8/19/06 Prayer Request

Mike has had a fever of just over 100 for the past 24 hours.  He is being watched closely, and tests are being run to determine the nature of an apparent infection.  Mike was asked if he was in any pain or if he felt sick, and he responded that he did not.  Of course, that is very reassuring.  Please pray that this is not serious and that it can be resolved quickly, so that Mike can stay at ManorCare and avoid any loss of therapy.

We will keep you informed.  Thanks.

8/19/06

Mike has had a good week of therapy, and his spirits seem to be high.  He has been spending time up in his wheelchair, and there has been some talk of capping his trach, which would allow him to try to speak more (though he can say a few words at times with the type of trach that is in place).  He is really benefitting from your visits, and he appears to thrive on them, so make time to stop in if you can.