On Sunday Dawn had an inspirational visit from a young girl, Erica Van Zuidam, who lost her limbs a few years ago due to bacterial meningitis. She was able to give Dawn some insight as to what she should expect during rehab and in the future. Erica was very positive and motivating for Dawn. She even took off her prosthetics the moment she came in the room just to show Dawn how truly easy it is. Erica goes to school at U of I and is independent. She drives, runs and does everything a girl in her twenties should do except maybe put her own ponytail in! (that was one thing she mentioned she couldn't do). It was so nice of Erica to come visit Dawn and give her such genuine, positive insight on her future. Thank you Erica!

On Monday, Dawn had a busy day. She had an intense workout and was resting when I arrived later that afternoon. She looked stronger and seems to be doing better. They were able to take blood so she should get the results of the culture back soon. They are still watching her legs to make sure everything is healing properly. As soon as they know for sure we can anticipate a more concrete date in which she will begin rehab. If everything goes as planned, Dawn will eventually be going to RIC (Rehab Institute of Chicago) which is located by Northwestern Hospital.

Thank you EVERYONE for your kind, motivating comments and donations! Last update was that luv-a-dub has raised $26,000!!! We love you Dawny and we hope you will have everything you need for your future.