Sunday, February 17, 2008

not much going on medically during the weekend. a little speech therapy,a little occupational therapy. i believe there was alot of emotional therapy though. to the friends who visited this weekend that was wonderful, spence seems to perk up so much when you guys are around. but do forgive his bluntness. i guess we have to make a rule that what he says at spaulding rehab stays at spaulding rehab.
a couple of his favorites things (isn't that a disney song) are when his mother and i read him his cards or when we read the comments from the blog. spence can get into a wheelchair (in fact they encourage it) and make it to the common room where they have a computer. it is still dial up but he can't wait to hear the well wishes. that being said, if you haven't left a message in awhile now is a good time, and those who haven't please do so. if you are worried that he doesn't know you, it does not matter, a little message can explain. (i.e. from thelma's quilting group,etc etc).
and of course lastly,keep the prayers and positive thoughts going.

34 comments:

mrs.d said...

Spence..it was wonderful talking to you on Saturday..thank you to Alana for setting it up..I, ironically, was holding Addie when the call came..we both send our love and prayers and hope to see you soon..Mrs. D

kathy Perry said...

Spencer,
Keep up the great work. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your mom, dad and Olivia and Carter. You are such an awesome family. Stay strong. Love, Mrs. Perry

Sam Mattos said...

Now that my computer's back to normal, I can go back to writing here! Spence, I'm glad to hear that you're doing so well in such a short time!! Get well soon, buddy, 'kay? The world needs more SOMENUTT STUDIOS and SPENCER! =]

Sam Mattos

a.aubin said...

Spence!
I got you some stuff from WPI yesterday...hopefully I'll be able to bring it by soon. Ev and I will try to come this week :)
Keep up the good work my friend, I miss you!
alana xoxo

Nancy LeClair said...

Dear Spencer,
You do not know me but Carter is in my class and my daughter Brittany is in yours. We are kept up to date with your remarkable recovery through this blog and first hand via Carter. We think of you often and pray for you daily. Carter is a joy and rest assured we are taking extra good care of him. Be patient with yourself.
Love The LeClair's

Mike Smith said...

Hey Spence,
Not sure if you remember meeting me or not but I am a friend of your fathers. I been keeping up with your progress thru this blog. Keep up the good work, remember you've come a long way already. Get well soon.

Smitty

Unknown said...

Hey Spence!!

It was great talking to you yesterday.... hopefully I'll be able to get up there again soon :) Well keep up the good work, love you!!!

Vicki Downing said...

Hi, Spencer! The Downing family is glad to hear of your progress, which sounds to us, being far from the scene, as if it is happening at a truly amazing pace. I look forward every day to checking your blog and seeing what your Dad has posted about you. Your parents are doing a fine job of keeping us connected. Be assured we're still out here cheering for you and keeping you all in our prayers!
Vicki-Ann Downing
(sister of Ted)

Susan said...

Spencer, I'm so glad that you're doing better, and I have no doubts that you'll be back to 100% before you know it! We all miss you.
-Susan

Auntie Shannon said...

Hello, Wilbur!!!! I am so sorry we cannot get in to see you today. Melina still has a cold and is running a temperature on and off. We don't want to spread her wealth. WE love you and will see you soon. We are so proud of your progress. Wouldn't have expected anything less from such a strong guy!!! Give mom a kiss for us!

Lori A. said...

Hey big guy!
You have quite a fan club rooting for you here, as usual!
You're going to come through this with flying colors. It is quite the process but you will show em what your made of! Be patient, and keep the faith.
Just flew in from California, so make room for a big hug full of sunshine coming your way!
We are really proud of you. Keep up the good work!
Love,
Lori, Lucas and Charlotte

Taylor said...

Hey Spence!
Glad to here everything is going in the right direction towards recovery! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Take care
Taylor
From Brooks : )

dariac said...

Dear Spencer, Donna and Dave,
This blog is terrific for those of us who want to know how Spencer is doing, but don't want to inundate you all with calls. My daily thoughts and prayers are with you all! You are now at such a critical point in this journey. Therapies can be tough and frustrating, but totally worth the hard work. You have always been such a bright person, Spencer, you will master this as well as you have other things in your life!
Donna, remember that Mike is a PT down in MD and would be happy to talk to you anytime. God bless everyone, and I will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers for a quick recovery !
Daria (RI sister of Donna)

Barry Family said...
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Barry Family said...

Hi Spencer,

It is great to read about your progress. Keep plugging away. Each day is a step closer than the last. Going through this, you can accomplish anything. We wish you all the best. You are in our thoughts. Keep up the hard work.

The Barry Family.

amy said...

Spencermus Prime!

I'm so happy you're doing better! Keep up the good progress! I'll try to come visit you sometime because I miss you terribly!

<3 Amy

Sr.Betty said...

Spencer, I check your blog every day ...glad to know that you are making good progress ...stay positive ...keep your sense of humor & know that many people are praying for you, even my family in Ireland & England. God bless.

Heather said...

Spencer!!!
Jimmy & I should be stopping by soon... I love and miss you a wicked wicked lot! Stay Strong though. please and thanks. You seriously deserve a million gold stars! ************ thats all i can give you for now but i'll be sure to bring you some when i come!

<33 Heather

Mary Mary said...

Spence,
Please excuse the fact that I haven't been near a computer to even drop you a line....(I'm just so happy w/myself that I CAN DO THIS BLOG THING).....see even though you are not up to snuff, I'm still leaning from you.
Well Spence the journey is now beginning for you and that heavy work load ahead, but just like the past few weeks there is absolutely no doubt at all that Spencer Nuttal will not let this or anything in life wear you down.....FYI Carter was in the paper for HIGHEST HONORS
Mary, Mary

T-5 AND FAMILY said...

Spencer,
Glad to hear that things are going good.Ikeep up with your progress just about everyday. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,
T-5 and family

Katelyn said...

hey spence. it is great to hear that your recovery is comming along. i check in every day and im glad everything is going well.
i keep u in my thoughts and prayers. hope to hear from you soon.

Katelyn

Luke Henesy said...

SPENCER!!! get better man. I wish I were in Massachusetts so I could come see you, but i'm all the way on the other coast until june. i'm prayin for you- i know with your positive attitude you'll kick it in no time.

-luke

Brittany Lavoie said...

awesomeee. =] i love rehab. every day you keep getting better and better, i miss you so much and i can't wait to see you again. maybe i'll bring you a yoohoo, just because i love you. =]

<3 brittany.

The Demon Barber of Warren St said...

Spence, I've decided you're basically my HERO!! I'll hold your hand anytime kid! love you
<3 Erin

Elyse said...

hey spencer!
i was so glad i got to see you last night! and im glad your doing so well, because you deffinately look like the same ol' spencer to me! :)
keep hanging in there and staying strong, its working!!! and I will be SURE to tell Mr. Scully that u can still master the 1st and 3rd declensions ;) he'll be glad to hear it!

well we're deff. coming up again soon to visit! cant wait!

<3 Elyse :)

MaryD said...

Hey Spence! so glad to here about your progress. Blunt is good!!! Also what is with the dial-up! whoa -
We think of you all the time and we always look forward to hearing how you are doing. Keep pushing - and I know with your determination and your family's strength you will be better before you know it! As always we send our love & prayers -
The Dunderdale's :o)

Kim Brown-Lynch said...

Hey Spencer,
This is Wendy Waldron's sister, Kim (aka Auntie K). I have been reading your blog daily and celebrating every minute of your recovery. I work as an RN at Caritas Norwood Hospital. Every weekend I come in, I get dozens of inquiries on your progress from our doctors, nurses, physical therapists, and secretaries. I have your blog site on the computer at the Hospital so we can read how you are doing. All of my colleagues are pulling for you and you are in our prayers. You are getting there Spence.
Kim Brown-Lynch

Auntie Shannon said...

Hi, Spence the fence. miss ya, hope you feel better soon. I heart you.
Love, Melina

Britt_Juszkiewicz said...

Way to be Spence!! I've got the parish here at Bridgewater State praying for you. I hope you like the pics i sent in your card!!;-)

peace and love,
Brittany

Jon Pires said...

Hey Spence,
Keep up the good work, nice to hear of your progress!! You are doing awesome. Me and my family are praying and send well wishes to you and your family.
Jon Pires and Family

Heather said...

So i already left a comment, but i know how much you love your bedtime blogging... Today was by far the best day this vacation and in the last month! I have so much faith in you and i know that if anyone could get over an obstacle its you.. you truely are amazing and i love you a wicked wicked lot!
I'll be up again soon with some new friends for you to name, thats a promise!

<33 Heather

Rhoda said...

Hi Spencer. I am one of your grandmothers "Sunshine Girls", Rhoda. I have known your father his entire life and check the blog everyday to get the good news of one more step in your progress. YOU GO, BOY !!!! Keep up the great work and we'll all be cheering you on.

irv said...

Hi Spence, We want you to know that we are thinking of you and following your progress. Hope we get to see a photo of the mohawk, did you get it colored. COOOL.
You are in our prayers and we are elated every time we hear of new progress in your therapy. Now that Mom has given us your Blog we will follow the events. Keep up the good work and know that you have many friends and loved ones.
Love from, Carol & Irv

irv said...

Hi Spence, Just saw the picture of you on the bus on your way to the mall. Looking good!!! It seems that your therapy is doing well. We are proud of you and will continue to watch your progress. With love and prayers, Carol & Irv