8/14/07 Update from Omaha

Real quick update as I have an early day tomorrow with various appointments. We had another good day here in Omaha, Leah continues to be in good spirits and is showing signs of improvement on her PT. Some of the exercises continue to be difficult, especially as her back will get tight, and moving some of those muscles can be difficult once she is tensed up. We met with a family doctor and got a blood check to verify her cumidin levels (2.2, which was good), and set up some appointments for the next stage of the recovery. Leaving the hospital was a big accomplishment, but only a small step in a very long road.

We have had a number of visitors stop by and say hi. We really enjoy the visits, as they bring lots of cheer and a new face of someone who cares for us. We thank all fo those who have stopped by, and look forward to more visitors.

I would like to thank all of the people who have sent cards, flowers, and emails to us. All of these help keep our spirits upbeat. We can not express our gratitude enough to all of those who have pitched in and helped, talked to us, or in someway kept us in your thoughts and prayers.

We did have a bit of a down moment, as Leah felt very frustrated at her inability to do much. She realized that she is not going to be able to work much in the next few weeks, and is frustrated that she can't help me more. She felt that she was a bit of a "burden and a broken person." I attempted to allay these concerns, and have kind of expected some of these thoughts to arise, as Leah is a very independent and driven woman, who hates to not be involved in the action. I know that these next few weeks are going to be trying for her, and I hope that we will be able to deal with these concerns as the time comes.

Oh, please note my father's update from Denver below. There is new room information and contact info. Please continue to send Rachel emails, as they very much help keep the spirits upbeat there in Denver.

Thanks once again to all of you out there.

J