November 10th, 2008 pm

It is 6:42 pm on Monday night. I actually just got back from going to Applebees just down the street. My sister Beth made me get out of the hospital for just a little while. We grabbed a bite to eat, and then came straight back. I was actually a little nice to get some fresh air. I didn't know it was so chilly out. If a good day is one that didn't go the wrong direction, then that is what Mary had. She was pretty much out all day because of the medication for her pain. She rested comfortable for the most part of the day. Her vitals are still good, and will still do commands with her right side when the doctors ask. I met with the surgeon today a little, and he said these are still good signs. It is just going to take a long time. Mary has to be feeling scared, and confused on why she is like she is. She can't talk very well, her body just doesn't work right yet. We are constantly staying by her side now so she has a family member with her to reassure her that it's OK. If I could trade places with her I would. The doctor also said that it may be conceivable that she could be out of ICU by the end of the week. We will see. Again, we are taking this one day at a time. With all of her rest today, I hope and pray that she will have a better day tomorrow. It is rare these days to actually find the person that you will spend the rest of your life with. I found mine about 25 years ago. Mary is my soul mate. I will be here until I take her home with me. Only God knows when that will be. Until then I will keep doing everything that I can do to make it happen. I couldn't do this without my family, I need them and love them. Sometimes a person just doesn't say those words enough. I know I didn't, but I do now. Thanks.