It has been four months since my first surgery and two months since my second one. Before my first surgery, I thought it would be a month of recovery and then back to normal. So when my surgeon told me yesterday I could begin to wean myself off of wearing the brace on my leg, I had mixed reactions.

I was glad to finally get the green light to start slowly working toward not using a leg brace. It is a sign of progress. But compared to where I want to be, it is also disappointing. Six more weeks of physical therapy are ahead of me.

But six weeks means end of August, so maybe I can go to Mexico in October after all. If not October, then next year for sure.

My classes at the college start up again this week, so tomorrow I will walk around with a cane, not a walker. Hopefully by the time this quarter ends in September a cane will no longer be needed. It will be good to back in the classroom.

I am grateful for the help that has been given to me, the donations I have received, the rides, that my ministry has kept going, for my understanding Director at the college making accommodations for me. and much more. God has been good to me through this long road.

Thank you for reading. God Bless.

13 responses to “Update and Gratitude”

  1. I love the way Father God touches the lives of others make sure that our needs are taken care of. Father God is so awesome! Praise God for His sustaining power in your life. This is what I call “abundant living” – God supernaturally providing for us by touching the hearts of others. Your story is a great testimony of true Christianity of brotherhood in the kingdom of God.

  2. I am so happy for you Matt o. Improvements and hopefully you will go to Mexico in October

  3. So good to hear you’re well on your way to full recovery, Matt. I’m thinking that trip to Mexico will be doable, given it’s another month out from the end of therapy. You’ve got a worthy goal to work toward. God speed!

    1. Thank you Nancy. I would love a trip to Brazil too 🙂

      1. Boa viagem then, Matt!

  4. Even in our disappointments, we can find blessings and encouragements. Thanks for sharing, Matt! Prayers for you 🙏🏻

    1. Amen- even in our disappointments we can find blessings

  5. I am glad that you are progressing well. The Lord is good.

    1. Thank you little sister.
      How are you?

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