UPDATE FOR JULY 26

Cathie called a little ago with all sorts of good news. First the pulmonary physicians at Shepard's have evaluated Marvin again and he has made such progress that he may be able to breathe without assistance in about a week. Second the staff that evaluates his progress on swallowing had similar good news as they seem to believe he will be back to taking nurishment by mouth in a week or so. Finally the insurance company has contacted Shepard's and changed their determination once again to double the time Marvin will have coverage.
Needless to say Cathie and Marvin are in much better spirits today. He is still in a private room as they clear up the infection he has had for some time. Cathie reminded me that she had asked everyone to pray for two things, that he could breathe better and be able to take nurishment by mouth. Out prayers have definetly been heard and she wants to thank everyone who helped get this message through. While Marvin is not out the woods yet he is on the path and has need for our continued prayers. More later.