Update from Jocelyn: September 10

I got to go home to CA last weekend to visit Nate and it was so good to see that he's doing better everyday. I was with him when they took his breathing tube off because he was doing so well on his own. He hasn't moved back up to peds yet because it has been full, but we're hoping that something opens up today. The staff in peds was fantastic to work with and they love Nate so that's where he'd like to be. Right now Nate is working with physical and occupational therapists to stretch and strengthen his muscles and is doing a great job. Another piece of good news is that Nate's appetite is coming back, carbs seem to be his favorite in the form of spaghetti and white bread. We'll post another update soon. Thanks for everything!