Today was my first full day with david, it was interesting... From what I understand it was a pretty typical day. Went to physical therapy and then david took a nap. We didn't get any more news on getting his x-fit removed from his hand. David is making some great progress by leaps and bounds in physical therapy, it is amazing how much David pushes himself to constantly improve.
Since I have been here I have been trying to get a read on david and what is going on mentally. He seems to be just fine, he is constantly focusing on the next step to improvement. He is still the same brother as before. It is amazing how much support they give here, there are constantly people coming to visit david and sharing there stories to give support. The higher ranking officials come see him just to check up and chat, and give any help they can.
Its a bit emotional seeing all the soldiers in physical therapy, most of which are amputees in some way. There is a certain amount of pride that comes with the grief, seeing all the soldiers with such mental focus and determination to get back to there previous self. And when they start to get down on themselves someone is always there to help them get back up again.
~Steve Lyon~
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