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Today Bob's speech therapist, Marianne, upgraded his diet from "advanced soft" solids to "regular" solids: Bob can eat regular foods. That is a significant advance in his recovery. It is hard to believe that one month ago he was eating through a feeding tube. This means we can bring food from outside the hospital as a treat. Another bonus: Bob can now have a bite of my mom's doughnut when they visit the Dunkin Donuts in the lobby. But just a bite, he still must eat the diet of a heart attack survivor: low in salt and fat.

Marianne loved the tablet that my cousin Cecilia brought last saturday. Marianne thought it was a great present and it will be very useful in Bob's rehabilitation. Bob likes having it by his bedside. Today he used it to write a word to answer a question I had asked him. I didn't understand the word, although it was legible, it was nonsensical.

Bob's occupational therapist suggested he wear a watch again. This could help direct his attention to his right arm. It seems he is more aware of his right leg, than his right arm. When Bob rides the wheel chair without the foot support, he uses his left foot hook under this right to support it. This prevents the right foot from dragging on the ground.

I helped Bob tie his shoe today. I held one lace, he held the other and together we did a pretty nice job.

My mom brought Bob a mirror that stands alone so that he can shave without help. She also brought Bob his nook and he remembered how to unlock the screen and navigate through the menu. Bob didn't want to keep it around because the amount of words was overwhelming. So my mom will bring it back home and try again another time. Bob was an avid reader and I can't wait for him to devour books again.

Bob's doctor said he is doing very well. The team will meet again tomorrow. We are not sure if they will give him a whole new assessment. That's all for today. Thanks for reading and keep the positive thoughts and prayers coming.