Frankie wrote: >>He has started to move his limbs.<< That is the greatest news we had about Tom! You can try to communicate with your son, provided that the rules of the hospital allow – I presume he is in Intensive Care. Do like this: Hold his hand (is he right-handed, take his right hand) in yours, so that his forefinger touches the palm of your hand in such a fashion that Tom can press his finger against your palm for a short moment, or even lift his finger and tic on your palm. Whisper into his ear that you are there, holding his hand: Ask him to give you one tic for yes; two is for no. In this way you may be able to interact with him. Take short periods of communication, so not to sap his energy (or yours). Good luck, and keep hope – things are turning to the better. FaithStFrancis _________________________________________________________________ News, entertainment and everything you care about at Live.com. Get it now! http://www.live.com/getstarted.aspx