Bit of a rough one for Vernon today. He has yet another infection and is in isolation in his room.
He was the least responsive that he has been in 4 or 5 months, slumped in his chair, not tracking, not making a sound. He could only squeeze his hands tight and move his legs in slight agitation.
On the bright side, s0me great friends were visiting. Dave, his font-design colleague from Google and Crafting Type, has come out for a couple of days from New York. Jen made a visit as well, bringing a classic world cup football game on her laptop for Vernon’s entertainment. We all made the most of it, chatting dover pre-birthday cupcakes, but it wasn’t much of a party. Maybe he’ll feel better tomorrow when his real birthday rolls in.
I’d like to think that though he wasn’t able to communicate, Vernon did know we were with him, that he wasn’t alone on a rough day. And he’s always been a very good listener.
Maki and I are getting used to these ups and downs. It’s no fun to see him this way, but we know now that its temporary. I worry about him most in these moments, wondering if he finds this sort of thing stressful, but he manages well. 
He’s resilient, that kid. His dad is too. We look forward to his spring-back. May it be soon.
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Lovely to see you all. I know it helps Maki (and everyone) a lot that good friends gather together. Big hug
Allison,
Am so sorry to see Vern low again. But I imagine that he will continue to get infections until he is out of there and back home with all of his family. Good to see Maki visiting with his Dad and Maki will probably make it a lot better than you. You have been thru so much the last months so take care of Allison.
Love,
Becky
Oh Yes Lord! May his bounce back be swift! And on his Birthday today, may Vernon know how loved he is!
I’m praying ! Love you all!
Will be praying this morning after reading your blog. Would be good to get him on the prayer chain too and get this infection gone NOW! Jesus will help. Love you, Nancy
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO VERNON…ONE WEEK BEFORE MY 80TH…..AND MUCH PRAYER FOR THE LORD’S GREAT HEALING AND ENCOURAGEMENT FOR VERNON AND THE FAMILY. YOU ALL ARE GREAT!