Taking the Scenic Route

Thursday August 16, 2007

16th August 2007

Thursday August 16, 2007

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As of an hour ago or so he is off the ventilator!  He had a stick with O2 (sort of like the thing that sucks up spit when you are at the dentist) that he can use when he feels like he needs some, but he is already not using it much.  They hope to sit him up later today after they take one of the tubes or IVs or something like that out of his groin.

The first thing he said when they took the vent out was to ask for my mom.  When she rounded the corner his eyes lit up and he puckered his lips to ask for a kiss.  Ahhhh.  Sounds like my folks.  He has also asked for his glasses, which is good because it means he wants to see what is going on around him.  (he has no lenses, so he is totally blind without glasses). 

He is being weaned from the pain meds and is uncomfortable, but not in agony. 

Yeah!  I am so happy.  My dad is coming back!

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There are currently 4 responses to “Thursday August 16, 2007”

  1. 1 On August 16th, 2007, auntcathys5 said:
       

    Wonderful news!  Keep updating.  I’m so glad he is doing better.  Praying.

    		  
    posted on August 16th, 2007 at 5:28 PM
  2. 2 On August 17th, 2007, Thia7278 said:
       

    Wonderful!

    		  
    posted on August 17th, 2007 at 6:33 AM
  3. 3 On August 17th, 2007, ShackintheMountains said:
       

    Hooray!!  Here’s to a continuing quick and complete recovery!

    		  
    posted on August 17th, 2007 at 1:57 PM
  4. 4 On August 19th, 2007, MommyofTomandElandJo said:
       

    I am glad that your Dad is doing better.  Will pray for him and your family.

    		  
    posted on August 19th, 2007 at 3:34 AM

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