You have heard me say this so many times… Tell Your Story! I’ve been writing my story for awhile and expressing it through both digital and traditional scrapbooking. I’ve joked with Russ for a long time that I would have to write his story. Jokes over and I’m really going to write his story.
***Exciting NEWS at the bottom of this Post today!!!***
I really decided this yesterday after having a conversation with Russ. He was talking about seeing such little progress over the last week and I reminded him of how far he has come. It’s easier to show him in pictures and video that I’ve taken over the last 4 months.
Yes, 4 months. I think this was another reason he had a “moment.” It’s been 4 months since his stroke and he wanted to be further ahead. I won’t lie, I did too but when I go back and look at pictures it’s amazing to see how much progress he has made.
Today I am sharing a piece of his story.
Before Russ could be discharged from the Rehab facility we both had to go on an outing to the “real” world. Our trip wasn’t very far just a little ways to Target on the big bus. Once we arrived Russ had to shop for everyday items and go through a checklist. One of the big hurdles was getting milk from the frozen section and opening the doors and standing to get the milk. This was so easy before and now he had to deal with a wheelchair and moving around to get the milk.
This entire experience was so good for both of us. More of an eye opener than anything. We needed to see what we were up against. Our Target visit was pretty short as far as time spent at the store that day but the visit was 2 hours from start to finish. WHOA.
Regardless of the time, the ordeal, the stumble to get that milk… Russ and I giggled throughout the entire experience. We felt like we were on a date that day. It was out of the hospital and a little feeling of normal (a new normal).
This is a layout that I will remind Russ to look at when he is feeling blue. Today he can walk into Target. It may take him a little longer to get around, but he is WALKING. He is walking without his cane in our home. He is starting to see more and more movement with his arm. Progress… we are seeing lots of it. He’s come along way since that Target visit. We look forward to many more.
Tell your story… YOU will be thankful that you did one day and you never know who will enjoy reading it years to come.
Be a part of our Digital Challenge Group on Facebook. This week’s challenge is a Sketch. Visit Heather’s website for more digital inspiration.
Are you looking to write and tell your story through Digital Scrapbooking? Take a peek at my Online Class It’s All About Me to help you along.
Now for some EXCITING news!!!
It’s been awhile but Heather and I are joining forces again for another great Digital Club.
This club will truly be an adventure and DIFFERENT!!
Click HERE to read all the details and how you can JOIN!!
Happy St. Patricks Day.
XOXOXO
