Dar's nurse Rachael (called) said that Dar (last night) is in a really, really good mood. Won't stop laughing, I think they switched the oxygen bottle. Say she is reallly feeling better and entertaining everyone. Way to go baby, !!!! :)

Rachael also told me that Dar will probably begin weaning from the ventilator sometime today. In as much as the hospital has seen a deluge of pheunomonia cases and the hospital is "full", Dar will most likely remain in the CCU/ICU unit.

Rachael says that they are going to use a different type of suctioning for Dar beginning to day. We have not used this on Dar in the past but I am familiar with the concept. All it is, is a "sealed" suctioning unit. It allows the staff the ability to suction Dar without having to "set up" each and every time. This particular type set up is a sealed, sterile set-up. and will make suctioning for Dar much less awkward and less invasive.

Well, thats about all I can tell you at this early hour. I will be calling about 6:30 or so this morning and check in with Christine. I will venture to say that Dar will have rested well and will be doing well. Stay tuned as the day progresses and I will keep you posted.

Thank you for your prayers and support, we still have not heard about our "assistance/home help" as yet. I have heard that Margie is not going to be as available as we had hoped, she will be able to assist should I want to plan a fishing trip or such. This in itself will be a huge help. We still need to find help during the day and nights, please keep these needs in your prayers and if you have ideas, please let me know.

Love to all,
Dar/Danny/Jamiesue