Day 125,126 & 127
Glenn had a room full of company when I got there on Sunday. The kids showed up in force, along with a little pet dog, and everyone was relaxed and enjoying being together with Dad. Jackie usually climbs on the bed with Glenn, and they are both content to be close. Jackie was a little tired and a lot hungry, so we went down to the cafeteria for some munchies. My Mom and Dad and Wendy found us there, so we visited some more. All in all it was a good day.
Monday it rained, so I went in early to watch Glenn in therapy. We actually talked more, because the OT needed to fill out the requisition for the power chair they want Glenn to have. She cautioned us again that it could take quite a while for it to come through, but we seem to have that time right now.
I worked a the Avonhurst Co-op Tuesday morning (I'm learning the new POS system and how to post transactions to it to help with the book keeping), but was able to go to the conference with Glenn in the afternoon. The doctor said he was very impressed with Glenn's progress, and told both Glenn and me that we are doing a good job. That was very encouraging to hear. Glenn is now scheduled to have botox injected into his right ankle to loosen up the joint, as he has trouble getting his leg to swing through. It doesn't bend enough at this point, so his physio thought that since it was so effective in his arm that it would help his leg. The doctor agreed, and he is on the list for the July clinic. Glenn talked for himself through most of the clinic, and was for the most part very clear and understandable. He is making great effort now to have his voice and opinions heard, and I say Hallelujah. He is still not going to start eating for a bit, but it will be soon.
I'm purchasing the deck material this week (I hope) so that should make for a building weekend soon. I'll keep you posted.
'Til next time,
Louise
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It's great that the conferences are as positive as they are. They should be because of the tremendous healing but the old sinic (sp?) is out on the prowl these days so my opinion of things can be quite jaded, I'm afraid.
I look forward to seeing you all soon. It's been rather wild in my life. I HATE THE LAST COUPLE WEEKS OF SCHOOL!!!Everyone is in each other's nostrils and it's the most selfish time of the year for teachers especially if they have to get out of their comfort zones. ENOUGH OF THAT!!!
Sounds like work at the store is going well. I'm happy for you!
With the Botox being so successful in the elbow, it should do wonders to those wrinkly ankles of Glenn's. It will make the difference for his right leg as it did for his arm. It's meant to be.
Will see you soon, Love you,
M.
Hi Louise and Glenn:
Dean and I went to the "Farewell Picnic" at Kronau school this evening - I suppose you know the school board is closing the school. I think they have made a very big mistake - but enough of that here. What I want to tell you is that some of the Kronau people who were at Greenall the same time as you, were asking about Glenn, and I was able to give them good reports. One or two have actually heard about your blog and have been reading it.
We were able to chat with some former students from the well-known families out there - Leippis; Euteniers; Ells; Schneiders; Nixons - we were lucky to be able to have such nice people in our classes. (Dean taught many of them in Kronau elementary when he was there - I taught them at Greenall of course.) We were blessed as teachers in those years.
Love to you both,
Christine.
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