Talked wtih Debbie and I guess between the Physical therapy and the Occupational therapy, there was just no time left in the first day of rehab. They had Lea Ann up from 1130am until that evening around 4pm. We did find out after she entered PT that the stroke affected the left side as well. Once again, complete recovery is likely. She still has not moved her right hand, but continues to have sensation in it, which is a good sign. She did, however, help lift the right leg during her exercises! The physical therapists are asking that the family refrain from assisting Lea Ann in her activities as much as possible. Debbie said that has been the hardest thing for her (as a mother) to do yet. But this will help Lea Ann gain her strength faster instead of relying on others from the beginning. She was able to hold a glass to drink and fed herself with some difficulty since the coordination of the left side is still a bit lacking. Debbie and Jake were instructed on certain exercises from the physical therapist that they'll have to do with Lea Ann twice a day in addition to her scheduled PT and OT. So continue to pray for strength for the caregivers as well!
Debbie emailed on Wednesday evening and said Jake had returned to work for the first time today (Bradley University is just a few minutes from the hospital.) Lea Ann was so busy with her therapy. Said it started at 7am this time and "not a free moment" all day. Some of the things Lea Ann tackled today were sitting up, assisting herself to her wheelchair, taking a couple steps with help, and rolling over in bed well now. Just like Debbie says, "So many things we take for granted..." She also gave herself a bath today. Debbie says her mood is really good, but she is totally exhausted. She's such a fighter! They plan to get her up at 7am on Thursday for her first shower. I bet Lea Ann can't wait for that!
Lea Ann needs all the encouragement she can get and we continue to encourage cards be sent to her at the above address. Keep those prayers coming as well!
"Take the first step in faith. You don't have to see the whole staircase; just take the first step." ~Martin Luther King, Jr. <
Thursday, March 27, 2008
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Needless to say you are constantly in our thoughts and prayers! I'm sure it is difficult to keep going, but hey, us Friga girls are fighters! I had to laugh at all those comments that call you "Friga" -- I remember being called that :) (see I can remember WAY back when!)
Luke's 4x800 team got first place in the track meet. He made varsity as a freshman so he is flying HIGH!Remember we love you!! Diane
Lea Ann & Family,
We wanted you to know that St. Mary's parish is praying for your full recovery, strength for your family and wisdom for your caregivers. God bless you!
Patti Sexton
Admin. Assistant
St. Mary's, West Plains
Lea, All of us are praying for you and are in amazement of your strength and perserverance. You will shine through all of this as you do through everything.
Much love always,
Dawn
Lea Ann,
We are praying for you, your family, friends, and doctors. Hang in there!
God Bless!
Jackie, Allison, and Jackson Cox
Willow Springs, MO
Lea Ann,
You, Jake and your families are constantly in our thoughts and prayers. On your road to recovery keep in mind that every step is an acomplishment to smile about...no matter how big or small.
Lots of love,
Wade and Andrea Horn
We were just sent this link, we just want you to know that we will be praying for Lea Ann and the Friga family...the Lord shows Himself to us in these times, and we just pray for comfort and rehabilitation!!! Good luck, and stay strong!!
Justin and Melody (Sims) Bradley & kids
Lea Ann,
So glad to hear that you are moving ahead so quickly. You are such an inspiration to everyone and we are praying and thinking of you constantly. I know you will beat this running! You are an awesome awesome gal and you mean a lot to so many of us. I am so proud to call you one of the best friends I have. My mom sends her encouragement and said to tell you that she knows you will come though this like a champ. I love you and will be in touch soon.
Lea Ann,
You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers. You're such a fighter....you'll be back to kicking Jake's butt in competitions (cards, board games, washers, sports) in NO time! Stay strong and get well soon!!!! Our prayers will continue...as well as the prayers of everyone we know! God hears them all!!!
We love you and can't wait to see you soon!
Laurel, Brian and Carter
Hi Lea Ann,
You're in our prayers everyday. I don't know that I have been ever been as excited to get a phone message as the other other evening when I heard your voice on our machine! We're so proud of your hard work in physical therapy! Keep up the great work. There are so many people rooting for you. If anyone can do it, it's YOU! If you can put up with Jake, I'm convinced you can do anything. :-)We love you and will see you soon,
Amy, Brian and Alyssa Carroll
Lea Ann... Still thinkin about ya... My Mom and I were talking yesterday and she shared something with me that she has been thinking about. And since she is computer illiterate, I better share it w/ you. (She would prob word it better, being that she teaches English, but I'll do my best... ) She said that she keeps thinking back to when we played v-ball in high school, and we someone would call a time out... She said she just keeps thinking about you coming out of those timeouts, and how focused and pumped up you would be to make the next play... Clenching your fists, and stepping side to side... And how pumped up you would be when we made a good play or won a tough game... I can see it too. And I know you're fighting as hard as you can Friga.. Because that is what you do, and you're good at it...
Lea Ann... Still thinkin about ya... My Mom and I were talking yesterday and she shared something with me that she has been thinking about. And since she is computer illiterate, I better share it w/ you. (She would prob word it better, being that she teaches English, but I'll do my best... ) She said that she keeps picturing back to when we played v-ball in high school, and someone would call a time out... She said she just keeps thinking about you coming out of those timeouts, and how focused and pumped up you would be to make the next play... Clenching your fists, and stepping side to side with your arms out in front of you..... And how pumped up you would be when we made a good play or won a tough game... I can see it too. And I know you're fighting as hard as you can now too Friga.. Because that is what you do, and you're good at it...
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