Today was a frustrating day for Kelsi at times. In speech therapy she was working on handwriting. After awhile she said, "this is crap!" (I'm not used to that coming out of her) I said, "what is?" She told me how crappy her writing was. We then went on to discuss what her handwriting was like before the accident compared to now. She was very discouraged. We had to keep reminding her that with lots of practice and more time she will be able to be back to where she was before the accident.
She had to change rooms today also because they are closing the hall she was in to do some construction. She was moved to "B" pod. This was confusing to her because it wasn't "her" hospital room. Within a day or two she should be used to the new room.
We took her over to the University Hospital hoping to catch some of the doctors and nurses from Neuro Critical Care. We were in luck. When we walked in the door the head neurosurgeon spotted us and came running out of the room she was in. She was so excited to see Kelsi. She hadn't seen her since she left ICU. Kelsi couldn't even lift her head off the pillow then. Kelsi stood up out of her wheelchair and took some steps toward the doctor. She also spoke to her. Some of the other doctors and nurses who helped Kelsi through her most critical time were also there. They were so excited to see the progress she is making. They were so appreciative that we brought her over there. They said they don't get to see that very often. Kelsi was able to verbally tell them thank you and it made their day.
Each of you help make our days brighter because of your continued love and support! Thank you!
Kelsi's evening improved greatly from the rougher than usual morning. With her arm holding her Dad's, they were able to go for several walks around the hospital. On the longest of the walks, Kelsi used her Dad's arm for stability and walked from her room, to the stair case near the elevators. With only the help of the hand rails on the stairs, Kelsi climbed from the 2nd to the 3rd floor. Dad and Kelsi walked together and sat on a couch near the 3 computers that her parents have often used to enter data to this blog. After a short rest, she made the return trip and decended the stairs with only the help of the hand rails. When she got closer to her room she was breathing harder and exhaused. Not long after that they were able to take yet another short stroll. Kelsi's Dad feels that the moments they are spending together during her recovery are some of the most cherished moments a parent could ever spend with a child. He thanks the Lord for the blessings he is receiving during Kelsi's recovery. Her Mom shares those sentiments as well.
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Thank you so much for sharing the joys and frustrations, the sweet and cherished memories, and the feelings you have during this time. It is very special to be able to get a little slice of what life is like for you. Keep up the good work Kelsi!!! Your handwriting right now is still probably lots better than Vics. We love you all!
The Macys
Dr. R's office caled me yesterday to see how Kelsi was. THey knew you would be better and called me because they knew I could/would tell them. They said to let you know they are thinking of your family and Kelsi and wish her a full recovery! I am so proud of Kelsi, I know how hard it is to recover from an accident(and mine was only my arm not my brain) and how frustrating it can be not to be where you want to be, She is doing so well and has such determination.You are doing great Kelsi, It will come!
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