As a child this was my favorite statement... Mom especially heard her fair share of this from my lips.... The torch has been passed, to my niece who can be as stubborn as I and today my father....
He wasn't saying this as much as living the expression.... Today he was able with minimal assistance sit on the edge of the bed and do things we all do without much thought... Putting on a shirt, brushing his teeth, combing his hair..... Now he has done these acts before this, but he required more assistance or had to be sitting up in the bed or in a wheelchair... But today he was strong and balanced enough to accomplish these tasks nearly on his own.. Obviously a huge accomplishment, and one more step towards independence..
Therapists are thrilled with his progress and determination... Reminding him often of how far he has come, even though he has far to go....
Dad's gonna be running marathons before you know it! He is so lucky to have such wonderful support from you and your family! I'm so glad your sister was able to make it up to see him again! You're doing such a wonderful job with him and still able to juggle everything else!! You're amazing! Love you!
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