using muscles that haven't been needed in almost a month so he gets tired quickly.
10:09pm
The roadtrip was cancelled for today. The swallowing test required that he sit up straight for a long time, using muscles he hasn't used in a month, so it was just too much for him.
He rested most of the day, but was pretty agitated tonight. He finally got to sleep at about 9:45pm. Tomorrow, the staff will try to get him to agree to go outside in a wheelchair. Not only will it do his muscles good, but more importantly it's good for him. He has been feeling down so we hope that he'll feel better getting out of bed and getting a change of scenery. They are also planning to insert a new feeding tube. Hopefully, he won't do another extraction.
2 comments:
Yay! What a big day for Taylor! I've been reading the blog every day and I am continually amazed by his progress. Clearly he's meant to do great things! Abby says "Taylor, I hope you see sunshine when you go outside today!" We love you guys!
Love,
Annie, Tim, Zach and Abby
We are excited for all of you. His progress is amazing. We will keep praying for a full and speedy recovery.
Love,
Genie, Ellis and Louisa
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