Well, I have to say that this week seems to be an exhausting one for all of the Karlen family - at least we are getting over the hump this week. Dad is working very hard in rehab and has been exhausted from all the therapy. They have him up and at 'em very early. On Tuesday, he was showered, shaved, and dressed by 7:30. He has been doing very well with his physical therapy and all the walking he is doing. He is now using a regular walker and is able to support his entire body weight on his own. Denny and Georgia visited on Tuesday afternoon and had a nice chat with Dad and then went out to dinner with Mom and Marian. Today Mom and Dad were able to work on a crossword puzzle together, but it made Dad very tired.
The rehab is going well. At times, Dad seems a bit bored with the activities and they must get him to focus and tell him why it is important he do these things (you've had an injury and these activities will help you heal). Definitely more hard work in store for Dad, but we know he can handle it.
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