Message from Amy

Dear Fellow Lovers of Laurence,

Here on the 14th floor of OSHU, Laurence rests and seems to draw strength with each breath. He hand-squeezed on command today, a milestone, although I half suspect that some of his failure to do so before now is simply his defiance over doing anything 'on command'. He has the most marvelous yawns, wide and deep, and he belly-laughs. He cries sometimes, apparently sad but not in pain. Last night he spoke "wonderful" in his own strong resonant voice.

The doctor says he is improving every day. Current plan is for another week or two here, and then on to rehabilitation before coming home.

Christine reminds me of a circling hawk, searching for some good news to 'prey' upon. One couldn't imagine greater devotion. The biggest response from L. was after I whispered in his ear that we were all taking good care of her - he quivered about a 10 on the richter scale.

I've had the intense pleasure of meeting his beautiful sister Lorraine, who is keeping watch over the three of us here. I don't think a day has gone by without someone from his family being with him.

That's all. Just wanted to chime in.
Yours,
Amy