January 24
January 24th, 2007
Tomorrow will be my last full day of therapy as Friday afternoon I have my last stem cell IV and Saturday we are heading home. At this stage Saturday cannot come fast enough. We have made some really great friends here which I know we will stay in contact with, they have made our time in China almost fun.
I have not reached the point where I wanted to be by now but there have been improvements, which have made me pretty happy. I am now more independent when walking and I’m definately steadier on my feet. I did picture myself carrying my own luggage out of the hospital and running across the tarmac at home to meet my boys. This is not going to happen and I’m getting vibes that perhaps I’m a little impatient and maybe these goals were unrealistic. I will keep working towards these kinds of goals at home.
If my determination, the Therapists support, the special chinese potions, the nurses care and Sunny’s crews support was enough I would make the next Australian Olympic Team. These people mentioned above have also laughed politely at Garry’s jokes, making him feel better too.
Anyway another full day of therapy tomorrow and I will give it everything I have.
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3 Comments Add your own
1. Lauraine | January 24th, 2007 at 7:07 pm
With your attitude Rachel, and Gary’s support, the best is yet to come. I know how hard you are prepared to work, so if it can happen, it will. Looking forward to seeing you both on Sunday – I won’t have to keep drinking that red on my own. I told your Dad to just call out if needs be – will call on them anyway. Aimee says she can get Angus to say Rachel in 4 days – Apparently he was in trouble tonight and all he did was call for “Poppie” – we are certainly missing him. Anyway take care and God bless – see you soon
Lauraine
2. mac & Jill | January 24th, 2007 at 8:41 pm
Hi Rachel & Gary
Things sound great and you are right with dedication anything is possible. I have seen this in Jill. We had Dinner at a local restraunt tonight – first since the fall and she was able to walk with the crutch. I know how much you want to be home – make the most of the last rehab and bring back as much infomation as you can to help you continue those improvments.
We wish you a safe trip home and look forward to here from you when you get home.
Love mac & Jill
3. kelly | January 25th, 2007 at 6:50 am
I was hoping to see you running on your return but I too realise that was unrealistic but i no you will keep working at it & when I come to visit we need to do lots of walking & exercise because I’m so fat! It sounds like it has all been worth it & I no I keep saying it but I cant wait to see you. I’ve loved being able to read this site & really loved the pictures. Mum has tried to submit comments but has been unable too but does read them everyday. have a safe journey home luv ya.
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