Saturday

Last night was a rough night.  Filled with discomfort, it was difficult for R.J. to receive good sleep.  Surprisingly, the restless night seemed more like a right of passage as today was a positive day in many ways.  He started his day with a healthy, long awaited, bacon and eggs breakfast.  After breakfast he had a chance to talk with family and a few friends.  With the help of his physical therapist he was able to get out of bed and walk two laps around the step down.  We were reminded by the therapist of the serious nature of the broken bones in R.J.'s neck, but were also given encouraging words as well as conversation about his rehabilitation.  He also received another CT scan today to follow up with some of the concerns that come from the particular stroke that he has experienced.  The results have not come back yet.  Though the signs of fine motor skills on his left side are mildly evident, he has not let it stop him from moving forward.  Two of the highlights of his day were: One, being able listen to parts of conference on the iPad that survived the accident.  Two, the nurse on duty allowed R.J.'s grand kids to come into the room for the first time.  Though, there is a long road ahead of us, today was a welcome reminder that things are moving in the right direction.  Thank you all again for your love, prayers, and support.  It is making a difference and means so much to R.J. as he works through this stabilization period.