Sounds of Science

We got off to an early start today. After reading a bit with Tim, early Berkshire risers Tyler and Matt showed up to spend some time alone with Tim. A little while later Phoebe and Chris arrived from West Stockbridge. We talked for awhile to give Tim some time with his buds down on the patio. When we went down to join them, Chris looked the view over and exclaimed - "that's a lot of concrete out there (looking a the Big Dig)."

We had a great time, sitting around and talking. Phoebe gave me an incredible back rub (yes I know that has nothing to do with Tim) and we got ready to take off on our adventure to The Museum of Science. You can see the museum from Spaulding, but you do need to use public sidewalks and streets to get there. Surprisingly, Tim led the way. During the visit, both Chris and Phoebe shared with us that Tim was very mature and realistic with his vision of his future. He is taking time to learn about and undestand his injury and his options. He has a positive attitude and is not looking back.

We enjoyed ourselves at the museum (passes courtesy of Jim and Patty - thanks), focusing mostly on the mechanical, mathematical, engineering oriented sections. Then we oohed and ahhed at the Dinosaurs movie in the Omni Imax theater. This was Tim's first actual challenge in the "real world" vs. the 9th floor and common areas of Spaulding, where everyone's on the same sheet of music. He handled it well, but at times got a few glimpses of folks not making way for him, little kids staring and poorly designed access. But, as usual he took it in, thought a bit about it and didn't waste a lot of time on it.

Then back to the hospital for some socializing with the Ryders of Milton who arrived in Boston by boat, and Uncle John and Noir. The weather was delicious, but soon we broke up - Amy and I back to the Hill, John and the Ryders back to their homes and Jancy and Tim back upstairs to watch Rescue Me and wait for cousin Lily to arrive and escort her back to her college apartment for a sleepover. It was a good first month, can't wait to see what happens in the second!