It is hard to stay positive when surrounded by people who are just doing their job.  Like it is anywhere, some of the nurses and doctors seem sincere in their caring but others are obviously not and it is SO frustrating.  I have a hard time sometimes holding my tongue :)  Imagine that!  I just need to remember that they each have lives outside of here and I have no idea what they are going through either...

Danny sat up on the edge of the bed today for a few minutes which is the first time he has sat up without a chair or the bed supporting him.  He got really light headed...said he feels like he got his bum handed to him today. (paraphrased)  He is getting more coordinated everyday with his movements and the breathing without the vent is going well.  Saturday is still the plan for the speaking valve.  We both just want out of this place and somewhere closer to home.  We are ready to get back to life and closer to the people we love.

I'll start posting more pics.  I told Danny today that just because this is going on, it is still our life and we should have memories of it.  There have been a lot of positives in this experience too and Danny and I have each grown so much.  This has definitely changed our perception of life, what's important, and our love for each other and the kids.