This update comes from Jodie mid-September - approximately 3 weeks after the accident.
The next three days brought an incredible amount of progress from Kollin as he pushed himself just a little more each time he had Physical Therapy. One morning shortly after waking up, he said to me, “Mom, today when Lisa comes, I’m going to do twice as many reps as she tells me to do.” His competitive, fighting spirit was coming back in full force. The more he moved about, the more he got out of his bed, the harder he worked during PT, the stronger his lungs became, and the less he needed the Bi-Pap machine during the day. What was once so very difficult for him, like sitting on the edge of the bed, became second nature. He began to balance on his own while sitting up-right. Strength was increased as he balanced side to side and front to back. (being able to balance with a heavy neck brace on is quite an impressive feat.)
I would like to mention here that during this weekend, Kollin’s nurse Sandi was a huge help to us in encouraging KPG, and us to fight for what we wanted to see happen. She kept telling Kollin that his attitude was the Best she’d ever seen, and the kind that would take him places.
On Thursday September 26th, Kollin graduated to a REAL wheelchair. His nurse, Jenny told him that she has never seen a spinal cord injury patient move so quickly from the swing wheelchair to a REAL upright wheelchair. Yes, He is AMAZING, and we know why… PRAYER WORKS!!!!!! Kollin has been wheeling himself down to the Physical Therapy Gym and back twice a day now for the past 3 days. His spirits are soaring as he sees that HE can get himself where he wants to go. It’s been an amazing week!!!!!!
What a difference a week can make huh???? We are ever so grateful for your continuous support and prayers offered on Kollin’s behalf. We’ve felt it everyday, these past 4 WEEKS and everyday more and more Miracles occur. Isn’t Life Grand????? Out of a tragic accident our hearts will be forever knit in unity with so many good, caring folks. May God bless you all for your goodness.
I definitely believe that a positive attitude and desire to fight for what you want to see happen is a fabulous way to create hope. It is evident that Jodie and Kollin (and their family/friends) were determined to fight for the best possible outcome. They did not sulk, feel sorry for themselves or seek pity from others. Instead, they sought love and prayers from others for their support and did what was necessary on their end to see that the desired outcome was achieved. Walt Whitman said: "Keep your face always toward the sunshine, and the shadows will fall behind you."
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