a new home, sort of

Yesterday I had the joy of spending the day with Leslie and watching her get out of bed FOUR times and walk from her bed to the door and about six feet down the hall. She needs a great deal of encouragement since her strength is dimished by beng in bed so much. But she is doing it! Wow! The doctor took out the staples today and tomorrow she is moving to Herrick Rehabilitation Hospital in Berkeley. That is where she was before, so many of the staff know her and can continue to help her mobilize her body. The dostor said 5-7 more weeks of wearing the brace. :( He will do serial x-rays to deermine the extent of the healing and fusion in the vertebrae. I know visits and calls are welcome. Join the cheerleading fan club for Leslie as we help her through this next phase.