As strong as I've heard Dad sound in months

I just talked to Dad as I walked around the Denver Airport. He sounded stronger on the phone than I've heard him in MONTHS. And this is after a really packed day of rehab. The big news of the day is that the wheelchair has been removed from his room -- for good. Dad is now walking to all of his appointments, and even got permission to start walking outside (with an escort). He's doing really well, and is even MORE ready to get back to Omaha to see everyone.

The next week and a half is going to be hard on everyone - as he continues to get stronger, his will to get back to Omaha is going to get stronger and stronger. Good luck, Mayo Clinic. :)

Hopefully some better sleep is in store for him tonight, and those staples really can't come out soon enough. The doctors are due to come in tomorrow to evaluate and plan next steps.

It's our hope that Dad is home for Father's Day - or as this year most assuredly will be called, Grandfather's Day.