He is starting to eat on his own - very small amounts - even though he HATES the hospital food. He even made me try some of his pudding before he would eat it! I guess I was the guinea pig. He sometimes gets a bit queasy after he eats because his body just isn't used to eating. He is still tube fed occasionally.
He is still getting dialysis three times a week but hopefully that will change soon. We really hope his kidneys start to become self sufficient because he will be able to get to therapy sooner. He wants to get out of bed and walk sooooo bad so I cannot wait until he starts getting the strength back in his legs. I know that will make him feel better.
He has been awake more often lately so if you can get up to see him, definitely try and do so. He loves friendly faces and is always willing to share his hospital food with you. Thanks again to everyone for all the love and support :)
After a bike ride down at Honeoye Lake last summer. Bennett's attire is his UB racing uniform - he did not pick the pink if you were wondering ;)
3 comments:
Lindsay, I am so glad you are done with your exams so you can be back to be your Dad's personal food tester...I was laughing out loud when I read that one. I am so amazed and pleased with your Dad's recovery. He is awesome. Try to see if the nurses will let you take him outside in his bed so he can get some fresh air. They may have to vest restrain him but getting out of there will be worth it! Linda
Lindsay, thanks for the post. I am addicted to this Blog!! I hope exams went well. Gino said that Walter called him by name the other day - I was thrilled to hear it.
I have had some minor health issues so I have stayed away, but...back to work tomorrow and I will be up to visit this weekend.
Kathy (Gino's better half)
ps thanks for explaining Bennett's pink outfit!!!!
Hey, I think Bennett looks good in pink!
Jim (Bennett's dad)
Keep things happening!
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