Abby update - December 16

First, of all, Happy Birthday to Abby's Uncle Stephen and her dear friend Taylor! We've got lots of catching up to do on many types of celebrations when we get home!

Today was a quiet day for me and Abby (I'm sure much quieter than for those of you trying to finish Christmas shopping!). She had her reduced therapy schedule this morning, we took a nap after lunch (well, okay, I took a nap and she watched a movie), we walked and read outside in the beautiful weather until sunset, and had some guests in the evening. Gordon and Frank had some time in Wimberley, where their basketball team put up a good effort against the Goliath squad of the league (unfortunately, the Davids didn't come out ahead today...).

Tomorrow should be a fun day, as Abby has another pass to leave Warm Springs for a few hours--this time for fun of our own choosing, rather than a doctor's appointment. The days here are rapidly winding down, and I keep wondering if each day is the last day we'll see some special staff member. We're so appreciative for all the people who have cared for Abby, here and all along the way--it's hard to think that we may not see many of them again after all they've done for us. They are certainly storing up treasures in Heaven for the way they are loving people, including us, here on earth...

Thanks to all of you who have loved us along the way, as well...
--the Linams