Joe update

He is still in ICU.  He had the tubes taken out of his nose this morning.  He is breathing on his own and talking - well rasping.  He was very agitated and anxious afterwards.  However, he was settling down this afternoon.  He still can't drink so we wet a swab and clean out his mouth.  He saw me with a coke and asked for some.  I swabbed his mouth with it and he was quite satisfied.  The nurse was hesitant but talked to the charge nurse who said it was fine.  He should be able to drink tomorrow and if all goes well should be home on Monday - fingers crossed.
Thank you for the prayers.