Caleb was allowed to sit up a bit today. The neurosurgeon said to let him sit up off and on throughout the day but to make sure he goes back to laying flat in between. The doctor is still pleased with his progress and the incision. Things are on track for us to be home by the weekend. Caleb will have to take it easy for quite some time. He will likely miss the next 3 weeks of school and even when he does feel up to going back, it will have to be for a half day here and there. It will take some time to get him back to normal activity so we will have to gradually increase his activity.
Caleb was so excited to finally get out of the hospital room. We took him for a short wagon ride down to the playroom.
The playroom had a giant screen for video games. Caleb was in heaven. We had to limit his time because we didn't want him to overdue it. After about 30 minutes, we took him back to the room so he could lay down.
Luckily, he had his buddy Bryce to keep him occupied for a couple of hours.
I just had to share this. One of Caleb's classmates made this "get well" card. How cute is it that he drew a picture of Caleb in his wheelchair! And with spiky hair and glasses! So cute.
Caleb enjoying some pizza for dinner.
The physical therapist is going to come by in the morning to work with Caleb. I think the plan is to see if Caleb is able to stand or take any steps. I'm not sure what to expect. I guess it is worth a try but I know that it can take weeks, even months, for him to regain the strength he had. We'll see how he does.
Thanks for all the prayers and comments. They mean a lot.
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That TV is awesome!!! Geez, I want to come hang out at your hospital ;) We did laps with Kingsley in a wagon for hours and hours when he was recovering in the hospital. Nothing else to do and his room was making him crazy. Caleb looks like he's doing great, that's so awesome to see. Kingsley had lots of leg twitching right after his detethering and then not a whole lot for awhile, it was slow to come back. He had/has a lot less functioning than Caleb though. I hope it comes back quickly for him so that he doesn't get frustrated. So excited that you might get home this weekend!
love the little drawing by his friend!
Cassie & Glenn,
I am absolutely amazed at how beautiful everything has been for Caleb! I have been reading the FB and blog and have been in tears the whole time. My niece, Eden (3) has just been diagnosed with Hydrocephalus (sp?) and had brain surgery. Her condition was far worse than what a shunt could do, so they had to do full on brain surgery. She is healing beautifully, and we pray that her head begins to "shrink" a bit. For now, God has her just as he wants her. She is amazing. Reading Caleb's story makes me think of how fortunate we all are. To think that children in other countries who can't afford medical care have to live what lives they can in this state...and some don't even make it. God is so good. Even in Jayna's situation, God continually gives me Jeremiah 29:11. It's our Family Mantra and I have been saying it over Caleb and Eden non-stop. The Lord is so good, so faithful, so protective, so caring, and the best doctor we could ever hope for.
Dave and I will continue to pray that Caleb's healing is flawless and that he bounces back and takes us all for a BIG surprise!
PLEASE let me know if I can help you with anything. I would be so happy to bring by activities, crafts, books, etc for Caleb when he gets home. I know my girls would love to come with me and pray with you all.
Hugs,
Kat Curlee
817-405-9508
Oh that drawing...just adorable. Nate got to take a wagon ride after his surgery, too. He had a ball and was so happy to get out of the bed. Our hospital didn't have an awesome game room though. The recovery seems to be going well. He'll be up and moving around in no time!!! :)
He looks awesome....sweet boy! I love the picture of him with his friend....<# Hang in there mama~!
Hi Cassie,
I'm friends with Carrie Holt and also have a child with SB (Analise, age 6.5). I'm finding your blog very helpful as my daughter is probably right around the corner from having the TC surgery as well.
Praying for your son's recovery.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/analise
Hi Cassie,
I'm friends with Carrie Holt and also have a child with SB (Analise, age 6.5). I'm finding your blog very helpful as my daughter is probably going to need TC surgery in the coming months.
Praying for Caleb's quick recovery.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/analise
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