Independence day

Today was Daddy's first full day of out patient rehab. He had 45 minute sessions with each speech, occupational, and physical therapists. His speech therapist sent him home with some homework. I was excited to get to work on some of it with him. He had a list of 23 popular songs and he had to "fill in the blank" (i.e. Row, row, row your ____). He did very well being able to complete about 19/23, some of which he went on to sing more than just the requisite word. He sang the full version of "Happy Birthday to Tarra".  Some of the songs stumped both of us, if anyone could tell me the answer to "School days, _______ days, dear old golden rule days" we would greatly appreciate it! He also went on to say the days of the week and the months.

In physical therapy they have been working with Daddy on using a cane. Mom had one on order that was coming in next week, but after Daddy's solo trek around the house this morning (while Mom was getting some much needed rest) the therapists decided it would be in his best interest to not put it off any longer. Mom was able to pick one up and get it home with them this evening. Daddy was definitely a little put off about using the cane (he just made a successful trip around the house by himself this morning, right?) but after some "tough love" from Mom, he not only agreed but did a few practice laps around the house. Luckily for everyone, especially Mom, the cane has given Daddy some independence. He was able to make it from room to room in the house safely without assistance.

As of right now, Daddy is scheduled to get 2 days of rehab per week. This is less than we were hoping for so we are looking into options that may be able to get us an extra day or two.


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