Tuesday, Feburary 28

Today was a rough day for Shar.  It seems like the carbon dioxide build up is not dropping as quickly as we had hoped.  She sad she was very tired and slept a lot today.  She did a really good job with reading today and comprehending.  She still struggles to find the words she wants, but that will take time.  Shar doesn't like needing help or not being at her best, so she lacks patience with herself.  We continue to tell her how far she has come already.  8 days ago she was considered non-verbal, and now she can engage in conversation and laughs and jokes.  

Jerry spent a lot of time at the hospital with Shar today.  They held hands and watched Hallmark Channel movies (although they probably already saw them).  It was sweet to witness them together in this way, although they have always been loving with each other throughout their marriage.  Jerry did get frstrated that there is no quick fix for Shar, but he has been great about supporting her.  

Tomorrow (Wednesday) Shar will get an EEG to check her brain waves and make sure she doesn't have any microscopic brain bleeds.  We also expect that she was be transferred out of the critical care unit at some point and hope to get her to the Rehab as soon as possible.  We think she will benefit from the focus on therapy - both physical and speech.  

Thanks to everyone for all your thoughts and prayers!  We tell Shar all the time how many people are praying for her and care about her, and there is not doubt that makes a difference for her!