It's been a busy few days at the Luker residence getting Dad settled in at home. Mom has had to remove the loveseat and a trunk from the den and change the direction of the kitchen table to open the living areas up so Dad move his wheelchair pretty easily from room-to-room. The bedroom also had to be rearranged to make room for Dad's hospital bed which we hope only has to be used short term. Mom & Dad had just bought a new bedroom set before Dad's stroke, and the bed is too high for Dad to get in/out of right now. Having the rails on the hospital bed make it easier for Mom to help him get in/out of bed as well. Besides rearranging the house, Dad has also been busy with his medical team. He has had visits from Mike, who
m you were introduced to on Saturday's blog, and so far the foot that was cut at Cane Island is healing nicely. Cathy, his physical therapist, came by on Monday to meet Dad and do an assessment of his walking ability as well as show him how to use the kitchen countertop as an aid to help him get a workout by standing and sitting 5-10 times in a row from his wheelchair. Cathy told Mom she could throw the dinner dishes in the sink too and have Dad stand there and rinse them before she puts them in the dishwasher. Mom said she REALLY liked Cathy!! Today, Kevin, an occupational therapist came by to evaluate Dad's ability to take care of his own needs. Kevin told Dad that they would work with him to help him gain his independence in several areas, especially dressing and grooming. Kevin showed Dad a
way he could practice putting on his own socks, as well as change shirts and put on a jacket. Kevin's assistant will be seeing Dad a few days a week to work on these things to take some of the responsibility off of Mom since she has to go to work each day. It has not been all work and no play, however. On Sunday, we all attended Sam's baptism. Sam is Mari's (one of my best friend's) little boy, and I am now one of his many Godmothers! After church, we all went out to Brookwood Community to have lunch. Dad had fun seeing everyone and bouncing Sam and Garrett (another friend's little boy) on his lap. Who wouldn't; they are the cutest, happiest, and most lovable little boys ever! Mom wanted me to be sure to tell all of you to feel free to stop by and visit Dad at home. It might be best to call ahead just to make sure he isn't scheduled for a therapy session or
a doctor's appointment, but we know he would love to see or hear from his friends. He gets a bit discouraged being home and not being able to do all the things he did before, but we keep telling him to be patient and keep working hard, and he'll get there. Mom's wonderful boss, Anna Williams, sent her an email yesterday morning that sure encouraged her and comforted her after having a rough start to the day. She wanted me to share it with you because she knows that she and Dad are not the only one dealing with problems.
"Cast away all fear. No fear shall remain. Only peace in the midst of chaos. You will walk on water by holding My hand as the wind and storm blows around you ... for I am with you. Right beside you whispering in your ear. Do not quit, dear one. Keep walking even though the sky seems dark. I can see all things. You will not sink. I am with you. Do not be afraid. I am making a way through this, not around this, but through this. This is a path I have laid out for you. But it leads to good. Don't I love you? Don't I care for you as only a Father can? Yes! Don't doubt my love for you, my precious daughter. Your heart is large and full of capacity for more of Me. Now is the time to come and drink Me in. You need more of Me. Only I will sustain you in the dark and lonely times. But I will brighten your eyes. I am the giver of hope. And there IS hope, dear one. There is always hope in Me. (Romans 15:13). AMEN!!
m you were introduced to on Saturday's blog, and so far the foot that was cut at Cane Island is healing nicely. Cathy, his physical therapist, came by on Monday to meet Dad and do an assessment of his walking ability as well as show him how to use the kitchen countertop as an aid to help him get a workout by standing and sitting 5-10 times in a row from his wheelchair. Cathy told Mom she could throw the dinner dishes in the sink too and have Dad stand there and rinse them before she puts them in the dishwasher. Mom said she REALLY liked Cathy!! Today, Kevin, an occupational therapist came by to evaluate Dad's ability to take care of his own needs. Kevin told Dad that they would work with him to help him gain his independence in several areas, especially dressing and grooming. Kevin showed Dad a 
way he could practice putting on his own socks, as well as change shirts and put on a jacket. Kevin's assistant will be seeing Dad a few days a week to work on these things to take some of the responsibility off of Mom since she has to go to work each day. It has not been all work and no play, however. On Sunday, we all attended Sam's baptism. Sam is Mari's (one of my best friend's) little boy, and I am now one of his many Godmothers! After church, we all went out to Brookwood Community to have lunch. Dad had fun seeing everyone and bouncing Sam and Garrett (another friend's little boy) on his lap. Who wouldn't; they are the cutest, happiest, and most lovable little boys ever! Mom wanted me to be sure to tell all of you to feel free to stop by and visit Dad at home. It might be best to call ahead just to make sure he isn't scheduled for a therapy session or
a doctor's appointment, but we know he would love to see or hear from his friends. He gets a bit discouraged being home and not being able to do all the things he did before, but we keep telling him to be patient and keep working hard, and he'll get there. Mom's wonderful boss, Anna Williams, sent her an email yesterday morning that sure encouraged her and comforted her after having a rough start to the day. She wanted me to share it with you because she knows that she and Dad are not the only one dealing with problems. "Cast away all fear. No fear shall remain. Only peace in the midst of chaos. You will walk on water by holding My hand as the wind and storm blows around you ... for I am with you. Right beside you whispering in your ear. Do not quit, dear one. Keep walking even though the sky seems dark. I can see all things. You will not sink. I am with you. Do not be afraid. I am making a way through this, not around this, but through this. This is a path I have laid out for you. But it leads to good. Don't I love you? Don't I care for you as only a Father can? Yes! Don't doubt my love for you, my precious daughter. Your heart is large and full of capacity for more of Me. Now is the time to come and drink Me in. You need more of Me. Only I will sustain you in the dark and lonely times. But I will brighten your eyes. I am the giver of hope. And there IS hope, dear one. There is always hope in Me. (Romans 15:13). AMEN!!
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