Trying

Our prayer lately has been that Ian would have clearer speech and a stronger short-term memory.

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Though Ian's speech is often not very clear, it's encouraging that he is regularly trying to make himself understood. He'll even attempt to spell out what he's trying to say. God bless Larissa for her patience in working with him on that! I've noticed a pattern in his recovery since the wreck: little break-throughs in areas where we've been praying and then suddenly he's doing it consistently. This is another good example.

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He struggles with his short-term memory, too. He often can't remember what happened 20 minutes ago let alone yesterday's events. We continue to rehearse things with him over and over again, and at times he'll remember those things we rehearse all the time. He and Larissa are going through the book of Luke together, and he remembers that. Occasionally, lately, we've noticed he'll remember something that happened earlier in the day - more little break-throughs. We pray that he would more consistently remember.

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There really are a lot of hopeful signs of progress in Ian. In one way it's sad, because it's as though he's starting his life all over again learning the basics. But, in another, it's pretty incredible that he's at this point. We're so grateful for Ian's growth and progress!

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Thank you for praying!

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Steve