Nobody Wants To See That

Hello again, Kim fans -- Tad here. Kim really wanted to write a blog update herself today, but any moment she wasn't out conquering the world was spend recovering horizontally on the hotel sofa. We started the day bidding farewell to Kim's brother and father (traveling back to New York and Alabama, respectively). After a lengthy shower spent delicately and meticulously washing her hair, Kim enjoyed brunch with her mom while I ventured out on an errand.

You see, the scar from Kim's incision stretches across the top of her head like a headband -- nearly from ear to ear. I won't get graphic, but I will relay the words from her neurosurgeon, Dr. Weingart: "Be sure to get yourself a hat. An attractive one. 'Cause... (gesturing towards Kim's head) nobody wants to see that."

Now that Kim has the energy to get out, she made the most of it. I procured an 'attractive' hat from Banana Republic, and Kim, her mom and I attended noon mass at the Basilica -- http://www.baltimorebasilica.org -- America's first Cathedral. Truly amazing, that place. Intrigued by the Blue Angels flying in formation overhead, we walked to the harbor to check out the Star-Spangled Sailabration -- http://www.starspangled200.com. (Kim picked a great week to have brain surgery in Baltimore)

In all, Kim was out and about for six and a half hours straight. She's walking on her own power, as she has ever since Tuesday. Her mind is as sharp as ever. She has to keep her facial expressions to a minimum as it adds pressure and pain to her head wound anytime she smiles. (sorry, babe) Nonetheless, she's inching closer and closer to being 100% Kim every hour. Her speedy recovery is truly amazing.

Glory be to God. And God bless you all for your continued support. Kim is absolutly overwhelmed by all of your loving, kind and uplifting words and gestures.