more steps!!!

hey all:

just got done talking to dad. sounds like mom had a great day in therapy! during her physical therapy session, they placed a strap around her mid-section and stood on either side of her, helping her to stand up. dad followed behind with a wheelchair. she actually took steps all on her own! they went almost around the building. dad was thrilled....he said it was just phenomenal to see, a really emotional moment. mom was smiling too :)

they also had her on a special bike machine where you wheel up to it in the wheelchair and strap your feet in to the pedals. the machine pedals for you, but if you take over...it stops. mom pedaled by herself for 8 1/2 out of 10 minutes total! she really seems to respond well to that particular machine. of course....she did take spinning classes!

other than that, she's still getting used to the therapy schedule. she's putting in a full day, from 10:30am until 4:30pm. usually by 5:00pm or so she's ready for a good long sleep. that's about it folks. she really is doing quite well. it'll be a long road ahead...still baby steps. but keep the positive thoughts and prayers going as she'll need them throughout this whole journey.

what a wonderful day, mom! we all knew you could do it! i just know you'll exceed all our expectations. love you so much....keep on working hard.

much love to you all,
xoxox
steph