Update 6/20/09-8:01 pm

Grace Patti is still in the ICU, although she has made some important improvements. Our concern yesterday was her low blood pressure. Today Grace Patti is off the norepinephrine and her blood pressure has remained relatively stable (we are excited about this!). Last night Patti was given a blood transfusion and calcium. Grace Patti was also fed through her NG tube. Her medical team is still working on keeping her lungs clear and for now keeping her sedated. They did however reduce her sedation to check neurological function and asked her to follow various commands--which she did. One of the ICU nurses asked Dharmaseeli (Grace Patti's daughter) if Patti sews. After confirming that Patti is an avid seamstress, Dharmaseeli inquired as to why the nurse asked. The nurse told Dharmaseeli that Patti had been making sewing motions with her hands today. Even though it is difficult to see Grace Patti lying in a bed with a ventilator it is exciting to know that she is still thinking and dreaming about her hobbies! We are all anxious for her to be able to do the things that she enjoys. The past few days has definitely been an emotional journey. But, as a family, we have daily seen God's promises being fulfilled in Patti's progress. We would again like to thank all who are lifting Patti up in prayer and ask that you continue your vigil as she has a long road of recovery ahead of her.