Day 208 – Grayson’s Journey

Dear family and friends

It's Friday night – Movie night!

Grayson arrived back from the clinic this afternoon and he was happy and helpful. He uncharacteristically picked up the cleaning wipes and headed into the bathroom to clean it, without being asked. His roommate was watching TV, but when Grayson was prompted to take out the trash, he jumped up to do it. (Grayson ignoring the TV is a huge shock!) He actively helped to prepare his dinner and was happy to be getting ready for the movies. During the bus ride to the theater, he was playing games with the activities coordinator. While in line waiting to go in to the theatre, he was smiling and happy.

Then behavior problems set in, as he had an altercation first with another patient, then the residential assistants (RA) as they tried to control the situation. Grayson got to take a bus back to the residence without seeing the movie, and got an early opportunity to turn in. Well, late for Grayson, but still earlier than he would have otherwise.

Why the behavior? Who knows? Sometimes he is triggered by outside events or stimulus, sometimes by internal issues. One more brain injury challenge we will have to learn to live and cope with.

Pax!

Brant