Taking Mike Wednesday

Praise God! Praise God! Praise God!!

Tomorrow is the big day to take Mike to Blacksburg.  Everything wasn't done in time to take him today, but that's OK. When the call came today, it was a relief and joy. The cost per day is such that he should be able to stay with Neuro Restorative for 5-6 months! When I was praying this morning, the figure $400 was strong so I prayed that the daily fee would be $400 or less and it's $380!  I know this is still a lot, but when compared to other programs like this and what we're being charged at Tucker since insurance stopped, it is fantastic. Plus it gives Mike a longer time of intensive, structured therapy by BI professionals. I am so excited about the Proposed Plan of Care. It is very comprehensive.

My wonderful Uncle and Aunt, Wendell and Lynn, volunteered to go with us, driving all the way from Yorktown today so we can head out in the morning. Mike is very anxious and excited too. He called me three times this morning, telling me what to bring, when to come, and making sure that I didn't come before breakfast. When I called him this afternoon to let him know we were all set for tomorrow and what time we would come, the nurse went to get him and he said "no".  She just laughed, said a lot of times he's walking around saying my name and wanting to call, and then when I called he was "playing hard to get". Afternoons are not his best time.

I'm looking forward to spending time with him tomorrow outside of the hospital walls and praying he handles the trip and the new location well. Thank you for remembering us in your prayers also.  I'll probably post something on Thursday letting you know how it went. I'm so excited! Thank you, Lord and everyone who has helped make this possible.

Psalm 40:1-3

I waited patiently for the Lord;

He turned to me and heard my cry.

He lifted me out of the slimy pit,

out of the mud and mire;

He set my feet on a rock

and gave me a firm place to stand.

He put a new song in my mouth,

a hymn of praise to our God.

Many will see and fear

and put their trust in the Lord.