Frank was again in good spirits today, especially when Elizabeth arrived to see him (bringing today's newspaper on time...for the first time in three weeks!). He has improved so much in the past 24 hours that he's now had all the medical equipment removed, which is a fantastic sign.
He's still weak (one of the problems of being in bed for three weeks) although the medical team and physiotherapists are working on this. He's being encouraged to get out of bed, to sit in a chair and walk around the ward. He's also been given breathing exercises to help strengthen his heart and lungs.
One of the toys he's been given is designed specifically to improve his lungs inhale air. This device consists of three test tubes that each contain a different coloured ball. The balls are weighted differently and the object is to inhale with enough force to lift all the balls to the top of their respective tubes. Amusingly, this device is called an 'Inspirational Exercise Device' so with a bit of luck this might help his sermons as well as his heart and lungs!
Assuming Frank continues to improve I will be returning to the UK on Friday leaving Elizabeth and Beryl here to hold the fort. She (Elizabeth) will be updating the blog in my absence although I'll still be contactable via email (see above) or by phone (07712 890470) for any of you who would like updates but don't have access to this blog or the Internet.
At this time I'd like to take the opportunity to thank you all again for all the love and support you have shown us over these past few weeks. It is humbling to hear such kind words, thoughts and prayers from so many of you. We are printing your emails and blog comments out daily for Frank who has been overwhelmed by your response - thank you.
Chris
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