Trach-Free!!! (7/24/06)

Hello everyone. I hope that things are going well for the first of your week.

All is going fine in Chapel Hill. Josh had a pretty good day. Guess what, as of 2pm today Josh is trach free! He is breathing on his own and seems to be doing fine. His oxygen level is staying up without the trach in. He is trying to talk a little and is beginning to get the hang of it. It is going to take lots of practice. We were playing a cd from the Wilds and Josh was trying to sing along to a song called, "Bow the Knee". We all really like that one and Josh is mouthing the words and attempting to put sounds with it. I asked Josh today what he wanted me to tell everyone in the update and he says, "HELLO!".

Josh had a couple of visitors today and he recognized them and was able to communicate a little with them. He listened intently as they talked to him. I am looking forward to when he can speak with everyone tell you how thankful I know he is have everyone care for him so much.

Rehab - we could possibly be going tomorrow (Tues, July 25th) but it is still an uncertainty. We are really trying for Charlotte and could possibly go there if a bed opens up in the next day or so, otherwise it will probably be Greenville. The social worker was trying very hard to get something nailed down today, but time was against her. I am hoping to hear something first thing in the morning. We have told Josh about rehab and he seems to understand. That is about all I know for now. I know we will end up where God would have us!!

Please continue to pray for his complete recovery. Thank you for all of your love and prayers. We love you all.