"Tracy Update: Today was a GREAT day! Right from the start, when I looked into his eyes I saw clarity that I had not seen since this all started. He was very alert and talkative, like the Tracy we know and love! He also had his feeding tube taken out. He fed himself breakfast, this was really the first time he has had an appetite. He had OT stop in and see him, she sat him on the side the of the bed and had him do arm exercises. Yesterday when OT stopped in this activity wore him out for the rest of the day. Today it seemed to energize him. He ate a bigger lunch and felt good. He took a short nap and then had PT stop in, she got him up and out of bed. He even walked down the hall!!! I was so impressed and proud of him! The speech theripst stopped by to work on some cognitive skills with him. He did well, but got frustrated when some things didn't come easily. We reasurred him they will come. There is talk that tomorrow we may get moved out of ICU!! Scary but exciting news, I have been so happy with Tracy's care @ KU Med, from the Doc's to the Nurses!! I can never thank them enough for saving Tracy's life. My family will be forever grateful. Much love Marla and Family "