Things are looking good here in Minnesota. Dr. Wan removed the atrial balloon pump this morning because Chris had such a stable weekend. Next they will start to turn down some of the medications in order to take him off of the vent in a few days. Chris was awake and aware that I was with him earlier. With the balloon pump gone, he should not have to be so heavily sedated. I spent the morning on the phone calling our insurance company, bank and what not, trying to get things rolling from my backpack being stolen. I talked to Lost and Found here at the hospital-they are just sick about something like this happening-it has not happened much here at all. They said everyone is on the look out for it here at the hospital and would love to be able to bring it to me-I am not holding my breath. It is so nice to have Lyland and Bill here. although we talked with them on the phone before, them physically being here is really a treat. Again, thank you for the thoughts and prayers, please keep them heading our way. Take Care. Mary Jo