We took Dad out on a car ride through Gahanna today.  He does great at helping get in and out of a car.  He needs assistance from the trained staff.  He enjoyed himself and knew where we were going.  He pointed where he wanted to go. 

His words are there.  So please continue to prompt him to use them.  When he gets a word stuck, prompt him with the first sound of the correct word.  Or you can use an example of the situation.  IE: the word wash, when I want to clean my hands I ....

Thank you for your love and support! 

Dad is doing great.  If you are visiting, please try to get him to talk.  He is capable but avoiding.  As hard as it is not to help fill in his blank, push him a little to find the word on his own.   You will know when to jump in with the correction.  That helps tremendously too.  Cementing those connections has been huge. 

He will be going in for another swallow test.  We are hoping he will pass with flying colors.  This will clear him for all foods and beverages.  He has been enjoying the homegrown tomatoes that have been so thoughtfully brought in for him.  Mom is trying out a peach today.  Please pray for a successful test.  I am not sure of the day, but I will keep you informed.

Thank you for all your love and support!

Dad is doing great.  Words are still coming, but there are more of them!  He has had Cane's chicken fingers, Wendy's hamburgers, smoothies (if they are made with bananas), and some homemade chicken salad.  You can only imagine how happy this makes him. 

We cannot thank everyone enough for the outpouring of love.  It has carried us through a very rough year.  We have a long way to go, but it gets easier with your support!