Day 17, 6 p.m. update

Greetings to the circle that brings healing thoughts, positive energy, and love love love to Sage:
We apologize for the lack of a post yesterday - don't quite know what got into us! except for it being Nathan's sixteenth birthday AND Lucy's second birthday, along with one of Sage's best days thus far! What a gift that girl gave to her cousin and brother!
The news from the North is indeed positive.
Sage continues to wean from the oscillator; even Nurse Anne said yesterday that "this is one of Sage's best days yet." However, Nurse Molly might say the same of today, for Sage is cruising right along. The plan is to transfer Sage back to the conventional ventilator within 24-48 hours, if she continues along on this same path. The imaging studies and other studies for her ongoing care can then be performed, as she will be more mobile.
The Infectious Disease consultants report that the Mayo Clinic has returned a positive antibody to Legionella. This blood test was sent out to the Mayo Clinic upon Sage's admission to DHMC. The conclusive study as to whether this is a recent infection or a previous exposure is still pending. This result does not change Sage's therapy at all; she has been on the appropriate antibiotics to cover this particular bacteria since her hospitalization.
Sage's liver function remains normal and her pancreatic enzymes are still elevated albeit pending toward normal. Her kidney function remains normal.
Sage remains sedated and paralyzed while her medical team continues their fine care. The next 48 hours will bring big and important steps for Sage, so we ask - as we know you will do - for your positive thoughts and healing prayers.