Every day Nick does better and better. Today was his first physical therapy session. He did great. They were pleased with the movement he was getting with his leg. As of today we have 6.0 millimeters of new length. We are getting use to the monitor device and not so frustrated.
We ventured out into the world today. loaded Nick, crutches and his really big wheelchair into the car to head to Trader Joe's for some fruit and veggies. Got Nick in, got the crutches in, and then it was somewhat amusing. Had to laugh at myself especially when another parent came running to my aid. All went well until I got the chair stuck in the back of the car. Not far enough in and not coming out either. Took a deep breath and suddenly all was good again. We found Chik-fila to pick up dinner. Then on the way home the most beautiful rainbow came out in the sky. It was a rainbow that you could see from side to side. We chased it all the way back to the Hackerman Patz House and took some pictures with the Hospital and the rainbow. Nick and I both think that it is a sign. Either that we came to the right place or that we have a lot of friends back home thinking of us.
Two Long Legs
Waiting to see Dr. H for August check up
Nick's bionic Leg!
Xray shows the amount of length that is now gained. Just have to wait for the bone mass to harden.
Choir Tour 2008 Send Off Concert
"Friends" A special song sung at the end of every Choir Tour Concert. Past choir members are asked to come up and sing. Nick hobbled to the front and Marissa made sure he was with a friend.
Relaxing at Home.
Reading a book on the porch. Very comfortable.
Our Hero
Dr. Herzenberg stopped by the party and we were able to get this great picture.
Party at the HP
The ice cream truck came with treats for everyone in the house.
Buddies
Nick and Jack. Jack is in the room next door and he stops by to check on Nick often.
Inner Harbor for dinner
Celebrating that we will be going home
Ross decided to stay with us in Baltimore!
Hope this gives Florence Nightingale an occasional break.
Dad must be cheating.......
Where did he get all those hotels?
Family Monopoly out on the patio
Dad and Ross came by to help us pass the time.
Another special visit
Maeve and her mother made the road trip to Baltimore.
Visitors from Pittsburgh
Nick's Covenant Group drove down to lift his spirits.
Future Docs
Today we had a visit from International students Nicks age. All hope to become doctors some day.
Chick Magnet
All the girls wanted a picture with the "Big NC"
Nick and his personal (slave) nurse...
Nick and Luise are doing well in Baltimore
Getting around
Practicing for the Wheel Chair races in the parking lot.
A good sign!
today a rainbow appeared over Baltimore. Looks like we picked the right place for Nick to be for his leg lengthening.
Home away from Home
Relaxing at the Hackerman Patz House. Thanks Mimi for knitting this great Bethel Park Blanket.
"Hey I am ready!"
Nick in his own clothes ready to leave the Hospital
Day One, Up and playing video games
Nick still playing golf, Nintendo Mario Golf. Beat his Dad bad!!!!!
Dinner at Obrycki's!
Great Seafood! Stuffed. Good thing, Nick can not eat after midnight.
Heading to the Links
Last day to golf before surgery
Helping at the Golf Clinic
"Paying it forward" thanks Missie
Golf Clinic
Watch me swing the club!
Rainbow of Hope
Coincidence??
Nicklaus named after the great golfer Jack Nicklaus. Shares the same birthdate as Tiger Woods.
At the Drive In
Good Times with my girlfriend
7 comments:
We are SOOO happy to hear the good report after the first PT appointment! We are all thinking of you.
Love and hugs to all from the McCloskeys
What a speed demon. I bet it felt great to get out for a little while. I laughed when pictured your mom wrestling with the wheelchair. During summer school, I took an adapted chair to a students house, got the wheel stuck in the dirt, and almost ate the concrete when my aide and I tripped over it. Hopefully, you two will have better luck with chairs on wheels. Looks like everythig is going well...love you both!
I just got back from horseback riding lessons...my little friend was angry and did not want to ride...so...he bit my hand and left 2 bruises on my arm and a ring of teeth marks around my knuckle...Nick...do NOT bite your therapist next time you see her...okay!
Nick,
You'll be a pro by the time you get back - you'll win all of the wheelchair races at youth lock-ins at church!
So glad you're doing well. It's no surprise that you work hard at therapy!
Blessings,
Mrs. O
Nick,
Sounds like you are staying strong & keeping the faith. Tell you mom not to let the wheelchair win the wrestling match! The rainbow....definitely a wonderful positive sign from the big guy above! Keep working hard & before you know it you'll be home.
We all miss you bunches here & at Chapel Choir (especially that Kevin character)!
Love,
Miss Dale
I love you nick. You are one awesome kid. Cant wait to see when you get home. Do Work Son, and remain in the lobby.
that rainbow pic is awwwwwesome! :) nick...ur doing great and soon enough it'll all be through! keep doin ur thing :) luv u!!! xoxo
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