So good to hear from you. Keep working those laryngeal elevators, whatever they are, and flexing the plasticity of your brain. I'm kind of in awe of this post - you sound whole and sharp and characteristically yourself. It is so good to hear. Take care.

Your brain will adjust to the peripheral vision that is limited. It takes time but it will happen. Although I’m praying for full vision to return. You rock, Steve!

The "plastic brain", I have no doubt, is a DIRECT result of the life time of music in your life. Be patient with yourself. Allow the body to heal. You have an indomitable spirit that will serve you well the next days, weeks, and months. Sending so much love to you and Versai. <3

Lots to process and lots of work to do to get it there, but you'll get it sorted in all good time. Be patient with yourself! Your plastic and immensely adaptable brain (music and engineering have helped you much!) will quickly learn to help you thrive to and through your surprisingly rapid recovery.

Sending love and good vibes for healing your way, Steve.

Steve....I think about you every day. I really appreciate the information you are able to share. God is right with you in your fight, as am I in spirit. Love you!

STEVEN!!! You’re BAAAAACK!!!! So nice to hear from you, although I must say that Kim’s updates are always filled with such warmth and color too! Boy u picked a good one!! :)

I love hearing about your engineer problem solving mind gets your head around all of this. My engineer husband also lives for data , facts and problem solving
...such a handy tool to whip out when you need it! All those emotional actor right brain activities we gotta shelve for a while, right?? But a good cry never hurt anyone! After all, gotta keep those acting chops fresh!

Sorry to hear about the peripheral vision. Sound like it could’ve been much worse and of course you are retraining that big ole flexible,
Supple brain of yours to reroute itself and do new tricks!! So Steven!!! And on the upside, now you can get a doctors note for not having to learn intricate tap numbers! You lucky dog!

One foot in front of the other., Steven. Know u r loved by all!! BIG HUGS TO TEAM STEVEN!!!

Grace

Thank you for sharing with all of us, and congratulations on coming as far as you have already! As I commented earlier, I have been helping my sister recover from the after-effects of a right-brain stroke that took place a few weeks ago. From that, I can say that the brain is an amazing, self-correcting organ. Every individual is different, but I have witnessed firsthand how the brain slowly reconnects everything, so I'm hopeful for your recovery there. We are all thinking of you and sending our strongest positive energy your way as you deal with the myeloma. Many hugs to you, and thanks to your family for sharing your story and supporting you!

My daughter knows quite a lot about this cancer, and therapies. Just ask. That’s her group at Stanford

Kim, thanks for the many updates, and Steve, I was wondering when you'd find a piano. I remember being at your house in high school and despite some serious gaming going on, you'd sneak to the piano to tap out a tune for a minute or two. I believe you said, "Just the way I think best." Stay positive and keep looking forward to your next move!
P.S. Say 'Hi' to Geof, you're really lucky to have such a great support network.