Here is the e-mail I just received from Barb:

Hi Ladies:

I talked to Sheila this morning! She sounded like herself but still a little shaky. She has been very itchy from the antibiotics; this morning they finally gave her some Benedril. She was so happy not to be itching.

Clear liquids today but they promised something a little better for lunch. She was out for a walk yesterday and was scheduled for another this morning. Indications are that she should be home this weekend. Her kitties miss her and she misses them.

I sent along all your good wishes and prayers along with others from around here. My mom lit a candle for all day Monday. She has great support.

Tom and her son Kevin have been thre all week. They are still staying tonight - may come home tomorrow night. They sounded tired too.

Thanks for all your notes and good wishes. I know she can't wait to get back online.

Barb

P. S. this took 2 tries - my cat, Katie, was rubbing up to me and turned off the Internet connection.