Dear Family and Friends,

Well, things are moving in a very positive direction.

Having Carrie here has been fantastic and I think has spurred Hal on to making some gigantic strides in the last few days since she has been here. She has boosted my spirits as well, and keeps my thoughts very positive. Her arrival was very timely.

Hal did fail the third "swallow test" but I have been convinced that this is not a big deal. They went forward with removing the trach, and will be putting in a "peg" in his side which will feed him directly into the stomach instead of the feeding tube down his nose. Being that they are able to do this will get him into Rehab sooner....which is the GOAL at this point.

He is now able to talk, a little garbled, but understandable for the most part.

He continues to love the "pampering". And says, FEET! Meaning he wants a foot massage. He knows he can ask for hand massage or face lotion to be applied.
Well, he knows not to ask for anything better than that!!!

Please everyone continue the good thoughts and the prayers, this is what has gotten him to this "good place", and Carrie is right he has loved hearing her read the wonderful cards that all of you have sent.

Carrie and Tracy join me in thanking you.

With love, Linda