Dave had a pretty good night aside from waking up every couple of hours - which I think is what hospital sleeping is all about. This morning at 7 he was able to sit in a chair for a couple of hours. Then he enjoyed the breakfast of champions -- lemon jello and grape juice. (They call it the chef's specialty.)
They were able to remove his monitors and the arterial IV as well as the catheter. Praise God! He is now on the neuro floor and has taken 2 short walks. He's only been on Tylenol so far today. He does still have his other 2 IVs in but they're not using them right now.
The Dr. came by this morning to see him and thought he was doing great. He did say that today would probably be more painful as the anesthesia completely wears off and his nerves start to wake up. Also, the Dr.'s nurse practitioner who we've talked to quite a bit came to see Dave this morning and we found out that she is a Christian. We had thought she might be but it's fun to know.
The kids have taken over his bed to watch VeggieTales and he is sitting in a chair and looking pretty good. He has 24 staples in his head and there are cuts in his head from the vice used in surgery to hold his head still.
They were able to remove his monitors and the arterial IV as well as the catheter. Praise God! He is now on the neuro floor and has taken 2 short walks. He's only been on Tylenol so far today. He does still have his other 2 IVs in but they're not using them right now.
The Dr. came by this morning to see him and thought he was doing great. He did say that today would probably be more painful as the anesthesia completely wears off and his nerves start to wake up. Also, the Dr.'s nurse practitioner who we've talked to quite a bit came to see Dave this morning and we found out that she is a Christian. We had thought she might be but it's fun to know.
The kids have taken over his bed to watch VeggieTales and he is sitting in a chair and looking pretty good. He has 24 staples in his head and there are cuts in his head from the vice used in surgery to hold his head still.
Pray also for John Mitchell - he came down with the flu yesterday morning and has been in bed ever since. I think he must surely be feeling badly that he can't come see Dave. We've quarantined him so that we can minimize exposure to ourselves but especially to Dave. He did say that he was feeling better this morning so hopefully he's almost over it.
Ummm... You may want to wait to tell him that Lane Kiffin is the new head coach at USC. I'm almost positive it won't be good for his head if you do.
ReplyDeleteWow what an adventure for your family. We are continuing to pray for David's healing and NO PAIN. These updates are awesome, thank you!
ReplyDeleteI am feeling so grateful that God has given us all we have asked for so far! Dennis called this morning to see how Dave is. After his brother's first brain surgery he said, "I need another one of those like a hole in the head, but I have half a mind to do it." :)
ReplyDeleteGreat news! Thank you Lord. You are still in our prayers as well as for John, poor guy! Sure hope no one else gets it! Take care. Love the updates on your blog. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThese updates are such a blessing. You are a good writer, Melody - must have had a good English teacher! So enjoy the info. Great to hear Dave is doing well. Very sorry that John has suffered with the flu - must be doubly hard on him. Praying for all!
ReplyDeleteThanks for all of the great posts, especially the pictures. I love the killer socks Dave.
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Praise God that every update you post is good news. Luke thinks the incision looks cool! Still debating if I should let Dave, who can pass out seeing a needle, look at it. Love the updates and pics, it helps us not feel so far away.
ReplyDeleteThanking God for His grace to you,
The Warrens
Wow! That looks painful Dave. So glad you are doing so well, we are praying for you and praising God that all is well! We miss you and love you!
ReplyDeleteMelody, thank you for the updates. The pictures of the 3 kids in his bed as Dave sits in the chair after major brain surgery is truly a CLASSIC. It should be posted in a magazine. Praising God for such an outcome!!
ReplyDeleteWay to go Dave! Recovering nicely. Praise God for Christians placed right where they are needed. Glad to hear things are going well, except for John getting the flu. Anxious to hear more updates. The head shot was pretty cool. Thanks for sharing. And Dave, love your new fashion style with the socks!!
ReplyDeleteWow, Dave! We are so glad you are doing well. You are in our hearts and prayers. Our God is so good! I prayed that God would wrap you in His mighty wings of grace and He certainly did.
ReplyDelete--John & Marcy
We're so glad you are doing well! Amazing that you can handle Veggie Tales songs so soon.
ReplyDeletePraise God! It's so good to hear that they were able to move you so quickly to another floor! Praying for continued recovery!
ReplyDeleteYour whole family has been in our prayers, and especially you Dave. We are glad that things seem to be going well. Miss you all.
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