Dear Friends of Denny,

Dad is settling into the Kentfield facility, and we are cautiously optimistic. The doctors and staff there have been very attentive, asking many questions about his case and settings some good goals for him. This weekend he enjoyed a visit from his sister, Sally, and Pete. They talked Notre Dame football (go Irish) and Sally helped him do some of the exercises to strengthen his muscles. The doctor (neurologist, I believe) told her that he had very good movement in his left hand (the side that was affected by the stroke). His brother, Paul, and Ed visited today and kept him company. He'll be back to regular physical therapy this week, and the doctor may recommend that he receives it 6 days, rather than just 5. We're hoping that this will help him build up his strength.

Please keep all your good thoughts coming!