Saturday, July 19, 2008

7.19.08

Steve was feeling better as of a little while ago when I talked to Mare. He was having serious pain earlier today, but he's more comfortable now. Thank you to John Rice for loaning Steve your manual wheelchair, which has allowed him to move about his living space. I had the pleasure of meeting John and his wife Becky in the hospital in Huntsville. John had been to Shepherd after his own spinal cord injury. He had heard about Steven through Becky Hubert and his visit to the hospital was so reassuring and informative. I know that he's since been in touch and offering advice to Joe along the way. Anyway, thank you John.

Steve was able to sit in front of his massive new TV with lot of friends yesterday. Apparently, they have named the space, "The Man Cave." He was spent after the long day socializing and he slept the whole night.

Unfortunately, the nurse service that was supposed to come yesterday backed out. Hopefully, something will come through soon. Both day and night shifts are really tough on MaryAnn and Joe.