Patti and the family went to see Daniel Saturday and he had a short day with his physical training. So, he wasn’t too tired to visit and wasn’t asleep. But he wasn’t talking much, either. He shook his head in response to many things when spoken to. Patti encouraged him to speak to them but she found only when he got agitated or upset did he talk. So, he’s been quiet of late. She did notice that he does listen very intently, though, and you can tell the thinking process is there.

He is interacting with everyone and having fun with the family. At one point during their visit, Patti was “chasing” the kids by pushing Daniel in his wheel chair. They all were laughing and when they got close to Stephanie, Daniel leaned over to “grab” her. Patti had to push him back up to his proper seating position, but she could tell he really enjoyed the game. That made them all very happy.

To conclude this update, he’ll be getting his feeding tube inserted directly to his stomach today. It’s a local surgery procedure and he shouldn’t need to go under. The nurse told Patti that’s a quick and fairly routine procedure. So, pray that it goes well and that it won’t be needed too long there.

Patti hopes to get out there tomorrow and see him again and I’ll get you updates when I get them. Again, I hope to get out there soon to get some pictures up for you all to see. Keep praying for him and thank you for all your support!

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