Steady progress

JoDee's progress continues to amaze all of us. Each day brings new blessings and gratitude for her improvements. We have been able to enjoy her spirit and personality a bit more every day as she returns more to her healthy self. It is nice to have more laughter in our lives again, and it is great to see her smile.

Her days are filled with walks and naps. She has been able to spend more time with the kids, and has even helped get the kids ready for bed a few times. Believe it or not, JoDee is able to cut back drastically on the pain pills, and usually only takes one prior to bed. She tried sleeping with a few less pillows last night, but woke up quite sore and need to be propped up a bit again. She is able to do the stairs in our house by herself and really has no problem getting around. The scars on her left temple from the stitches are fading rapidly. She often comments that the incision for the chest tube feels like it is "reopening" but it appears to be healing quite well. Not sure why they don't use stitches on those large incisions, but they don't.

Mom and Dad have continued to make life here at home much better for all of us with all of their help. I don't know where we would be without them. Likewise, I don't know how we would have made it through this chapter in our lives without the love, support and prayers of all of our friends and family. Once again, thank you to all of you who have shared of your time and resources to help our family. Thank you and Merry Christmas!