Well the moment yesterday, when Dedan walked....yes WALKED into the studio at 4.45pm was not lost on me. It was of all days, St Patrick's Day. The day celebrated by Irish all over the world, shamrocks, four leaf clovers, good luck charms, the color green and ok a little bit of beer thrown in for good measure at Irish Pubs worldwide..a definite party day!
A huge grin from Dedan with his new leg:
Well, on this side of the pond...here was Dedan, tentatively walking in, minus crutches, first time in 16 years with his brand new leg. What a sight to see, such joy and yes with the trademark HUGE grin!
Dedan Walking the Line:
Week three in America and he has the leg! We have the walking socket and the cycling socket is still to come. As I write this, Dedan is having a 'walking lesson' with Chris in the studio. 16 years of not using the right leg makes for some serious re-programming! But..have no fear, Dedan is a 'cat', a 'quick learner', an 'elite athlete' and already after only two days with the leg..you can see a big difference in his gait and Chris will have to take the leg back to be adjusted. Initially they make the prosthetic knee quite soft as most people do not put much weight through the leg. Dedan...hmm he is an animal..in a good way. Mantra: I have the leg...I will walk! So consequently the knee has to be stiffened up...isn't that cool! He'll be jumping and running soon - watch this space.
I had to share this great news with you all.
Last night I had to spend time helping Dedan share the news with his friends and family via facebook and so the blog didn't get a chance.
Team Dedan's New Leg - WE HAVE DONE IT!
Give yourself a pat on the back, a pinch and a hug. It feels good huh? Wait until you see him....PRICELESS!
Mucho gracias, thank you, asante sana
Janet
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