The big excitement for this weekend was that Dan got to come home for a couple of hours for a visit! In order to be approved for what Elk's terms a CIV, I had to pass the transfer certification which required Dan and I to be able to transfer him from his wheelchair to the car, with the help of a sliding board. Let's just say the first try didn't go so well and the therapist had to step in and assist! Thankfully, as the therapist so kindly pointed out, the little mishap occurred while he was there to assist us, and we knew what not to do. When it came time for the home visit, we called in backup. Dan's buddy Coby and my dad kindly stood by just in case we needed any additional assistance, but I am happy to report all went smoothly! We all enjoyed Dan's visit home, especially Jack-who was so excited to have daddy home. He donned his Spider-man suit just for the occasion.
This morning (Sunday) Dan suffered a muscle strain in his right upper rib, lower shoulder area. Some light exercises and then pain medication seemed to relieve some of the pain, but this evening he was feeling some stiffness again in that area. Please pray that the strain is minor and won't interfere with his physical therapy this week. We have a week and a 1/2 left of therapy before Dan's scheduled release date and he is hoping to make as much progress as possible. Tomorrow is also the beginning of Dan's radiation treatment, so prayers and positive thoughts for that would be much appreciated.
I thought I would leave you with a picture of Dan and Jack checking out his new tablet.
Oh my goodness! That the sweetest thing I've seen all year - made my day! So good to see Dan. It sounds like you both have some new skills to work on, but I bet you have them perfected in no time. I'm glad you have family who can stay to help.
ReplyDeleteThe kids were so excited to hear that Dan may be home for Christmas...they know how much it would mean to your family and they have been praying for it. We will keep you in mind tomorrow. I think you guys might be some of the strongest most together people I know!
I'm sure a couple of hours out of the hospital did him a world of good emotionally. Constant positive thoughts and prayers coming your way, all day every day - so glad to hear the positive things so far.
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I love this picture of the boys! So sweet! We are keeping you guys in our prayers at the Hipwell home. I know the prayers are continued all through the Pharmer office and all of their homes as well. Dan sure is loved. Please call on us if you need anything at all.
ReplyDeleteJen....what a precious picture. So great Dan was able to come home for a bit...I am sure it fuels the perseverance he already has to get home. We will definitely be thinking and praying for you all tomorrow! Ahhh....just touches my heart to see Jacks little body so snuggled up to his daddy. lil Spidey dude!
ReplyDeleteGreat news on the visit home. Our thoughts are with you all!
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Wow! So exciting!!! The girls and I wanted you to know our Christmas wish is that Dan will be home for Christmas. You all are in our prayers everyday. Stay strong and continue to fight. We love you.
ReplyDeleteHello Jennifer. My name is Darrel Clemens. I know Dan through the City of Pocatello WPC. I am so sorry. Your blog is full of incouraging news and I thank you for taking the time out of your very busy life to keep us posted on his improvements. Please know that the three of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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