6.6.08

Steve had another outing today, this time to the new Adam Sandler movie. Unfortunately the whole experience revealed the massive physical and emotional challenges of Steven's current condition out in the world.

His lungs needed to be suctioned three times, and now this intense exercise had to be done in a movie theater/mall setting. His hands were cold, but his head felt like he was on fire, making him sweaty and uncomfortable. And some people stared as he maneuvered his chair. The toll of this new life is overwhelming. So what started as an exciting venture ended up just making Steve deeply sad and upset.

Tomorrow, Steve will see Kyle (April's 3 1/2 year old daughter) for the first time since the accident. Steve has been a huge part of Kylie's life for the two years that Steve and April have been dating. Kyle has been dying to see Steve; she misses him very much. I pray that the day will be full of smiles. I pray that tomorrow is the day that it starts to get easier. And I take comfort in knowing that April is staying with Steve tonight. I know that means that at the very least, Steve will start his day with a big smile. Thank you April.