Note: This post is from Eric

Yesterday was a rough day. It started with Hannah still feeling bad due to the side effects of all the pain medicine she's been on. It came to the worst during her occupational therapy session. She spent a lot of energy on brushing out her hair (it had been in a bun for a week) and by the time she was finished she was exhausted, in pain and it made her sick. She spent the rest of the day in bed and we missed out on a lot of therapy.

The high point of the day came at about 10:00 that evening when Dr. Jallo's resident came to remove Hannah's sutchures. I'm always surprised at how young he looks. His momma must be proud. One night this week our nurse asked who our surgeon was. When we mentioned Dr. Jallo she seemed impressed. She wondered how we were able to get him. We just emailed him. It's easier to get in touch with a high caliber surgeon than it is our own family physician.

We more than made up for the lack of progress today. It's been a long one that left Hannah in bed, resting peacefully I hope. I could use a beer.

We had back to back PT, OT, psych, and planning meetings all the way until dinner time. Here are the highlights:

Hannah got fitted for an AFO (Ankle Foot Orthotic) to help correct her dropped foot. With it on, she had a much easier time taking steps with the walker.
Hannah practiced taking the stairs. It was hard for her and a little terrifying. We're planning on sleeping downstairs for a while.
Hannah also practiced stepping over obstacles and taking back steps with the walker. They simulated a shower stall (which we have at home) and how to get into it. We'll buy a shower chair when we get home.
I met with a lady who will be helping us get home. She was awesome and was thinking of things that had not yet come to mind. She asked if we'd need help with the TSA at the airport...yes.
When we get home Hannah will not be able to bend, twist or lift anything heavier than a gallon of milk.
We'll need in-home PT, OT and nursing for a few weeks and then will continue PT at an out-patient center in OKC.
Hannah will need an adult who can assist nearby anytime she is showering, dressing or walking with her walker. She'll require hands-on help when walking up and down the stairs.

We're still waiting on the pathology report. Hannah still can't feel her legs. Hopefully the sensation will come back soon.

We're planning on being home early next week. If you're interested in helping out once after we get back, please email my sister-in-law, Jenny Kouri, at granatavolunteers@gmail.com

Thank you.