3/1/2020

Today was eventful.
Feeding tube was removed...yes!
Took a field trip outside in the snow, amazing to breathe fresh, cold air.
Had a personal grooming sesh with Warren Arevalo

The left lung is still not playing well with others and will keep us here in the ICU for several more days. New goal is Wednesday



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  1. JackiiMarch 1, 2020 at 4:28 PM

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  2. DreaMarch 1, 2020 at 5:56 PM

    Love you, Louis. Glad you have your primping boss brother there to keep you fresh faced. You are a healing badass and you got this. Sending tons of love

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  3. RachelMarch 2, 2020 at 2:58 AM

    It was so good to see you Saturday! I know our visit was short-lived, but healing is hard work and we didn't want to bother you for longer than we needed to. You're looking great and I was so glad to see your bright personality has remained firmly intact!

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  4. UnknownMarch 2, 2020 at 4:07 PM

    I’m so happy to see him!!! Made my day (melissa) thanks for keeping us updated. Let us know if Daniel can help with anything! Xoxo

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