The Race Is On

Joey is doing good and making great progress. He did take a little spill this morning when he decided to get up himself, against nurses orders. Luckily he was not hurt. We do love Joey's determination though in wanting to do things for himself. This determination and independence is exactly what is going to help Joey accomplish everything he sets out to do.

Joey's friend Kelly and his wife Emma brought up biscuits & gravy with tobascco sauce, which totally made Joey's day! Thank you!

Joey did great with Physical Therapy and was able to balance himself and walk with the walker down the hall quite a few feet, while only having to rest in the wheelchair one time each way. He even challenged an elderly woman with a walker to a race (in a few days). We love our Joey!

Tim from wound care came in as well as Dr. West & Dr. Garner. The pump draining his amputated leg & arm kept getting clots in it during the night, and would get plugged. The doctors put a pressure suction pump in, and that seems to be working much better.

Dr. Garner came in and worked on Joey's arm. He cleaned it and pulled it together a little more. Dr. Garner is hopeful to get Joey's arm completely closed by Tuesday or Wednesday of next week.

The rest of the day was football, visitors, and more football. What a good day! Joey and his dad were a little disappointed when the Vikings lost the game, but Jared was pretty pleased with the outcome, since he was cheering for the Saints. I'm sure he didn't rub it in either :)

You are doing great Joey! We love you! You have come so far, and you continue to amaze us everyday with your progress, your positive outlook, and your determination to get better and overcome these challenges and obstacles. We love you so much!
Keep it up!