She was able to talk today!

Well we had the privileged of bringing dad over to see mom today. Dad is doing awesome (Praise the Lord) and they say that he could even be getting out this week some time.
           When we got there we were advised that we needed to put on a gown and gloves. They found the infection and I guess it was for our protection. when they did the lung scope the other day they found the reason why her white blood cells were high. Some tests came back positive and they were giving her antibiotics.
           Mom seemed to be very tired and the put the speaking valve on her when we got there and it was really a blessing to hear her talk. She was being prompted by the doctors to say hi and she said "hello" and then had the biggest smile that I have seen yet from her. I also noticed that she was moving her left hand which we haven't seen movement in for a while. The nurse said that she had held it up too earlier that day (which means that the right side of her brain, where the injury was, is starting to work).
           Another Praise the Lord is that she is going to be moved to the Nero level of the hospital as soon as there is a room. This is on the same level just down the hall from the ICU (pass the gift shop and the chapel). We will keep you updated on the room number when we get it.
           It was hard seeing my dad just sitting there looking at my mom. He is still pretty saddened by the way mom is. I could only imagine. He was crying silently (he would probably kill me if he knew i told you this). Just keep praying that he doesn't think that this is his fault or take blame for anything that has happened.
           Dad also mentioned that a few days ago as he was in speech therapy that he has some sort of concussion or can't remember things short term. They strictly told him that he couldn't drive. This could be because of all the pain meds that he is on, but they believe it is because of the accident so be praying for that.

Prayer Requests!
- Pray that mom would start talking more. It takes a lot of energy!
- Pray that the antibiotics take care of the infection and she is able to have a regular white blood count and low fever
- Pray that a bed opens up and she is able to be move to Nero Level
- Pray for more movement on right side and a complete healing on right side of brain.
- Pray for emotional healing for dad and be able to get out soon.
- Pray for wisdom on the rest of us in all areas that are needed in assisting and helping parents in the month ahead in their recovery.