Hello everyone! We had another good day today, definitely an eight plus. Mark did really well in occupational therapy where he showed me his skill at video games on the computer. These are specialized games geared toward his eye/hand coordination and cognition. He scored in the upper 90s each time and the games got harder as they continued. He also used the "hand" bike with both arms and did well.
Later in the day, he did have his legs recast. He was uncomfortable and tense while they were doing it but was quite comfortable after they were done. His left leg has had good improvement since they gained ten degrees but his right which is by far the most painful, only gained a few. They have changed and increased muscle relaxers to see if they can remedy the situation, but there is some concern that the knee may be "locked" and might need surgery in order for it to progress. We will just have to wait and see. Hopefully, it will work itself out. Meanwhile the therapies continue.
Just so everyone knows, Mark really enjoys the mail. It is fun for him and he now can open all the envelopes himself and read the cards and letters. Our thanks to you all.
Monday, February 25, 2008
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Hi Mark and Ann,
So good to see how great Mark looks! We are praying that you daily improve and the pain decreases. I hear it is really snowing in Ohio. Thankfully it is sunny and beautiful in Texas! You are continually in our prayers.
Philippians 4:6
Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everyting; tell God your needs and thank Him for His answers.
God bless you,
Bill & Kathy
Great to see the new picture! I am so jealous about your outside excursion. We are in the midst of a winter storm on the north coast, so get out and enjoy the sun for us up north. We had a snow day today Mark...remember those? Thinking about you daily.
Ann and Mark,
I sure hope you are enjoying the sune and warmth of Florida! We were pleased with the snow day here today at home and I must say it is BEAUTIFUL!!! Still, I think we are all waiting for spring...
I LOVE the new photo! It really helps to see Mark's face while reading the blog. Last week in Youth Group er talked about Mark as they were writing the Prayers of the People for Confirmation. It made the prayers more real for them instead of just a rote listen/response exercise. Mark, you and your family have touched us all---you REALLY are in our prayers and hearts on Sundays....and every other day as well. Your progress is inspiritn with your determination and hard wrok, unwillingness to give up and give in, and your love lof life. Kwwp it up and you will do it all, with God's help.
Mary Ann Semple
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