Crying day

Linda woke up tired today. Therapy was hard, and physical therapy concluded with the PT suggesting that Linda wear her ankle casts at home to help keep her from dragging her left foot. Linda was emphatic about refusing and cried for about 40 minutes.

So, Linda won't be wearing the casts. She generally refuses to be splinted any more, except for a finger splint that she wears at night.

The PT has been encouraging us to dance and gently discouraging us from doing other kinds of therapy-like activities, like the stairs. What she doesn't get is that Linda really likes doing those other things. If we go work the stairs in Violette hall, it's half work, half socializing, and half feelings of pure accomplishment. (Yes, I are a mathematician.)

Nothing can stop Linda from working and experimenting. It would be better to have more guidance and support. Discouragement gets old quick.