Strange bedfellows

Gilly awoke to a new bedmate; his cousin Steven, who arrived bearing edible gifts from The Petit Poucet. He snuck upstairs to surprise Gilly, and was met with a smile. They chatted for awhile before Gilly was ready and able to get out of bed. Steven spent a few hours outdoors with us, fishing and consulting on dock repairs. His presence acted like fuel for Gilly’s spirits; he has always had that effect on Gilly, but these days it means that much more.

Keren’s extended family spent the afternoon and evening here. The company was pleasant for us all. The opportunity to speak Hebrew stimulates Gilly’s desire to talk. He’s otherwise rather silent in recent times. The day long diversions helped him pass the time in a most enjoyable manner, all things considered.

His appetite held out (not great, but better than a few days back) and his energy level remained the same as well. Right now, he’s fast asleep, catching up after a few late nights with no afternoon snoozes.