Journal Entry 2/5 From Rich

Zach has increased in his weight and muscle tone. This is good. He went from 155lbs at the time of the accident to 131lbs during this early time in recovery. He now weighs 143lbs, which is actually exciting because this reveals muscle mass contributing to the gain.

He is working very hard in all his classes which have been focusing on coordinating vital disciplines to thrive in recovery and life skills.

The physical therapy is designed for articulating the motions of his limbs with strength to accomplish a movement goal.

There is so much physical exertion to make even the simplest of movements we often take for granted; to even shift body position in a wheel chair, to roll over in bed, to put on different clothing, to eat and drink, these activities require strategy, strength, and stamina to get something done.

Remembering former pre-trauma accomplishments now must serve as a tutor in relearning everything all over again, but with the disadvantage of severe weakness.

How much Zach continues to trust the Lord in each day’s activities and maintain a spiritual resolve of excitement to see what the Lord is going to accomplish.

Today we concluded our time with a guitar and vocals class. Zach has been the quiet minstrel, but now God’s going to have fun with his voice.

So, I plucked out 7 notes and he sang each of them, then we transitioned into chords within familiar melodies and sang some songs together.

I then formed his hands around the guitar and showed him how to just strum without losing the pick. He did it!

As you know he is a consummately trained piano player and a skilled bass player, soon to be a vocalist! We are so proud of him becoming once again, a tool in the Master’s Hand!