"September 10, 1979
Monday
Dear Luke,
You are still hanging in there, thank the Good Lord for that! They have you hooked to the respirator but they say you're breathing on your own. If you keep up the good work, they try taking you off tomorrow. That will be great news and I'm certain you'll be much happier and more comfortable. This morning your Dad came up from home (Saugerties) and he, your Mom and Aunt Mary Beth went to see Dr. Gries. He's an associate of Dr. Bartoletti. You seem to be improving. We sure hope you are licking the germ - bacteria or virus or whatever triggered your apnea attacks Friday night. Your parents and Aunt Mary Beth spoke for one and a half hours to Dr. Gries telling him of their concerns for you, especially because of the inadequate nursing care you received last week. They told him they were almost sorry they hadn't taken you home before you got infected. He - the Doctor - was sympathetic and will discuss your case with the staff. Aunt Mary Beth met a nurse, Rita Koff, who worked with he at Downstate. She promised to keep an eye on you. We are continuing our prayers for your health and growth.
While your parents and Aunt Mary Beth were at the hospital, Grandpa took me, Brian and Diane to play group at Tina O'Leary's. Tina has two little boys - Kevin (2 yrs.) and Steven will be one. Carla Kennedy and Lynn came, also a lady by the name of Linda with a little boy, Benjamin, and another lady, Denise who had two children - Christopher and Stephanie. We brought "Drums" cakes - similar to Ring-Dings and everyone sang " Happy Birthday" to Brian who was three today. It's your Uncle Marty's birthday, too. I called to say "Happy Birthday". Your Dad was here for supper with us. Uncle Bob was away on business in Watertown. Aunt Anna is with us. She's your great, great Aunt, 90 years old!
Your dad visited you tonight and Mom called while he was at the hospital. He left for home after he said good night to you. "
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