Hey,
Things have settled down some, so you haven’t heard from us as frequently. But here it is, Saturday night of the long weekend, and we’re stuck in the hospital, bored. So, it’s time for an update.
I can say “us” now because Ian’s coherent enough to participate in this update. He’s now able to spend a few hours a day in a wheelchair, although he can’t propel himself anywhere. He gets outside occasionally with friends at the wheel. He’s getting more adept at using the left hand in the cast, so he’s mastered brushing his teeth and eating some foods. Right leg still in a splint, right shoulder still immobile in a sling. Ribs are healing nicely, shoulder incision had the staples removed but it’s still weeping.
As the pain meds diminish, he’s regaining some concentration and alertness – enough to be bored with his limited choice of activities. With the tablet touchscreen computer he’s able to be in touch with the outside world. We’ve purchased a portable DVD player to watch videos (because the download speed of the hospital internet won’t allow streaming).
Friends have been stopping by, which is much appreciated.
With the kids at their grandmother’s, I managed my agreed-upon 2.5 days of work this week.
Ian feels he’s getting a little better every day, but it seems likely he’ll be here (at rehab) for another month at least. We are returning to the St. Mike’s trauma centre for an appointment with Ian’s surgeon next week. That will give us our first indication of how things are healing. Fingers crossed.Cindy & Ian
