Things are still rolling along here - Matt continues to have little movements in his hand. His OT today said he could squeeze his fingers together towards a fist and as he did that his wrist moved up. Last week he couldn't really bend his wrist back - it was only forwards.
Matt also started horse riding lessons this week and loved it. He and his horse have some communication issues to work out - Matt has to hold the reigns in one hand and move them across his neck to turn him, which the horse didn't understand at first, but I think they'll get it figured out quickly.
He's still frustrated by what he feels is slow progress. He really wants to be done with his cane, but can only go for short distances without it. I know there is also a lot more he wants to be telling us, but often has to resort to "thinking good but speech is bad."
We're trying to work out ways for him to do things around the house and recently got him a cutting board that can hold vegetables or a mixing bowl so he can prepare meals one handed. He made gumbo last night which was awesome!
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Hi, Matt and Keri -
ReplyDeleteWow, Keri - this is your 109th post to the blog! We sure appreciate your news and are cheering for you both! Way to go!
Horse riding and gumbo thats a combo Matt a man has to eat after riding his horse! Good job on both as always our thoughts & prayers are with you both. Slow progress is better than no progress keep it up Matt!! Love Cindy Solem
ReplyDeleteThank you for another update, Keri, and congratulations to you and Matt on another week of work and progress.
ReplyDeleteLong ago I saw a movie about Patricia Neal's recovery from a series of strokes. Her frustrations and successes and the importance of people who helped her made an impression that stuck with me. I seldom think of you without also remembering that movie and appreciating how important your teamwork is.