Many Thanks

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone. I have so many things to be thankful this year. Many of my blessings have been shown in the past two months.

First and foremost is family and friends. I was surprised by how many phone calls, emails, cards and especially
prayers were sent to me or in my behalf after my accident. It was so comforting to know that I was being thought of. As a single
person, I sometimes forget how many people in my life care about what happens to me. I am very grateful to everyone who even has had the smallest part in helping me recover.

Second I am thankful for my parents. I have come and taken over their master bedroom, put their lives on a schedule around doctor appointments and therapy sessions and they have gladly helped me with whatever I have needed. The selfish part of me has really enjoyed having my parents all to myself. It has been a blessing to be able to spend this time with them as an adult. It's a blessing that I am not sure will come again.

Third I am thankful for the miracle of the human body. I see little signs of improvement everyday. Something as small as being able to tie my shoes is celebrated. Heavenly Father has given us wonderful bodies that heal better than any scientific inventon could match.

Finally (at least for now) I am thankful to Heavenly Father. I am so grateful that Lori and I were where we could receive prompt medical attention. I am thankful for helpful members of the church that stepped in when my family couldn't. I have learned more now how Heavenly Father knows me and my needs perfectly.

Happy Thanksgiving.

Happy November

Things are going well. I think my parents and I are settling into a workable grove of our days here in Tucson. The past few days have been a blur for both Mom and I. I caught a NASTY cold on Friday and by Saturday night Mom was down for the count with it. We don't think it's the flu because we didn't come down with fevers, but it knocked us both flat. Monday, Mom was on one couch and I was on the other and we didn't move far.

I've started physical therapy on my leg. It's going good. Our first mini goal is to get it as straight as it can be. So each time I'm watching TV, my leg is out stretched on the footrest. I've also been doing some bending and lifting exercises. One that's the hardest right now is doing a side leg lift. That's where I am laying down on my left side (good leg) and then I raise my right leg towards the ceiling. It was easier doing it Jane Fonda or something when I was in high school. But I know it will get stronger over time.

My friend Lori is also doing well. I think her kids are stepping up and learning some new chores, like laundry.

That's about it for now. More updates to follow. :)

I'm Coming to AZ

I received clearance from my doctors and have a plane ticket to Phoenix for this Saturday. Everything has been as good as it could be. But both Lori and I are excited to get back to the west side of the country.

All in all, we have been very blessed. The staff at both hospitals have been very nice and attentive. The church members have been helpful in bringing each of us a Book of Mormon to read during our "down" time. We've felt the power of everyone's prayers. We've been surprisingly upbeat and peaceful about everything. We are really grateful that we are both on the mend and are going in the right direction.

I'll be flying to Phoenix but then spending time at my parents' home near Tuscon. That way they'll be able to help me while I continue outpatient rehab therapy. I'm still taking it one day at a time.