As the Wood Family Reunion wound down this week, Larry received a lot of visits from his sons, daughters-in-law, and grandkids, in addition to the constant attention from Geri. His mental state overall has never quite returned to the clarity he had on Day 5; some days are better, some are worse.
Today, the pain in his legs seems to be bothering him a little less and he took a short walk with help (which he hasn’t done for a couple days). However, he had almost no sleep whatsoever last night, which has set him another step back with his memory and disorientation. Everyone is trying find the magic balance of pain medication, sleep, and physical therapy that will give both his mind and body the best chance to recover. The pain makes it hard for him to sleep, but pain medication makes it difficult to assess his mental progress. He needs the physical therapy to keep is body from withering away, but it doesn’t take much for him to be exhausted. Here’s hoping it’ll come together this week.
Chelsey, Zoe, and I attended Larry’s church ward today. We’re so grateful for the prayers and fasting offered by the ward members, and all of Larry’s friends and family. Thank you all.
Thanks for these updates. We are encouraged by the recent progress, even though the past few days have had ups and downs. Please extend our love to Geri and let Larry know we are praying for him.
Still thinking of you here in Chicago. Give Larry and Geri my best. Just keep those things balanced and try some non-traditional therapy depending on his hurt. A good foot rub or even a soak in a deep tub if the physical therapy area has it can relax him for better sleep.
Day by day.