Yesterday the doctors told Dawn about her loss and explained to her the state she is currently in.  She did not react in any particular way which probably means she will need to be told many times yet.  She was very active during the day, mouthing her questions to family and friends and getting frustrated when they could not read her lips.  Later in the afternoon she was much more relaxed because of her meds and even laughed and smiled a few times.  Mostly, it is so wonderful to see her eyes open all the time.  Just from everything that occurred yesterday, I know that she is still the same Dawn she has always been and we can't wait until she can use her voice again!