Wednesday, October 1st

I saw Pai tonight.  He had a good night's sleep last night, so he looked rested.

Occupational Therapist spent some time with him yesterday.
The home visits with OT will be coming to an end soon.  I know Pai will continue with OT and PT outside the home, but unsure what that "looks" like yet.

Pai will receive his last home visit from the Nurse tomorrow.
The wound is healing....slowly, but surely.  We are waiting for the scab to fall off before Pai will be ready for Prosthetic Leg

Monday, September 29th

Pai said he slept better last night.  He took a nap this afternoon too.  Nothing too new to report.  We are waiting on the scab from the incision to heal and fall off, so that Pai can be fitted for Prosthetic leg.  He continues to wear shrinker.

Pai continues on pain meds.  It's been over 1 month since the amputation.  I asked Pai if the pain is less, he answered, of course it is better, but not gone yet.

Pai continues to do his Occupational Therapy exercises.

He seems to be in a good state of mind.

"God, I pray for healing for Pai's incision.  I pray that the scab dry up and fall off.  I pray for Pai to feel better and for the pain to go away."
In Jesus Name, AMEN!

Friday, September 26th

Today Pai had a visit from the Physical Therapist.  I don't know too much about the appointment, but Pai said it went well and he likes working with the PT.

Pai has decided to continue on his pain med.  He did need it early this morning in the middle of the night and he is going to take it as needed.  I think he is going to stop trying to "stick it out" without pain med.  He is realizing he still needs it.

Today was a good day.  I am looking forward to the weekend.

Thursday, September 25th

Today Pai had a few visits.  The Occupational Therapist worked with Pai this morning  and is encouraging Pai to be more active.  Tonight when I arrived,  he was up and using the walker.

Pai also went the entire day today without pain medicine.  He is really trying not to need it, but I think he may need some to help him sleep tonight.

I asked him this morning if he slept last night.  It sounded like he had a better night's sleep.  

He had a visit from the RN.  I believe during her visits, she checks his blood pressure and cleans and wraps the incision area.

Susan, the Prosthetist  also dropped by to see Pai and check the incision.  She told Mae it looks better than last week.

Pai looked good tonight.

My day was good, but this evening it took a turn for the worse.  Wish I could say every day is a good day for me, but that would be a down right lie.  Someone once said, "If you never have a bad day, how would you know what a good day looks like."

"God, I pray for Pai's continued recovery.   Help me to believe that You are in control of Pai's life and mine and remind me that I have absolutely nothing to fear because You are Great!  Help me to remember Your Greatness every moment."

Wednesday, September 24th

Pai was expecting a visit today from the Physical Therapist, but he was not able to make it.

He is still having trouble sleeping.  When I asked him today, why he thinks he isn't sleeping well during the night, he said it's because of the pain.  Pain medicine helps, but he continues to be somewhat uncomfortable because wound is still healing.

Pai looked good tonight.  His color is good, cheeks rosy.  He did take a nap during the day today without any sleep aide.  Hopefully, he will get a good night's sleep tonight.

The incision is looking better and beginning to heal more.

Mae has been instructed to wash the shrinker a couple of times a week.  It needs to be hand washed and hung dry.  It takes a while, so Pai stopped wearing the shrinker for about 24 hours.  Susan, the Prosthetist plans on ordering another shrinker, but she wanted to wait because she knows Pai's leg will shrink and he will need another size shrinker.

Overall for me, it's been a good week.  I am doing my best to stay in the present and not in the "scary" future.  Trusting God along the way.  God has Pai's journey under control.  I have to remind myself that I can get out of God's way and He doesn't need my help.  This whole experience is strengthening my faith in God. If only I could surrender ALL to Him.

Tuesday, September 23rd

Today Pai had a visit from the Occupational Therapist.  She spent a good amount of time with Pai teaching him to do some exercises.  She is trying to help him strengthen his muscles to prepare his body for the Prosthetic.

Pai still had a difficult time sleeping last night, but was able to get some rest and sleep today.  I didn't have much time to chat with him today, but he seems to be doing well.

Taking life one day at at time and doing my best to trust God with All.  It's not easy, but I am trying to Let Go of trying to take charge and control of so many areas of my life and Pai's life.  Life goes so much smoother if only, I would Let God do His job.

I love you Pai.  I believe at the end of this journey with God's help you will be walking with the Prosthetic and be independent again.

Monday, September 22nd

I saw Pai briefly this morning when I dropped off Sean.  He was well, but he is having a difficult time sleeping due to the pain.  Wound is still healing of course, which is why he continues to be in some pain.  Doctor suggested an over-the-counter sleep aide.  We will see if it helps him tonight to have a better night's sleep.  He will begin with one tablet and increase to two tomorrow night if needed.

The RN stopped by today at their home to check on Pai's wound.  It was a little red when she saw it last, but looked better today.

Pai continues to wear the shrinker sock.  It appears to be working because the sock is getting looser which leads me to believe his leg is shrinking.  This is a good sign, swelling is going down. Leg continues to shrink to normal size and preparing for Prosthetic leg.

I had a good day today and I am feeling incredibly blessed for this good day.  Yesterday's sermon helped me to Let Go and Let God today and it feels really good to be trusting God.