I apologize for taking so long to update this information. Brian is doing quite well all things considered. His attitude continues to be very positive and upbeat. He continues to work hard in physical therapy and it shows. He gets stronger everyday and his appetite is great. His medical team are all impressed by his effort and progress. One of his attending Dr's keeps calling him the poster patient for the facility mostly because of his positive outlook and effort. The medical team won't give a date for discharge yet. The next big day to look forward to is July 19th when the c-collar and chest brace come off for good. Once that happens they want to really put him to work and depending on how all that goes they will be able to start talking about when he can come home.

One a personal note I would like to once again thank all of our friends, neighbors, and co-workers for the amazing amount of support and kindness shown. We are truly grateful to be surrounded by so many kind and caring people. To all who braved the construction and crazy drivers to visit Brian, it really brightens his day.

To his buddies in Iraq being able to talk with you guys on the phone and read your e-mails meant more to him than you can imagine. He really misses you guys and looks forward to seeing you soon. In the mean time please stay safe and come home soon.