Middle of October

I am sorry for the late posting but doesn't it seem like the time is just flying by lately?!! I just returned from an evening with Jay. Our dear friends Beth and Darin came by to see him. They are both Therapists who work here in town! It was nice to get some advice and second opinions on Jay. Jay has been doing really well. Tonight I felt like he and I were having a conversation minus his voice. He is so close! I feel he is right there, and I know it will just take time and we all have to be patient with him. He really wants to get better. My mom has been asking him yes and no questions which he answers by kicking the signs, "yes" and "no". It seems to work well with Jay since he can't speak yet.
He had an appointment with his neurologist this week. As you can imagine my mom had many questions for him and got some answers and some not. As we have learned with a "TBI" tramatic brain injury, it takes time and everyone's injury is different. Jason is scheduled for an MRI and EEG next week. These tests will give the Dr. and us some more answers on Jason's current and future condition.
Jason has been drinking water for the first time. The nurse will put a little cup filled with water to his mouth and he will drink and swallow it. He is getting better and better with swallowing! I even gave him some tonight after I brushed his teeth...shh don't tell the nurses!! ha ha. I feel like sneaking him a milkshake or something! You know he would love it! We are taking baby steps with the swallowing water because they want to make sure it is being swallowed into his stomach and not his lungs.
I am enjoying the one on one time Jason and I are having together. I really feel he is listening to me and understanding every word. He always was a good listener.
Well, hope this post finds your family healthy and well. I can't believe we are nearing the holiday season. Thanks so much for your comments,
Love April