It's Wed...Over the hump day!

We apologize for not posting in a couple of days. Things at Shepherd Center are going very well for Dana. He is getting stronger and stronger everyday. When I got back into town on Monday after being away for five long days, I was pleased to find Dana looking marvelous. He has color back in his face, his appetite is steadily increasing and therapy sessions are getting longer and more intense. The best part, Dana is feeling well enough to enjoy the therapy. Yesterday in speech class, Dana did some research and with the research, started to put together a Power Point Presentation. The presentation will be given to family, friends and Shepherd Center employees at a later date. Today in OT, Dana spent some time in the kitchen using everyday life skills. "I really enjoyed working in the kitchen. I felt right at home. I like to cook and for all of you who know Court and I, know that I do all the cooking. She is yet to find the on button for the stove." says, Dana! Funny...but true. The past few nights we have gotten out of the room for dinner in the cafeteria. We have enjoyed spending some quality time together. Lots to talk about!! Today...I said to myself...Dana is talking and acting like his old self again. Even making few comments that left me in stitches laughing and nearly crying. He is a funny guy!
Tomorrow is a busy day...a couple of classes in the morning and therapy sessions in the early afternoon. In the middle of the afternoon Dana is taking a Neuropsych evaluation test. This test will determine what, if any, weakness that Dana still has from his brain injury. The results will help to formulate a plan for Dana's future therapy sessions. With that being said, this test is usually done close to when a person is to be discharged. The docs are so encouraged with his progress thus far, they would rather sooner than later, so the results can pin point exactly what to target. They are expecting a full recovery from the brain injury and Dana is close to being there. Way to go DANA!! Wish him Luck as the test is 3.5 hours long.
Friday is the tentative date for the long awaited arm surgery. We knew this needed to be done, and are very ready to have it over with. Think good thoughts and wish Dana well as we hope this will be the last of the surgeries.
The cards and emails are wonderful! Dana looks forward to reading them every afternoon. He also reads the blog and loves all of the positive thoughts and comments that are left. Thanks to everyone! Goodnight and have a great Thursday!