Bro. Dale had a really good day today. He was much more alert. Mrs. Doug said that she had noticed it and the speech therapist commented that his alertness was different today. He was not only awake, he was very focused and his eyes had an intensity about them. That's great news! God is answering our prayers!
He said "AH" today!!! Thank you, Lord! He has answered our prayers specifically! This is the first thing he has "said" with his voice. I'm personally pretty excited about that. I believe it is the first of many! He also started making sounds on different pitches today. He's finding that voice again! Small but significant steps.
The physical therapist had him lifting his left leg and foot today. He was able to lift it up and put it on hers on his own and on command. He was obviously trying very hard to do the same with his right leg, but it hasn't happened yet. Pray that it will!
The lung doctor came by today and said that he ought to be ready to remove the trach soon. He was pleased with how his lungs looked and how he was breathing. Still no definite time frame on that. That doctor will not be the one to make the call since Bro. Dale will be moving to Baldwin.
Bro. Dale's brother Larry came by for a visit today. It's the first time they've seen each other in a few weeks, I believe, and it was a very special time. Bro. Dale was obviously very excited to see him and was very expressive. Larry took Dale's left hand and Dale shook it firmly. He hasn't been able to do that before now. Mrs. Doug said Dale was seemed so encouraged afterwards.
Tomorrow (Thursday), Bro. Dale will be moving to the facility in Baldwin. Once they get settled, she will call me with the specifics like the exact name and address of the facility and their visiting hours and such. He will be able to continue with his therapy there. They have a special room he will go to for therapy rather than having it in his room, so he will be able to get out a little.
"1 When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion,
we were like those who dreamed.
2 Our mouths were filled with laughter,
our tongues with songs of joy.
Then it was said among the nations,
“The LORD has done great things for them.”
3 The LORD has done great things for us,
and we are filled with joy.
4 Restore our fortunes, LORD,
like streams in the Negev.
5 Those who sow with tears
will reap with songs of joy.
6 Those who go out weeping,
carrying seed to sow,
will return with songs of joy,
carrying sheaves with them." Psalm 126
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