Not too much to blog about today. I saw my family doctor who does not want me returning to work while under going therapy because he is concerned that the stress would set me back and he is still concerned about the tremors. I did get him to agree to a written note giving me permission to drive to medical necessary events but other than that he does not want me driving. I did make my speech and some occupational therapy. The speech therapist have a series of tests to assess where I am with my reflexes and to help coordinate my brain function which should help my speech. She also told me that right now they have me scheduled through Sept 21st. But, they are constantly assessing where I am and it may be extended or I could be discharged earlier. It depends on my progress. Weather I will be able to speek with customers by August 28th remains to be seen but I have to find a way to control that stress.

I contacted my disability and she has not received the records from the home health folks yet. I am beginning to think that I should have just gone straight to outpatient instead of home health care. My family doctor said his records and disability information should be sent Monday. HealthSouth and Dr Westerkam's office said they had not received a request so I forwarded their fax number again and the home health folks said they mailed the records last week so maybe my disability specialist should get it soon perhaps the 4th of July weekend is the reason it is delayed. I'm not really worried that the claim will be approved but I am worried as to how long it may take and of course I am worried about my job. I think we will be able to get me to 20hrs a week by August 28th but it will be close. Still, God is in control. I just want need any more stress and neither does my wife and kids. One thing I have learned is how folks who are on disability deserve respect and dignity and I will admit I have not always given them that. Just another lesson God has taught me through all of this.

Well, tomorrow I have my weekly meeting with my counselor which I look forward to. It helps to talk and it helps me put things in perspective, and it helps reduce stress.