[Ohio-talk] He's Back

[Smith, JW]

ALL THE TIME and what an awesome report!

Thank you so much for keeping us informed about William and his progress and challenges you will be Blessed for that too!

Jw

Dr. JW Smith
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School of Communication Studies
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Athens, OH 45701
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Subject: [Ohio-talk] He's Back

Today I visited William H an outstandingly, he has returned.

 

William is definitely in the stages of acceptance.  He is alert, reading the calendar and food menus independently.  He knew the date and is up on his current events.  He was even flirting with his nurse.  It was refreshing to hear him laugh openly and engaging in a conversation.  He prompted and asked many questions today about what exactly happened to him.  He wanted to know all the details from ICU, respirator, three operations, amputations and even when he could not recall his name.  He wanted to know what date he became ill to who is running for State President and Vice this year.  He asked about the board meeting and if it was going to be by telephone.  These things sounds small, but he has not initiated a conversation since March.
He dressed himself and actually requested additional food.  For all who knows him, he loves to eat.  William has not eaten additional food in a long time.  Also, .  He is maneuvering his wheelchair in a fast pace and is counting down the weeks until he is standing on two feet again.  He sees the future and that is wonderful.  So, when you speak to him, have a little patience.  He probably will ask a lot of questions to catch up on the last
nine months.   

 

Prayers have been answered and he has been delivered.  Please continue to pray and send up good wishes.  I know that others are visiting, but please keep the phone calls coming.  His telephone number is 440-348-0724.

 

God is good!!!!

 

ST   

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