It's been a week and a half!

Sorry I haven't updated since we have been home. We have been really busy with getting stuff put away, going back to work, taking Zane to therapy, etc. Last week all of his therapists told me they could tell a difference. He said the word "balloon" a few times for the speech therapist. Our physical therapist says she can tell a difference as well. He seems to be more social and happier. Of course, he is really tired at times but I attribute that to his body is tired from trying to heal itself. He is definitely using his left hand more. He putting objects in it to play with and it isn't in a fist when he feeds himself or takes a drink anymore! That, to me, is a HUGE accomplishment! The doctors in Germany told us that it could take 5-6 weeks before we start noticing his muscle tightness getting better. I am so excited everyday to see what changes we might see. We are supposed to go next week for Botox injections. He has had this done once before and it loosened his muscles up for about 1 1/2 months but then it wore off. They give Botox in his legs to relax his muscles. In the mean time, we do intense stretching and strengthening exercises. We are asking for prayers for less spasticity in his muscles and continuation of progress. We are all very thankful to everyone who made this possible for Zane!