Small steps, eh Connie?  Isn't it amazing how we measure the small things and are so very grateful?  I'm that way with my chronically ill birdy bird, Bleu..it's a good day if she's not fluffed :)

I'm so very happy things are progressing so very well for both of you.  The power of love and the will to live is very strong medicine and she seems to be getting ample supply of both from you, her loving mama!!

HUGS