You get another Ethan update today. I was able to get up to ICU this morning around 10 or 10:30. Max Harper was there and was just about to leave. I hadn't seen Debbie myself for 2 or 3 days so I was amazed at how much she has improved physically. Her color is better, her swelling is down, her eyes are clear and focused. She looks just like "Mrs. Fromm" to me. Emotionally though she seems very down which I imagine, is quite understandable. She also isn't talking but this seems more from her throat still being very sensitive from having the vent for 2 weeks. I told her to forgive us for all being so happy and cherry when we come in, but she looks SO much better than she had that we can't help it. This is still new to her though. She is bored and uncomfortable for sure, she misses her grandkids and she just doesn't want to be there! She does have a TV next to her bed though, but even with cable there isn't much to see during the day.
More good news though, her feeding tube may come out this evening! I caught one of the doctors talking with Debbie and her nurse about her breathing and swallowing. The speech therapist came by this morning and Debbie did much better today and passed her swallowing exam, so he is allowing her to try a clear liquid diet! If she does well (minimal nausea) they will remove the feeding tube that's going into her stomach via her nose. Debbie was the happiest I saw her all day at this news. Lunch had already been delivered so they had to order another from downstairs. Her nurse offered her some jello in the meantime, but Debbie was having none of that! Evidently, Bill Cosby doesn't know what he's talking about.
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ReplyDeleteI had checked for an update before going downstairs and was so disappointed. But then I found this upon my return to my desk. It was worth waiting for. Maybe Amy could read portions of this blog and the comments to her mother. It would at least give her an idea how worried we were, and why we are so happy with her recovery so far. I think it would do her good to know how many people are praying for her and to know how lucky she and her family are. But maybe not. Better check with the Dr. first. Hang in there in 6 months this will be a just a memory.
Love Aunt Rita
Oh Hurray! That's great news Ethan! Yo all must be beside yourselves with relief...and driving Aunt Debbie nuts with the hugs and high fives (with the staff)
ReplyDeleteGood....annoy her with happiness until she's so fed up she heals enough to go home where she can get away from you all!
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Praise God. What Great News!!
ReplyDeleteGreg & Monica Wilhelm
Add me to the list of happy cheery folks! Ethan, thank you for the update! Amy has spoiled us with 2-a-days :) It always feels like we have had a visit when we read about Debbie. I can't wait to see her for myself. I am excited at your description of her appearance. The swelling going down, etc. Hooray! It is amazing at how wonderful life is when something like this happens! It puts my petty annoyances into a much better perspective.
ReplyDeleteHope to see you soon,
Love to all,
Aunt Cheryl
Phenomenal news~
ReplyDeleteGod is soooo good! We will continue praying for the family's peace and comfort. And for Debbie's speedy healing and ultimate full recovery...Love the updates-thanks!
Tami Tobey
I cheer everytime I read your good news. And have been down when you have also. I know you have probably thought about this, but can you play some music that your mom likes? Something soft and soothing. I look forward to the updates every morning and evening. Love you all! and sending hugs and prayers always. - Heather
ReplyDeleteJust read the blog, and had tears in my eyes. Amy, you have done a fabulous job! Thank you for all the updates, and the slide show is GREAT. Many prayers are going up in behalf of Debbie and the entire family. May you all feel God's love and peace.
ReplyDeleteTanda (Debbie's cousin)
Y'all need to sneak a DVD player in there! I can only imagine how bored I would be too. Can't wait to hear the update about the feeding tube... hope that gets taken out real soon! Y'all will have to keep us updated on that, I'll be waiting with bated breath! We're so happy and encouraged to hear her healing keeps going well. I don't work next week (hallelujah) so I'm going to try to coordinate with Kevin and see if one or both of us can come up and visit!
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