The trauma doctor who performed the tracheotomy on Steven last Saturday night just spoke with MaryAnn and Joe. He said that he did not expect to come in today and see Steven here, since he was flat lined on the table when he saw him last week. He was amazed at the progress that he has made, as are the nurses on his unit (we've been told that he's a bit of a celebrity here in the hospital).
So far the doctors have been on the grimmer side of things, but today, Dr. Nujar said that he wants for Steven to walk back in here one day to shake his hand. We are overjoyed by this statement, my guess is that he probably doesn't get to say these optimistic things everyday. But we are also very aware that it will be a long, long, difficult road of recovery and we will need to take on day at a time. Steven does have a lot working in his favor, like his progress thus far, his age, his strength and his drive. And the love and prayers from all of you. Thank you.
We still expect for him to depart for the Shepherd center on Tuesday morning. Our goal for the next day and a half is to just keep his spirits up and keep him strong for his transport.
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