Good news....all those prayers and positive thoughts worked!  

My friend C was moved from ICU to a regular hospital room.  He was looking much better, and in spite of the still ever present pain, was feeling better.  It was nice to see him moving his arms more....doing things we all take for granted, like reaching for a glass of water.  Previously I only saw him move his finger to press down the little button that would release more pain killer into his IV.  

He still has a really long road to recovery...but its good to see the recovery beginning!!!