Weekly update

Mikey had a very good week at OCH. He continues to do well with his therapy, although he does not like (hates) wearing his cast during the day on his right arm. He is constantly trying to negotiate with me and the therapist about when he has to wear it. When 4:00 rolls around, he can't wait to take it off. But, the cast has helped. I see his left hand get stronger week by week. When I think back to what that hand could do 3 weeks ago vs. what it can do today, I am amazed. He is still on schedule to be discharged next Friday.

Last week Mikey and several of the kids at OCH went on an afternoon field trip to Bass Pro Shop. It was a chance for them to get away from the hospital and have some fun. Everyone enjoyed themselves and are looking forward to next weeks outing, a Texas Rangers baseball game Wednesday night. Wish I could go!

Mikey has turned into quit the little card shark during his stay. He has organized a nightly Texas Hold 'em poker game with himself and 2 of the other boys on his floor. They play each night with a bunch of Skittles. It is a lot of fun to watch these 3 shooters playing cards. When he is not trying to be a World Series of Poker Champion, Mikey enjoys playing Yahtzee and rummy with mom and dad and grandma.

Speaking of grandma (my mom), I will be forever thankful to her for coming down to Texas and staying with us. She was a tremendous help, both around the house, and at the hospital. It was a God send to have someone around to help with the other kids at home, and stay with Mikey when we had to be somewhere else. Thanks Mom!