Some things are coming together

We still have not talked to Neurology, but we did get ENT. They were able to down size his trach so now he can start talking again. He is still quiet and raspy, but will be back to normal in no time. ENT would like to get the trach out soon. Monday he will have another swallowing test to see if he can start eating and drinking, then he will be able to get rid of a lot of the tubes. This was good news, since the first doctor we talked to this morning said he could not get his trach downsized for 7-10 days. I wish they would not talk out of their areas as it sends us all on a roller coaster.

Early this morning Neal accidentally pulled out his nose tubes and IV. They were able to replace the IV quickly, but it took a while to get the nose tube back in. Unfortunately since he cannot swallow and he needs to take his pills. The tube is back in now and he should be getting his pills tonight. He is able to get in and out of bed and into a chair. He had physical therapy in before he could talk asking him about his lifestyle and helping him bathe, if he could talk, man would he have a lot to say. They were just trying to help, but I know he was saying oh please in his head. He was able to send a text message to Ryan and Leslie since they have been unable to visit and I know that made their day. Mom was able to see him as well, which made her worry a little less. Seeing it is much different than hearing about it, I can understand this. I think we can all sleep good tonight!