Taylor agreed to go on another trip today, although it took some negotiating. The final deal made was that I'd give him a foot massage when he got back if he'd just go. He agreed, but probably knew that I'd do it even if he wouldn't go. It's easier for him to become more mobile now, so short trips outside are a lot easier.
The total time, from moving him out of the bed until back in the room, was about 30 minutes. He only lasted outside about 10 minutes, but getting him moved from the bed and the trip out there and back ate up some time....and caused him to sit upright. It does good not only for his muscles, but his psyche as well. He's been in the same room for 32 days, so we will now work daily to get him to do something; sit in a chair, go outside...something.
Taylor's cat, Frank, made a repeat performance today. He was able to pet and love Frank for a little while, but Taylor is not in to too much stimulation at a time right now. There is something good to be said for "pet therapy".
5:55pm If Taylor can't go to Spring Break, bring it to him!
As one might expect, Taylor has the coolest room in the MICU area. He also has about the most seniority.
His sister, Lauren, and their friend Jessica Kent decided if Taylor couldn't make it to Spring Break, then they should do something to bring it to him.
OK. So, the last photo had nothing to do with the beach, but it gives you an idea of how many cards he's received.....over 50 so far.
The only thing missing from Taylor's room is a little Jimmy Buffet in the background, some shrimp and sand.
The total time, from moving him out of the bed until back in the room, was about 30 minutes. He only lasted outside about 10 minutes, but getting him moved from the bed and the trip out there and back ate up some time....and caused him to sit upright. It does good not only for his muscles, but his psyche as well. He's been in the same room for 32 days, so we will now work daily to get him to do something; sit in a chair, go outside...something.
Taylor's cat, Frank, made a repeat performance today. He was able to pet and love Frank for a little while, but Taylor is not in to too much stimulation at a time right now. There is something good to be said for "pet therapy".
5:55pm If Taylor can't go to Spring Break, bring it to him!
As one might expect, Taylor has the coolest room in the MICU area. He also has about the most seniority.
His sister, Lauren, and their friend Jessica Kent decided if Taylor couldn't make it to Spring Break, then they should do something to bring it to him.
OK. So, the last photo had nothing to do with the beach, but it gives you an idea of how many cards he's received.....over 50 so far.
The only thing missing from Taylor's room is a little Jimmy Buffet in the background, some shrimp and sand.
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