Sunday, May 23

Paul continues to hang in there, having lots of visitors to spend good time with him.  A couple of weeks ago my mom, sister and two nephews came out for a short visit.  Paul was happy to see everyone and enjoyed watching a movie, "Slumdog Millionaire", with all of them.  His brother, Mark, and sister-in-law, Brenda,   came out this past weekend.  We had a fun visit with them, and good food as well.  The last picture is of Paul getting outside with his primary caregiver, Donna.  She is very good to all of us, and takes special care of Paul.  The weather has been much better for getting outside.  He enjoys the walks in the wheelchair.  Today he got up in the recliner for dinner and had another one of his Leffe Bruin.  He still enjoys following the Reds on the sling box, and any other sports that are on television.  I often get home from school and find Paul and Donna watching Sports Center.  Thanks again for all the prayers and good thoughts coming for all of us.  Carole

Friday, May 7

There haven't been too many big changes with Dad lately.  He continues to do pretty well physically - he's been out of the bed a couple times with the help of the lift.  The picture below was taken when Brian and Karen were here and helped him sit in the recliner for a while.  We've also continued to have a lot of help from friends, family and neighbors.

Right now Dad and I are sitting and having a Leffe - bruin for him and blonde for me.  Carole is headed to Minneapolis for the weekend.  It's good for Carole to finally get a weekend away, as she really needs some relaxation time.  Somehow I'm guessing that she might find at least an hour or two to go shopping!

We continue to appreciate all of the thoughts, prayers, and assistance that you've all given us.  Thank you all so much.