An update of this weeks events.
The week was full of therapy! All kinds...physical, occupational, mental and I even made a few crafts, during a dexterity class.
Monday night I made Courtney a Christmas stocking and necklace at a craft class. Also on Monday, my favorite sister in law Brittany was in town to visit for a few days. I couldn't be in better hands, my wife an ICU nurse, my sister in law an almost Dr. in physical therapy.
In physical therapy I have been working alot on my transfers. To and from my chair to various places. They are coming along well, but things will be much easier when my left arm restrictions are lifted. It should be sometime later this week. Yah!! I have been looking very much forward to this, as it will make everything go a little smoother. Especially pushing my wheelchair!!!
I was able to get out on a couple of outings. Dinner a few nights and the mall Thursday night! It was great to get off the Shepherd Center campus for awhile. The mall was a bit busy, during the busy holiday season, but I maneuvered okay with the help of Courtney and a few Therapeutic Rec advisors. Keeping in mind that Courtney doesn't drive my chair any better than she drives a car!!
A highlight of the week was my cycling class. The class offered alot of different options for paracyling. Something I will be interested in for sure!
Now that I am feeling better, I have learned several machines in the weight room. It will be great to spend some free time lifting iron and building up my cardio!!!
Thanks for all of the Christmas cards! I am getting better everyday and look forward to getting home soon!
Enjoy the holiday season...and to all of you in the north, stay warm!
Dana and Courtney
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What great news!! And BRAVO to you for BRAVING the mall at this time of year--that's something that most of us shutter at the very thought of doing!!!! How super to hear that you got to venture "out of the yard" though. How nice it will be when you have no arm restrictions. How far and how fast you have come so far truly amazes us; we can only imagine that once your left arm is good to go that you'll be 'burning some rubber' as you head on down your 'highway of recovery'!! We wish you smooth sailing!! Your hard work and positive attitude have made a difference in all of us. You and Courtney are with us everyday-in thought, prayer, and in reminding us what strength and devotion can do.
The valley people
Dana and Courtney - Happy Holidays to both of you. Dana, you have a very determined strength. Keep up the hard work. We are very happy to hear of your continued progress in rehab. Take care of yourself.
Love,
The Cavaluzzi's
Good to hear keep it up. Haven't been able to log on in a couple days due to finals but have been thinking about you, in your recovery....Keep it up and hope to see you and Courtney next summer!!!
Have a great Christmas!
_Bobby Spencer_
Dana..your strength and determination amazes us all! Keep up the hard work in rehab, it will pay off in the end. You look great!!! Have a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!
Give Courtney out love!
Love Jenn and Mike
Hi Dana~
I am embarrassed to say that I had not heard about your accident until Monday when I was at the dentist. (My dental hygienist, Katie had gone to our HHDS 10 year class reunion with her boyfriend Bryson C. She told me about the stories of your injuries.) I couldn't believe what I had heard after I had just seen you and Ryan L. at Target this spring. I googled your name and found your family blog. I've spent the last 5 hours reading through your everyday trials and successes. Your strength and determination to get better brought tears to my eyes many times. I can only hope that if a loved one I know has to go through what you have they have just an ounce of your spirit. You and your family are strong people and you have had an amazing success story in your journey to recovery. It was nice to see the many pictures of our classmates and to read how well you are doing. Keep up the hard work and continue to get stronger!
I hope the New Year will continue to bring you, Courtney and your family more success stories in your recovery and many happy adventures.
Take care and Merry Christmas.
Kristin Morrell
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