Frliday, July 30, 2010 — Eating and Talking!

Well, we always knew he was a tough guy. He is not too taken with food but he is eating some and each time he partakes, his mouth and facial muscles become more natural looking. His expressions and eye movement are a thrill to behold. I've always said that "normalcy" would be the one thing I would wish for most if I were to become physically compromised. Any sign of normalcy with Skip seems to be the thing that thrills me most now.

Besides the dialysis nurse plus machine he is receiving daily visits by a physical therapist and an occupational therapist. They are both great and are constantly striving to help Skip take noticeable steps forward. It's going to be slow on all fronts but it appears that some progress will take place each day.

Several thanks to give: Shozo, you are such a dear. A million thanks.

Bill, the same goes for you. Hope Skip is awake when we're both there so I can properly introduce him to his "registered nag" from down the hall who played such a huge roll in getting him up the hall. Thanks for checking in on him in the middle of the night.

Peter, Donald and company for featuring the boule notice with those great pics of Skip this last week. He will really appreciate that in his modest way a few days from now.

Today Mike, Chuck, Steve and I have all been there cheering him on just like a tournament event. Mike showed him a great Berlitz ad featured on YOUTUBE and he really laughed for the first time in some weeks. Music to my eyes and ears.