July 26, 2009

Gene was tired today and said that he slept most of the afternoon. He also said that he thought he'd probably be up all night since he had such a long nap.

Steve and Pat were here this morning and Steve mowed the lawn, while Pat finished up helping Mom with some things around the house. Then they went to the hospital and had a great visit with Gene before heading back to Atlanta. They'll be back up for the gathering this weekend. I think the family is beginning to get excited about getting together. Gene is disappointed that he won't be able to gather with everyone, but it will be so good for him to have visits from so many people.

Gene is still at Erlanger and is able to have visitors. He is on the 6th floor in the Intermediate Care Unit, room 13. Visitors must wear a robe and gloves which are available at the door of his room. He can't speak because of the ventilator, but he can mouth words and enjoys hearing the news of the day or being brought up to date - especially those who can give him news about the various groups he has been a part of.

Gene's grip is getting stronger, he is able to move his feet some and is growing stronger.

Prayer requests:
Please pray for Gene to continue to recover surgical procedure. Pray his pressure sore to heal, and for him to continue to grow stronger. Pray for Emily.