April 30 update (by boyfriend) Finishing songs, repeating names and fulfilling commands of doctors. Knows who people are. Speaking both languages now, so not as one-sided as yesterday. Difficult to initiate conversation, like pushing a heavy door. Loud talking, especially when not being paid immediate attention. sister and uncle went in to visit today. Talking with doctor B. for a long time, I was let in after a time. Very tired, was able to say hi and squeezed my hand.

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