June 11

Dad was much less sedated today and was communicating with us.
Russ had a good talk with him and was able to explain to him what had happened to him and that we were trying to get him admitted to the Shepherd Spine Center. He seemed to understand all that communication, and agrees that he should go to Shepherd. When Mom and Joyce visited, the occupational therapist was there and showed them some of the things that they could do with him whenever they are visiting to stretch and strengthen his arms, hands, and fingers.

He is always pleased to hear the cards that Mom reads to him.
And when I tell him about the comments that people are posting on the blog, he seems very uplifted.

Visitors today include:
Russ, Lynn and Alan, Emily, and Joyce

Prayer Requests:
Continue to pray for Dad's respiratory strength to continue to improve, and for increased mobility in his arms and hands. Pray also for Emily to have strength and courage to face the days ahead.