July 5 from Bob

Well the days fly by and we see new, small unconscious things that Donna does everyday.  We delight on them like new parents and catalog them in our memory banks.  As great as they are, they still fall short of her awakening.  We wait patiently.  Today there was just something about her movements that were hard to describe, but they left us feeling that she looked like she wanted to break through but it was not to be.  We say many times a day what a wonderful blessing it is that one of her subconscious actions is to hold hands tight.  We don’t know what she feels but the determined way she holds and the soft caressing way she moves her fingers is such a joy to us.  The comfort it brings us is enormous.

I feel there are a few issues that we have not told enough about or been clear with so here goes.

Bob’s health:  I have been asked to say a little more about me instead of being the prototypical man and remain silent.  I feel no pain from my ribs.  My back has been sore but it is difficult to tell if that comes from injury or extended days and nights in Hospital chairs.  With Donna’s move, I have had multiple nights in my own bed and it seems to be doing wonders.  I believe it is the latter (poor care).  My many cuts and bruises are in the final stages of healing and no longer represent a concern to me and to the many caregivers who have nursed me.  These nurses have been important, as I have demonstrated a complete inability to bandage (clearly a blind spot).  I go to my doctor tomorrow and expect a clean bill.

John’s Blog:  We have been asked why John doesn’t appear more as an author.  No real reason.  It could be his compulsion to serve as his mother’s number one gatekeeper and protector, which for him is a full time job.  He has done a great job.  He won’t appear here till next week as he is being dispatched for a few days to take care of some family business.  Look for him early next week and more often.  He has pulled some of the toughest duty and has been a fiercely determined fighter for his mother’s needs.  Those of you that know him I’m sure are not surprised.

Donna’s Hospital Move:  I know we have been a little unclear here but part of the reason is because while it is a great facility for her, it is less designed to accommodate guests unless they can all gather in her room.  We remain very limiting in allowing people in and while disappointing to many, we feel it best to protect her risk of infection specifically with her trachioscopy.    This will change quickly as she awakens and we will be very liberal at that point as the risks disappear.  I know this doesn’t serve everyone’s desire to see her now but we are confident it is the right choice.  God willing, the day for big hugs and visits in which she can participate, are coming.  She is located at Kindred Hospital on Westview between the beltway and Brittmore.  We appreciate all of the love, prayers and support.  We will make sure all are aware when she gets to the visit point.

Our girl looks great and encourages us everyday.  She lies there as beautiful as sleeping beauty and clearly I am no prince as a kiss has been totally ineffective.  We put our trust in God and the great medical professionals that do so much for her.

Keep the faith, and say a prayer.

Till that glorious day..

Bob