Quick update:  So happy (and surprised!) to report that Ed drank a glass of water this morning!  I was out at the time, but apparently he was thirsty earlier today, said to himself "**** it!", and drank down a full 8oz glass without incident.  Happy day, indeed!  :-)  

And so, recovery continues to be a balance of listening to advice and best practices, while staying in tune with the signs and feelings from within.  xo