Ben is drawing from a great work ethic. When coached to lift himself up in his hospital bed for 10 seconds, he did it for 15. He also surpassed his therapists' expectations when he sat upright, unsupported, for three minutes. (I'm not sure how well I'd do on that one! You try, too!) Ben is no slouch.
He thus rightfully earned a promotion from the hospital to a rehabilitation facility, where he moved today. He likes his bigger, sunny room with beautiful views. He'll get to rest this weekend, then it's on to a rigorous work-week therapy schedule starting Monday. He'll work for an intense three-hour block with physical, occupational and speech therapists. (The speech therapy will help him iron out swallowing and chewing difficulties.) Then it's lunch break, followed by a three-hour dialysis session in the afternoon (with a nap strongly encouraged!)
Ben has told nurses that he wants to work as had he has can. He is such an inspiration to me!
Ben has left his mark on many. The doctor who first treated Ben, back on that awful July 23, this week asked my parents to please keep in touch -- he'd like to know the wonderful turns this story takes. He, too, recognizes the miracle. Perhaps because of his medical expertise, he knows it more emphatically than us. It means a lot to our family that the doctor still cares for Ben even after he has left the hospital.
So, Ben, keep giving us good news to report! We love you.
Jenni
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