Troy's turn

It is Troy's turn for an update.  :)

It has been 9 weeks since his spinal fusion.  Initially he was doing well but things tapered off pretty quickly.  He still has pain but it is more manageable since surgery.  He walks daily and has followed doctor's orders.  But the last x-ray shows minimal bone growth in the lower fusion and none in the uppers.  His disability has been extended until 9/22.  He sees doctor again on 9/23 and may be able to start physical therapy then.  We shall see.

In the meantime, he has enjoyed the company of Megan and I for the summer.....maybe tolerated it?  I went back to work yesterday and Megan goes back to school on 8/27.  Troy will be lonely but has plans to keep himself busy.  He has several models to put together, an office to organize, and some naps to take.  Plus, he says he will bring me lunch once in a while since my school is just across the street!

He's doing better about listening to his body and sleeping when he feels like it instead of letting the clock dictate his schedule.  We are hoping the restorative properties of sleep will help him recover.

B