ANDREW DAVIS BENEFIT

I have some great news to share! Andrew is still recovering at great speeds due to everyone’s encouragement and prayers. He had his trache tube removed today! They removed it completely and now his throat will heal up on his own. I am assuming this process must be pretty fast, since they aren’t sewing him up. The world of medical mysteries, but what great news!

Andrew has also moved to level 2 in his food intake. He can now eat diced meats, small chunks of food, and drink pure liquids (no thickening necessary). His next level will be eating all foods! My parents are excited because they are able to give him doughnuts, milkshakes (which my Dad said he’s not a fan of because it’s too cold on his throat), pie, cake, etc. I know he gets a lot of healthy foods with his meal from Rancho. My guess is: My parents are trying to fatten him up a little.

Andrew hasn’t gotten sick in 4 days! Another good reason to celebrate! He hasn’t had any citric juices, since my parents put the sign over his bed, these past four days. They are hoping that is the reason for him getting sick so much.

He wasn’t quite as motivated today during his therapies, but yesterday he worked really hard. Yesterday he walked to and from the physical therapy room with his walker and brace. My Dad said he does pretty good (he follows alongside him sometimes). Today Andrew got to do the Wii Fitness. They are trying to work on building back up his strength and balance. My Dad said he seemed kind of bummed and gave the impression he wanted to play a video game instead. Maybe soon Andrew!

Andrew has computer therapy tomorrow. Computer therapy will now be twice a week and part of his weekly regimine. He still isn’t talking a whole lot, but maybe with the trache tube out it might help him a little. I’m sure a lot of it is just processing still. Simple puzzles and matching games sometimes throws Andrew off. He is having to relearn a lot of things due to his surgeries, but with his determination it will come in no time.

It’s hard to believe how well Andrew is doing this short after his surgeries and being in a coma! We are so proud of him and know God performed a miracle.

Aunt Chris and Aunt Becky are having a great time visiting Mom, Dad, and Andrew. Aunt Jane was going over to the rehabilitation center tonight. My Dad said it was great to have his sisters there, but wished Aunt Jody could have been there too! That would have made it complete!

Mom has officially purchased her plane ticket! She is coming home for the benefit on January 9th. We would love it if you could come out and see her. She really misses everybody and is excited for a chance to see her friends!

If you are still interested in attending the benefit, please check out www.fortwayneturners.org and click on the link that says Andrew Davis & Family benefit. There is plenty of room for more friends and family. If you would like to bowl or eat dinner, they would like your reservations by December 31st. If you can’t commit to coming to this event, you can still come for the entertainment and pay at the door. There will be great raffles – professional league autographed memorabilia and much more. Please come out and see us! We’d love to thank you personally for all of your love and support!