June 20: A Positive Day

Karl was moved to "ICU lite" where he is not as strictly monitored as the normal ICU. A good step in the right direction. Our guy is the mend this week- and has had some really great days. His comfort level has increased immensely since getting the fluid out of his chest and overall he just feels better.

Karl has been able to take phone calls from him family and sounds nice and clear on a cell phone. His voice is much stronger than before.  Physical therapy is also progressing. Stronger each day and working hard at it. PT wears Karl out but he does give it his all. 

Karl is having back pains from sitting in bed and recliners all day, so we are working hard to get him walking. He is currently able to stand with some assistance. It's apparent that Karl wants to get out of the hospital and work on his recovery at home. 

Appetite wise, Karl is ready for that steak. He's eating better and drinking well. Slow and steady at this point. We don't want to rush the process, but finally we have something to be happy about!

Hoping to be back in rehab soon!