Dear all,

I cannot compete with the wonderful "blogs" that my daughters write, but I still feel responsible for keeping everyone up to date.

They did not move Hal today to "step down", but he is in line for the first available room, probably tomorrow or the next day. It is as Tracy said in the previous "blog" we have all become very comfortable with the ICU and the staff, but I do feel that moving him will be a very positive step, and will put us on the road to getting him to Rehab.

Today, he did very well off the ventilator. And, when the physical therapist came in we were able to get him in a sitting position with his legs dangling. He was not able to sit up without support, but was able to hold his head up himself. This is the first time I have seen him in a sitting position in more than 5 weeks.

He nods and shakes his head, smiles, and certainly lets us know when he is NOT happy by putting on a particularly sad frown. But considering the situation, I think his spirits are pretty good.

Thank you to everyone for your continued good thoughts and prayers.

With love, Linda