Friday July 27

It has been a while since the last update. I have received several inquiries recently about Dad's progress so I will try to fill in the gaps. Dad had his last in home therapy session about 3 weeks ago. He has been reluctant to go into an out patient program because he doesn't think that they will able to do anything for him that he can't do himself at home. He is convinced that his NPH is inhibiting muscle development and that he has peaked on muscle tone. I am trying to encourage him to utilize the outpatient program for staying engaged and for other benefits such as balance and techniques that can help stay independent. Before the last PT left, she suggested that Dad be fitted with some orthotics for his shoes. She thinks that it will help with his balance and irregular gate. He should receive them soon.

Dad went to the cardiologist yesterday and got a glowing report. The echocardiogram did not show anything unexpected and he took Dad off of some of his medication. He is still in normal rhythm and has not been in A-Fib for months. The doc did hedged his rep by saying that any number of things could occur or re-occur at any time but he dismissed Dad for 3 months. Dad sounded upbeat...maybe now is a good time to suggest rehab again.

Dad continues to work hard and is faithful to the exercise program left by all the therapists. He entertains a few guests each week and has been checking on friends and family by phone. Several of his siblings are dealing with their own health issues currently and he tries to stay in contact with them. Nancy and I keep him up to date in between calls from FaceBook posts. Our son Nathan has been in Europe since late June but has been good to call Mom and Dad to keep them posted on his most excellent adventure. Skype is a wonderful application. His class work is over now so he is on his way to France, Switzerland, and Italy before he returns in August.

We continue to thank God for his love and faithfulness to our needs and trust in His providence. Our prayers are lifted daily for those friends and family who are facing life's challenges and continue to covet your prayers for Mom and Dad.

God is good.