Today was about as close to perfect as it can get in the hospital. Not only did Daniel eat all day he got his NG tube out. It was within seconds that his attitude improved and he was a very happy kid again. He finished a fabulous radio installment and was asked to do an interview for a magazine featuring the Seacrest studio. Matthew came up for lunch and stayed the whole afternoon and I have NEVER seen the two of them get along so well. We all laughed until we were crying all afternoon. Daniel was taken off precautions which meant he was able to finally leave the room. And leave we did, we walked several laps with Matthew and after Matthew got reprimanded by the doctor for whipping Daniel with something harmless, favorite Nurse Marion had Daniel’s back and stealthily passed Daniel a syringe full of saline on our final lap. Daniel got Matthew back with precision and they were even (for the moment). Now that Daniel was free of all constraints for the afternoon and full of energy, the two boys played with the Wii. Hilarity ensued until Daniel had to grab oxygen to gain the upper hand. Afternoon wrapped up with a great meeting with Daniel’s football fanatic friend and psychologist Bob and that was Matthew’s cue to leave. As soon as Bob left the room, Daniel couldn’t stop talking about how much fun he had with his brother. And although Matthew would never admit it, I know he had just as much fun. What an awesome day. I am sure Daniel will sleep well and I know we will end the day with him thanking me for a great day. These great days are back and I couldn’t be happier.