If last night had been taken as a yardstick, we would have something real to worry about. Anju and I stayed with Daddy and much to our surprise he did not sleep a wink through the night. In fact, I don't think he even batted an eye-lid - such were his nameless anxieties. He was constantly battling fears that must have been swimming through his consciousness. When I repeatedly quizzed him, he pointed to large water-body (he was looking at the ceiling) or non-existent slope that was threatening to take him down or his wet feet (they were wiped repeatedly) or his desire to leave his bed to visit wash-room.....
So, Anju and I took turns to stay up, and by the morning we were puzzled and worried.
The day has turned out a whole lot better - in fact the best so far. He has stayed orientated through the day, rarely slipping back into the silent reverie and state of palpable anxiety. He stayed engaged with Mummy, Neeti, Sunil, Anju and me. Later in the evening, he surprised all of us by informing Punam Bhuaji and Vikky that he has had knee replacement operation! This is the first time he has acknowledged this fact.
He responded well to physiotherapy exercises, though it must be said that due to his lowered levels of situational awareness, he has not been able to stand on his own (with the help of a walker), much less walk. To that extent, he is behind schedule and may not be discharged on Monday as planned by the hospital.
As I said, the day was largely a happy one and I am posting a few pictures to share some of those moments.
More tomorrow......
So, Anju and I took turns to stay up, and by the morning we were puzzled and worried.
The day has turned out a whole lot better - in fact the best so far. He has stayed orientated through the day, rarely slipping back into the silent reverie and state of palpable anxiety. He stayed engaged with Mummy, Neeti, Sunil, Anju and me. Later in the evening, he surprised all of us by informing Punam Bhuaji and Vikky that he has had knee replacement operation! This is the first time he has acknowledged this fact.
He responded well to physiotherapy exercises, though it must be said that due to his lowered levels of situational awareness, he has not been able to stand on his own (with the help of a walker), much less walk. To that extent, he is behind schedule and may not be discharged on Monday as planned by the hospital.
As I said, the day was largely a happy one and I am posting a few pictures to share some of those moments.
More tomorrow......
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