Annie: It has been nearly 20 days since coming home from the hospital and about 20 weeks since Matt has felt well(ish). In time, he’ll tell what he feels led to share about how truly ill he had been.
But I can share…he’s getting well.
In the first week home, I was practically Matt’s shadow sticking right by home for ALL tasks. I supervised, supported, managed, coordinated, monitored, did for…as well as listened, courageously spoke truth, and prayed my heart out. With my dad here to watch over Matt, I was able to slip out a time or two for a few minutes to give my horse a quick groom, a carrot and a smooch–I didn’t have margin for anything else.
Toward the end of the week, Matt was able to do a tiny bit more for himself. I set up an outdoor self-care station so Matt could shave, brush his teeth, clip his nails, and put on some lotion. I washed his feet.
In the second week home we had visits from home health (nurse, physical therapy, occupational therapy) and Matt showed progress with his speed and ease of maneuvering with a walker to the bathroom, bedroom, deck and couch (home base). I was able to resume seeing my clients–such joy!
My dad left on Saturday (5/20) after confirming that Matt could go down and up a flight of stairs. On Sunday (5/21) I left Matt alone and got out to see my horse for a little bit checking in with Matt via text frequently–we survived that “scary” next step.
This week Matt has continued to show physical improvements. Now, when he asks me to do things for him, I’m able to ask: “Do you think you are able to do it?” We’re working on the balance between Matt’s increasing independence and his stamina and his (too high) motivation to do it all. He’s also been experiencing radical healing in other areas of his life that I know he’d like to share about himself.
Please pray for: our patient expectation within the healing process, wisdom and faith in decision making, and hearts that are actively listening and obedient to the call of Christ.
Matt & Annie - Journey 