Bumpy Road

Hey Gang!

I went to visit Dad Friday night and I can report that he's doing fairly well, all things considered. Except for a few minor issues with some of Dad's therapies, or lack thereof, Mom and I are pleased with the overall care he is receiving; they've just got to work out kinks. Dad is really motivated right now and wants to get things rolling with the therapy treatments. He's constantly asking to be moved and stretched, which is a good sign.

Mom said that he almost swallowed the other day during his speech therapy treatment, which means that he's getting closer to being able to drink something. We've talked with some the medical staff today and plan to talk more on Monday about "upping" Dad's therapy treatments and getting him off the vent ASAP. It seems the more you work with him, the more he responds and progresses. When they do little to no therapy, like the past few days, then he regresses, like he's done for the past few days. But we're on top of it and Mom is trying to fill-in the gaps when she can.

Thanks again for all the warm wishes and cards. According to the hospital staff, Dad is one of the most popular patients there. So keep those cards and emails going to him. In case you don't know, you can use the PO Box for the Benefit account to send cards, or send them to the the hospital. You can also send emails; but if you do, make sure the content is universally friendly. In other words, if you send jokes, make sure they're not racy (hehe). If you have doubts about what you're sending, just send it to me instead and I'll make sure Dad gets it.

OK... that's all for now. Take care!

Team Jerry all the way!