Lokomat Round 2
I got another go at the Lokomat this morning, and I was energized and ready to go. Another PT I've seen before wheeled in my friend Stefania, a sixteen-year-old Italian girl who can't talk much but can light up a room with her smile. Annette asked if Stefania could stay because she gets bored in her room all day. I was happy to have an extra cheerleader in the room, and once I was strapped in to the Lokomat, Annette started the program and the three of us rocked out to Carly Rae Jepsen. My life is absolutely ridiculous. Who would have ever imagined a real scene with a Swiss PT dancing, an Italian teenager in a wheelchair, and an American strapped to a walking robot all laughing as Carly Rae sings about instant infatuations? I loved every minute of it, though. In fact, Annette told me we'd try for ten minutes but asked if fifteen was okay when I noticed I'd been walking for thirteen minutes.
I'm so thankful I had the energy to make it through today. Thanks for the continued prayers!

Comments (13)
YAY!
Rock on Laura!! :)
Yes, you go!!!! Granny
love you sweetie..... Dad
One of the benefits of just 'being' is that it magnifies every moment and intensifies the joy of what would otherwise be small vignettes. Good work, my dear!
You are amazing! You make me smile with your sense of the ridiculous!
you rock, Laura!
Yay!!!!
You know, the Lord sends us presents in all kinds of packages. Stefania was just that kind of present. We are praising the Lord for her and having her touch your life. Way to go Laura and Stephania!!!!!!! Thank you so much for your wonderful and encouraging comments.
I want to join your party! Awesome!
You are something else. Love your spirit! Love you.
I'm sorry - I would have to ask for Aretha Franklin or someone from MY generation!!! ;-) Rock on with the Rock of your salvation! :-)
Following all your updates and always inspired by the brave and funny person you are.