James had a good day yesterday.  His first couple of days post op were tough,  he was miserable and wouldnt look at us or really seem to engage much at all,  but yesterday,  he was back to smiling and has started cooperating with the nurses a bit more.  When they did his mouth care a few days ago he gave them a run for their money,  pushing them away,  and moving his head back and forth.  He still hates it,  but is starting to open his mouth when asked. 

His girlfriend came to visit this weekend,  his look softened as soon as he saw her and he wouldnt stop staring at her.  He even have her a little smile when she did a silly dance around the end of his bed to see if he would track her. 

Two of Mark's buddies from our early years came to visit yesterday and James gave them a great smile when they walked in.