Kerry walked for the first time!

Kerry has made an amazing step forward.  She walked for the first time since the accident!

After two physically and emotionally trying days,  she woke up yesterday morning and said she had to get up out of bed and just do it! Kerry stood with the physical therapist at the parallel bars, balanced herself, and walked 5 steps.  She sat down in the wheelchair, stood up again (with the help of the PT)  and walked another 5 steps.  It was exhausting, but she did it & she did it again today (THREE TIMES!).

I have three little girls, and I distinctly remember their first steps. But, watching Kerry's first steps today was so meaningful to me.  I was so proud of her & her determination. I had tears in my eyes, but tears of joy.

Even though she was in great pain, she stayed upright in her wheelchair for three hours.  We took her for a walk outside in the sunshine, and she listened to quiet music in her room to help the time pass. Her nails look lovely as well, after some hand massages & manicures.  Little things count!!

Kerry is on the road to recovery, but it will be long and arduous. She is making remarkable progress that might seem like small steps, but in the aggregate are monumental.  Over the last few days, her mobility and use of her arms has improved greatly.  She can take the pills out of her paper cup, and put them in her mouth.  She can hold a cup (with a straw) in her hand, and take a sip.  She can roll over from one side to the other, and use her hips to minimally shimmy herself around.  She can hold a fork in her hand, use it to poke a piece of food on a plate, and get it to her mouth.  She actually used a spoon, dipped it in yogurt & brought it to her mouth.  No spills!

The physical aspects of this accident are overwhelming, but the emotional are just as deep.  She wants to get her life back, and slowly but surely she will.

I continue to be in awe of the relationship that John and Kerry share.  The tenderness, the connection that they feel is to be revered.  The touching, quiet moments they share calm Kerry & give her strength.

Thanks for all your continued support, it means a great deal to Kerry and our family.

Love from Florida,
Mary Alice  (and Lynn, Dad & John)
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