Paul's Update - 11/21/06

Dear Friends:

What a wonderful day. Paul's 26th birthday. Tabby said Paul had mostly a quiet day. Dad was gone all day after going over to take Paul his Starbucks and let the nurse in. The kitchen is beginning to take shape. It should only be a few more days for it to be done. Tonight we took Paul out for dinner at the Japanese Steak house in Manassas. Paul was feeling pretty good. Before we left Uncle Jimmy called to wish Paul a happy birthday. Paul took the phone & put it up to his ear and said "hello". He listened intently and responded when Uncle Jimmy talked to him. He appeared to be having a conversation. He wouldn't give up the phone when Tabby tried to take it ... I guess he wasn't done with his conversation!! When he was done he held out the phone for someone to take. After he was done it was time to go out for dinner. Aunt Ann, Uncle John & Nana arrived today and were coming along with Bobby, Jen, Carolyn, Dad & me, Tabby, Paul & Max. Paul enjoyed dinner and after we finished eating the waitress brought Paul a hat made of balloons & an ice cream sundae for his birthday. They sang "Happy Birthday" to him. He had one candle to blow out. He had a bit of difficulty at first but he blew out the candle. It was so fun and Paul seemed to enjoy himself. I'm enclosing a link to some pictures! What a blessing to celebrate another birthday with Paul. It certainly takes on a special importance for all of us.

Have a great Thanksgiving!! Lynne & Carl