More progress!

Things continue to get better for Mom as the days march on...

Yesterday DJ got a chance to enjoy an extended visit with his Grammy; I think it was a very nice experience for both of them. He reported that she worked very hard during her speech, physical and occupational therapy sessions. She is MOTIVATED! By the time I showed up with Alex in tow, she was napping from her efforts. She did wake up quickly, though, and enjoyed seeing Alex for the first time in almost a month. (Nobody was very keen on having a one year old traipsing around the hospital, but yesterday we made a quick exception.) Alex gave Grammy some "loves" and received several sets of kisses in return. So nice!

I'm seeing small improvements in Mom's memory. The speech therapist that visits her daily works mostly on memory enhancing exercises with her, as speaking isn't an issue. Some things she still needs a prompt to remember, and others she flat out doesn't remember at all. The nurse said that she'll continue to improve in this area with every passing day, so we're very thankful for that.

Sara flies back in to San Diego tomorrow, so I'm sure you'll see more blog entries from her instead of from me. As always, thank you so much all that you've done to support our family; we will never forget the kindness, faithfulness and hope that we have been shown!

~ Dana