September 25th

Dad is really starting to show progress. Although his voice is low in volume, his ability to stand, sit on the side of the bed has really improved "a great deal". "A great deal to us", is sitting by himself on the side of a bed and standing on his own with very little assistance. He's even amazed at his own progress. We're going to begin taking him out of the house this week to help stimulate his mind. We're thinking about taking him to the mall early in the morning when no one is there. He doesn't want to be around many people so we figured Mondays or Tuesdays would be great. We also think the zoo would be a great place for some stimulation especially around the monkeys.
Before the aneurysm, mom and dad would go to visit my uncle Lionel and Tia Stella every Saturday morning for breakfast. So we thought this would be a another way to resume his routine and will give it a try this coming Saturday.
I'm going to order an adult stander. This will allow him to stand for long periods of time. He needs to begin training his brain to feel weigh on his right leg and this device will allow him to left one leg at a time for exercise and will allow him to do squats without having to have two people around to support him. The outpatient rehab will not except him until he's able to sit and stand on his own without any assistance. His scar from the surgery has healed beautifully and it's a matter of time before his hair grows back to cover it up.
Lisa and I went to pick up his things from his office on Friday. It was sad to pack his belongings. He has so many awards and plaques. We're just so proud of him and proud to be his children. He has set the best example as a great human being and has taught us the importance of being true to ourselves. He has always treated each and every person regardless of color or race with so much respect and love from the heart.  For all of you who read this blog, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts, for your continued love and support for dad. It's truly just a matter of time (short) before he'll be out of the house for all of you to see, hug, kiss and talk to.
Dad was very depressed to see the Cats loose on Saturday. He stayed up until the first half then conked out. He'll always be a Wildcat and has faith they'll win some before the end of the season.
I apologize for not writing as often as before but no news is good news.
Rest assured, he's making great strides and improving daily.