Sat. Nov. 29th, 2008 @ 8:42pm

JoLinda had a restless night last night. I think trying to get used to breathing through a smaller trach. However, she did have a great day. Her walking and balance is much better. Did really well on the stairs. Downstairs a bit harder. Her speaking valve has been in all day, which is great, and she has done a lot of talking. JoLinda even talked to her brother, Brenton, on the phone for about 3 sec. It was really cool! We knew she was confused about everything, but now to hear how confused is scary. She has no idea where she is or what she is doing. Let alone, why people keep asking her questions. Very sad to see her cry and be so frustrated with everyone around her. She still thinks she is in school and in St. George. Almost 5 weeks have gone by. Things are better, yet so very slowly. Still doing well on her calorie intake through a straw. Don't think they will take out the feeding tube though because she has removed her 3rd wire from her mouth, and surgeon is going to have to sedate her and wire her jaw again. Why wait til Tuesday? Good question. Anyway, Rich, Jovi, and Beau leave tomorrow. I will be very sad to have them leave. Love, Laurie