Journal WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8, 2011 8:00 AM, PDT


Steady Progress and Big Thanks!
Each day Andy is interacting more and more with everyone, and while he still drifts off in between all of the activities, he acknowledges folks when they enter the room, and it's clear he likes getting out of bed and moving about the facility.

Daily physical and speech therapy are proving to be helpful. The folks that perform these services are simply angels, and their kindness and encouraging approach with Andy in tackling these challenges is heartening. Andy is still building strength on the right side (arm and leg), however, he is able to hold a very small amount of weight on the right side while standing, which is a promising sign.

Things will be relatively quiet for the next two days....Daily speech and physical therapy will continue, as will trips outside to enjoy the sunshine and fresh air. Next big day will be Friday, when we have a follow-up MRI slated, which is very important, as the results will provide the team with an updated picture of the tumor, through which the size and growth/diminishment will be evaluated.

Thanks again to everyone for your continued kindness through your prayers and good wishes. Very special thanks to Dave Smith, Sally Bean and everyone at Factory Five Racing for sending along the very cool (and very kind) Factory Five Racing hat, which was signed by all of the great folks back there in Wareham, MA. Frank Maslowski delivered the hat on Saturday, and it brought a big smile to Andy. The Factory Five Racing community is like no other, and we are humbled to be even a small part of such a truly amazing group of people. We feel surrounded by love and support, and truly appreciate your kindness. To all of our FFR friends, best wishes for a wonderful Open House this weekend. Looking forward to the announcement of the 818 Design Contest winners!......Warmest regards....Karen

Hank