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Dear Family and Friends,
While Boston may be digging out from another 8" of snow, Sherri is digging in to her routine of physical therapy. Some of this occurs with her new physical therapist at the nearby rehab center. More stretching, more stairs, more strengthening, more "this hurts", more courage, and more success. One of the objectives is to get to a point where Sherri can walk with only one crutch. The PT wisely noted that not everybody reaches this objective at the same time and for Sherri it's going to be a while longer. When Sherri isn't doing PT with the therapist, she's working on various exercises at her apartment. This is when she's not catching a nap or visiting with friends.
She continues to be on pain meds and her sleep at night is often good yet not always. Sherri and Wendy shopped for shoes but weren't able to check that off the list yet. They also made a visit to the craft store to pick up some items. Yesterday, Sherri attended the funeral of John Mason, Professor of Economics at Gordon College, who retired in 1997. Sherri tires easily from these activities yet it is good to see her getting out some. One thing is for sure: she needs to allow extra time. She continues to calibrate her expectations with the reality of what she's facing. Many have asked "how is Sherri doing" emotionally. I would characterize her outlook as positive with a healthy dose of realism. The roller coaster ride continues !!
Yes, these are days for digging in to gain strength and steadily work recovery.
Wendy and I appreciate your ongoing encouragement, love, and faith filled prayers on behalf of Sherri.
With thanks,
Steve
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