THE JOURNEY INCLUDES GOOD EXPECTATION

Leif‘s day started with nourishment and centering the core by meditating on Prov. 19:27.  Medications are taken on a strict schedule. Following journaling Leif took his morning walk. He is doing well with his walking exercises. At noon, Leif went to outpatient therapy. ST, PT, and OT were linked together for a 3 hour session. Leif said that they worked him hard. ST was concerned with executive function, which deals with higher level cognitive skills. PT isolated the weaker muscle groups. The PT therapist worked with leg raises [scissor moves etc.] OT worked with exercises specific to the eye function, scanning and utilizing full vision to complete random text assignments. The pain levels were managed well today topping at ‘3’. This week Leif will see the Radiologist for a ‘Mask Fit’. This mask will be used over the course of Leif’s radiation treatments. The radiation will be directed at the remaining tumor. There are some good indicators of continuing healing in Leif’s body. Please pray that the manifestation of healing continues day by day. ‘Praises to our God’.

Blog Viewers; thanks for your compassionate faithful prayers. Our God sees, our God hears, our God takes action. God Bless!

Written by Pop

Switching Gears

The road to this point has been interesting and certainly challenging.  I have been released from the inpatient type of medical attention and from the inpatient therapy type rehabilitation. Where To Next? As I look to the road ahead, I find that I am blessed to be able attend outpatient therapies.  This allows me to shift from something like 2nd gear to something more like 3rd gear...gosh, makes me feel like I have my old Jeep Wrangler again.  I am able to shift gears due to good nutrition and being able go keep up with exercise outside of the outpatient therapies.  Looks like another blessing in disguise...thanks to your prayers!

Even the other day, I was able to receive outpatient Physical, Occupational and Cognitive therapies, as well as walk several days in a row around the neighborhood.  As I work to gain strength for upcoming treatment and management of my tumor, I have found that again your love, prayers, and support have helped me switch gears and lean into this new piece of the journey.

One day at a time. I have the strength for that.

Most Sincerely Yours,  Leif.

THE DAILY REPORT / HOPE ABIDES

This has been an informative day consisting of meetings with the Neurological Surgeon, the Radiation Oncologist, and the Hematology Oncologist. Leif has been blessed with great medical doctors. Leif has his incision sutchers removed. The Pathology report came back indicating that the remaining tumor would need to be treated with precision radiation and chemo therapy.  This phase of the healing path will begin soon.  Leif was checked for vision, coordination, blood, weight, and vitals. Leif continues to strengthen himself in body, mind and spirit. Tomorrow he begins outpatient therapy. [PT, ST, OT] Leif has a great attitude and advances on the Recovery Path with faith and practical implementation of common-sense techniques. He is looking forward to returning to work and to community. The upcoming days are KEY in this process. Leif had a good PT walking exercise this evening extending his route. He is making ready for tomorrow’s sessions.

Blog Followers; My thanks to you. There is no greater gift that you can give than to lift your voice unto the Creator of this Universe. In His presence is the love, peace and healing that Leif needs and that each of us need also. He releases these treasures unto us as we spend time with Him in prayer. Praises unto our God!

God Bless; Written by Pop

‘AMAZING GRACE’/ THANK YOU GOD

Leif is pushing hard to gain physical, cognitive, and occupational healing and restoration of health.  Today Leif increased his roadwork, walking now on the streets of the neighborhood.  PT workouts are continual but as a formal walking workout Leif engaged 3 times today. PC, ledger work, journaling made up his cognitive work. Luminosity will be added to ST this week. OT work is being seen in his return to life in the setting of the home, and going about his normal routines. Tensions still are coming into play. This week will bring new information on the upcoming treatment program. Visits to the neurologist, pathologist, and radiologist will come into play this week. Outpatient PT, OT, and ST work will take place. A visit is also slated to the Eye Institute. Please continue to pray for healing in the areas of the incision, tumor, left side weakness, left eye deficit, and all areas that require the touch of our God. Please pray for all of the medical related visits, doctors, therapists, and medical staff that will be involved with Leif this week.

Blessings to the ‘BLOG DISCIPLES’! You are so faithful and so needed. The Healing process is taking a ‘new turn’. We look to our ‘Lord’ to make the way a wonderful and divine experience. We ask our ‘Lord’ to touch Leif with his ‘Healing and Loving Hands’

God Bless,

Written by Pop


Multi-media Addendum by Leif


Finding the strength to push on and the continued motivation has come from many sources.  I have to honestly say, your love, support and prayers have played a major role in my recovery.  Here is another reason, or set of reasons, I have been using...

Meet Abby & Luke (My Beautiful Kiddos.) Today was a wonderful day where we had some time to visit and play.

Hope you all the best this week.  We will keep you posted.

God Bless,

Leif

GOOD TO THE LAST DROP

Hey All, Leif here.

I will be moving on from the inpatient treatment tomorrow with their blessings and instructions.  This did not stop them, however, from putting a full day's agenda together for me:)  The therapies today were the most challenging yet for each of the discipline areas (Cognitive, occupational and physical).

Hidden in the middle of my day, the LORD blessed me with a great motivator.  One off my therapists that was standing in for the regularly scheduled one was a member of my church ( 4 Corners Community Church).  I got to catch up on the latest happenings and felt a great re-connection to my church family through my session.

Blog Viewers; thanks for your faithful support. Your prayers definitely are making a big difference. Stay tuned in for the next phase of healing. God Bless!

RECOVERY PATH; CHANGES AHEAD

Leif was up early and getting started with his therapy. The first session was PT.  Leif was out walking and doing steps on a longer route. The session continued with a lower body workout with leg weights. ST followed with ‘Advanced Memory Instructions”.  This was challenging and Leif did very well. After lunch OT followed. This was an upper body workout with weights done in a group setting.  Pushing the limits was the way of therapy today. The nurses are cleaning the incision area to remove clots. This will ready the area for stitch removal next week. Leif’s pain levels are lower than a week ago dropping to ‘3-4’ as a base line. Leif is looking good and has a great appetite.  As Leif shared yesterday, good changes are coming. The current inpatient therapy program will shift to an outpatient therapy program this week.  The next phase of treatment is approaching. Leif is strong in faith, being strengthened in body, and ready for the next steps. 

‘Blog Followers’, you are the ‘Soldiers of Prayer’ in Leif’s struggle. We thank you and salute your ‘faith in action’. Many victories are already in place and there will be many more to come. You have a part in these victories!  All Praise unto our Lord, the ‘Lord of Host’.

Written by Pop

New Horizons

Hey All, Leif Here.

Today was a productive day in many ways.  First, I was able to participate in therapy sessions that were both challenging, but also contained multiple disciplines.  For example, an occupational therapy session that was challenging physically.  Definitely got the full bit of activity today!

Today was also the day when my review and potential discharge plans were discussed with my family and me. This was so we could be aware of their professional views of what it will take to transfer me out of the inpatient treatment and rehabilitation environment and into a more self-supporting role elsewhere.  The prognosis is looking up as a recommended approach to outpatient therapies was the primary focus!!  I can't begin to express how much all your love, prayers and support have added to these victories.  That's all for today as I begin to consider these new directions.  With my sincere Love and blessings,

Leif