Sunshine in the Midst of Rain Clouds

I thought I would start every one's weekend off with some good news....Dan's therapy is going great, and we are only three days in to it!  The staff at Elks Rehab have been phenomenal.  Dan is receiving physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy.  The speech therapy is more of a precaution-he is totally fine in regards to speech and cognitive function, they just like to monitor it to make sure there are no regressions. His therapists are really encouraged by how much strength Dan has, his good health prior to surgery, and his attitude and determination. With some assistance in sitting up Dan is now able to hold himself steady in the sitting position.  They already have him working on standing, albeit assisted, but compared to where we were at the beginning of the week, it is amazing progress!  You can already tell that his movements are becoming more coordinated with each day, as his brain continues to repair itself.

We won't have a plan of discharge from Elks until Wednesday or Thursday.  The plan for discharge is just a target date that Dan and his team works towards to getting him home.  That target date could change of course, depending on his progress.  Right now, best estimate that we have been given is 4-6 weeks.  So, for the next few days we are going to rejoice in his amazing progress as we prepare ourselves for our first oncology appointment Monday.  Once again, thank you all for your love and support!