Hello, everyone. I'm so happy to tell you about today.
Started the day by waking Steve up early and doing some little things that he seems to like (putting lotion on his hands, massaging his feet, moistening his mouth with a sponge dipped in cold water, etc.) and waiting for the doctors to start their rounds around 6:30. So often it seems like they walk in, he's half asleep, they ask him to do something like squeeze their hand, he doesn't, and they move on without seeing what he really can do. But we were ready for them today, and he wiggled his toes on command. Yeah, Steve!
We spent some time watching TV and listening to music. I read him some letters he has received and told him about all the people who are thinking of him. A tear or two rolled from his eyes...I know he understood.
Around noon the nurses put him in a chair and he spent the day visiting with friends. So many people stopped by today...it was wonderful. He seemed to recognize many voices and/or faces. Throughout the day he seemed to get stronger and wiggled toes on both feet, squeezed firmly with his right hand, showed strength in his right forearm, and even wiggled (weakly, but they moved!!) two fingers on his left hand. He tracked with his left eye and even turned his head slightly when asked to. Also seems to be communicating by squeezing hands.
Around 5:30 they announced that they were moving him into another room tonight that's a step down from the ICU because he is doing so well. It's still staffed by ICU nurses, but down the hall a bit. A big step for him!
We're hearing he's headed for rehab on Monday. Many people have asked how that works. He's "signed up" for 3 weeks in rehab. At that point it sounds like they'll evaluate him and determine if he's making progress before deciding if he can continue in that program. After today's events, we have no doubt that he will amaze them there!
As always, thanks for everything. Have a good night!
Love,
Linda
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Linda, Simply put, that is so wonderful. Thank you for sharing.
:)Dottie
Steve,
You and I will be singing "HAIL TO THE VICTORS" very soon! Well, maybe we better just speak it first :)
Each time I see you, I see a stronger and stronger presence of you.....fighting to step out...I know it is going to happen, and soon! I know there is a story within you that you desperately want to tell. You have told a good story, wheather it was about taking your exam, sitting next to the person who's nose was whistling every time they breathed, or your recent trip to New Zealand with Beth and bungee jumping. I am sure that when you are ready to tell your story, you will find a bit of humor to share too!
Linda, Rob, Beth, and Danielle. I thank you for your postings and sharing this journey that you and Steve have been on. A friend of mine said tonight, "I read the blog daily, I feel as if I know your family, and especially Steve. I almost feel like visiting him." Anyhow, the strength, love, and devotion you have shows the true charcter of which you are made of. I am proud to be a part of this family and to say that I know you. You all are truly GIFTS from God!
See you tomorrow!
Love Always,
Uncle Don (DD) & Aunt Gail
Happy Easter Steve, and to you Lin, Rob, Beth, Danielle and Mom (affectionately referred to as Grams). The news just keeps on getting better. Steve's army of supporters grows every day, continually fueled by the good news we read here daily. Five weeks ago today you all faced a terrible journey to Maryland and today on the most holiest of days we celebrate a life. A life that Matt and Kira saved (a thank you just never ever feels sufficient). Steve, enjoy the day, you deserve it because you have brought so much to each and every one of us. An untold number of folk are living sunnier days because of you. Keep fighting Steve; you have proven that there is no stopping you now.
Love, Aunt Cheryl, Uncle Rick and the kids
Steve, Wonderful news, can't think of a better way to start our Easter morning. Keep fighting, we will see you very soon.
Love,
♥ Aunt Laura, Uncle Dave, Miranda, and David ♥
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