Two fer Tuesday

Monday provided a bonus day with Jancy for Tim. She had the pleasure of seeing Tim walk with the aid of his walker - something Amy & I have not been privileged to see! Amy spent a lot of time with caregivers as we begin to help Tim make his plans to come home. One of the things they did was travel to Belmont to look at "Stair Glides." We're happy to report that his condition has improved enough that he won't need an elevator. They were able to take a normal cab, which was nice, transferring from the chair, and then folding it and stowing it in the trunk. That's a lot easier than the Cabulance rides we've taken in the past. Meanwhile, Tim will be organizing the other things he needs to do in order to be home by Thanksgiving, which is very exciting. We'll be doing everything we can to make that happen - but much remains to be done.




We (and you) have all been encouraged by the progress Tim is making, giving us hope that he will eventually heal fully from this injury. It has been great to report to you through this blog and in person. I think that we're all focused on "walking," as that was the goal. One thing I don't talk about though, is Tim's arms and hands. A reality check for us, is that the strength and coordination in those limbs is not coming along as quickly as his legs. However, just like his legs, one day the rehab work could just kick in and everything will improve - seemingly overnight.


Today, Amy was with Tim while he was in the standing frame, in which he is able to shuffle his feet back and forth. She also remembered to get a shot of the leg frame for your viewing pleasure.Tim had a chance to go out with Amy to watch the Sox World Championship parade, but was feeling a little under the weather so he did not. Amy headed back to the apartment to finish laundry, and happened upon that very same parade. She got a bunch of photos to share with Tim. Very exciting. Later in the day, he was feeling well enough to take another ride on the Esplanade on the tandem bike, so not a bad day.