We awoke to a pleasant suprise this morning with Ben ringing with the news he's being let out for this afternoon. I must admit it did come as a bit of a shock after him being in hospital, mainly bed ridden, for the past three + weeks. It was one mixed with eager anticipation and a worrying decision about where we wanted to go (we're all way too indecisive!).
After umming and aahhing (only a little) we ended up at a nice little restuarant at Redcliffe (Scarborough was it?). Although the food took an eternity to arrive and the service wasn't quite customer focused (to say the least) it was just great to spend the day out with Ben (Dad) without being trapped in by the hospital walls... it was freedom and one that was much enjoyed. The meals were delicious as well! The whole outing lasted from around 12-4pm.
Consider this..
A month ago Ben struggled to walk a couple of metres without being puffed out and having to stop. All the while being hooked up 24hrs a day to oxygen. Finding it harder and harder to do simple little things we all take for granted, such as taking a shower.
And now.. after a major operation, here he is walking on his own, unassisted, no oxygen, walking from the car to the restaurant, up and down steps, enjoying a meal.. all without hesitation. It's great! And although a little puffed from the experience, with him continuing to exercise and eat properly he's only going to get fitter and more capable.
The wonders of modern science!
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