April 22 9:00

Good evening, it is as good an evening as it was a day. I know Reese gave you all an update and some of it bears repeating. Neil's trach was capped this morning at 8:50 this morning. He is breathing on his own with a bit of oxygen. My goodness, this is wonderful. Of course, doing this he can talk. What a beautiful sound!!!! You know all the good news from the infectious disease doctor and the orthopedist. It just does not get better than this. Now, I have been gone last two days to work out of town. I told Neil I would have left two weeks ago if I had known the progress he would make it I left. We cannot wait until tomorrow. Please pray for Neil's lungs, leg and HIS breathing on his own.

Daniel and Kenneth tried to see Sue off but missed her. They are not sure how and went all over the hospital looking for her. Well, I went by Health South on my way in tonight to see Sue. She was asleep so I just threw her a kiss. She is in a comfortable room with a roommate. I am sure everyone over there will know her a "Queen". Nelson continues to improve. His brother is just beaming. Please pray for the full recovery of Sue, Shannon, Nelson, John and our other friends her.

We have a praise report. Our sweet friend, Pam Baker, was released from the hospital today. We are so pleased she is home tonight. Please add David Bandstra to the top of your prayer list as he awaits reports from biopsies.

Thanks so much for your love and support.