{Karlton Bontrager}

I called the hospital at 7 p.m. today (Monday – Pacific time) and for the first time, they were able to say that he’s going to survive.

He was brought out of heavy sedation earlier today and there are many good signs. He’s been trying to open his eyes, and he’s been moving his right arm and leg. Mom says he squeezed her hand when she asked him to.

At this point he is still paralyzed on his left side, and it looks like he doesn’t have vision in his right eye. We are hoping that it’s not permanent – but it’s too early to tell. There’s still a long, long road toward recovery, but at least we know he’s on it.

My sister, one of his friends in L.A., and I all received mail from him today. A nice coincidence.

Thank you again for all your support. I’ve been passing on messages to him through my parents. I know that all the love, prayer and support is helping him recover.