June 7

Hi,

I just returned from taking Den back to Mercy. The 30 hour pass at home went very well and I expect he will be released on Tuesday after the regular staffing. They may even call tomorrow and tell me to pick him up.

The weekend wasn't without a few hitches, but I think those can all be worked out. We realized that the stool I bought for his shower is too short, the walker they sent us home with was too wide, and the couch in the family room is probably too low and too soft because he had some difficulty standing up. It's probably time for a new one anyhow.

They sent us home with the "bag 'o meds" for the weekend and I'm happy to say that he didn't need any pain medication at all. That is probably part of the reason he was able to stay awake longer and actually focus on a movie. We watched "Marley and Me" and reacted the way everyone else who has seen it did. Tears all around.

So, all in all, things are better and we just hope that each day finds him a little stronger and more able to enjoy life. I also hope that soon he will be able to write these blogs so you can hear his voice again.

Thanks for all of the prayers!! Have a great week.

Love,
Carla