Chris continues to steadily improve. The dialysis has really helped-the numbers the doctors were concerned about have dropped considerably. Dr. Wan (Puga's associate) said if Chris continues on this route the vent may be removed in 24-48 hours. Chris gave a thumbs up on that. Chris has listened to music and watched TV today. When we left this evening, he was getting ready to watch Desperate Housewives. We found out today that Dr. Puga fell down some steps and broke both of his wrists at the end of last week or over the weekend, so he is doing his own recuperating. Chris's sense of humor is back-he is pantomiming his wants and needs-I am still not very good at understanding what he is trying to tell me, but we make do. Hopefully tomorrow will not only bring snow (which I love) but continued improvement in Chris's recovery. As always, keep the thoughts and prayers heading our way. Take Care. Mary Jo