Fri. and Weekend

Melinda is doing well. She is working very hard and continues to progress every day. On Friday, PT and OT worked together to help strengthen her arm and hand muscles. The therapist said, "If the muscles tighten up, she won't have any function in her right arm." Melinda's eating and swallowing is going well. The Speech therapist said, "Melinda will have another swallow test next week." If she passes, she will be able to eat and drink anything she wants. She said, "I want a McDonald's hamburger and Chinese food!" Melinda is in good spirits. She is enjoying all her visits, phone calls and get well cards. I know seeing and hearing familiar faces and voices has helped her recovery. Before, she would just look at you with a blank stare and now I am seeing a HUGE difference in her facial expressions. Melinda is funny and making everybody laugh till we are all in tears. Melinda and Jon have come a long way since April 24th and we owe it all to our Heavenly Father! Please keep praying as they endure the many hours of therapy. Thank you and God Bless!! If you would like to visit Melinda, the hours are M-F 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Sat & Sun 12:00 - 8:00 pm.