Hurt Hubby Update

He's still about the same. Pain all the time some worse than others. Not able to walk long distances or sit for extended periods of time. Doc has restricted him to lifting no more than 5lbs. She gave special exemption to picking up Wild Man. She's never had a parent turn away their child no matter how hurt they are! He's suppose to avoid stairs and any strenuous activity to his back. He can fish so long as the fish isn't a big fighter but like hubby says-Then what's the point? ;)

As far as routine daily activities, if his body will allow him to do it with minimum pain then he's cleared for it. Biking, vacuuming, swimming, etc are all okay. Unfortunately his body isn't cooperating. He's tried biking but couldn't make it out of the yard. Vacuuming doesn't bother him if it's done in short spurts. He'll load/unload the dishwasher. He even folds laundry but I have to haul it up and down the stairs.

Some days are good while other's aren't so good. Some days he can walk around our block while other's require assistance getting up from a chair. It's all quite the roller coaster ride but he's taking it like a champ! He hasn't been terribly moody about it and tries to find joy in the little things he's still able to do. He reads A LOT, helps with house chores, plays video games, and has recently taken over the laptop perusing Craigslist-which is why my blog updates have slowed! With any luck, he can find a hobby that will keep him busy and give me back the laptop! lol

We're keeping our fingers crossed and praying something will work to heal his back. I'm holding on the the knowledge we're going through this for a reason. At some point we may understand why we're on this path but, for now we're just living in the moment. Finding the good things in life to focus on. Trying not to worry too much about the future nor dwelling on the past. By God's grace and will, he'll be healed and we'll come through this. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers!