Day 3..we've been told it's the roughest, as far as pain.
So far we agree.
Saint Lynsey( my new name for her)took the night shift.
It was a rough one.
It started last evening and really didn't stop.
He is in a lot of pain and they are trying to work out the right combo of meds.
The doctors, and Saint Lynsey, say he's been waiting too long to ask for it.
As far as his healing, he is on track.
We've already seen a few of his MD's this morning, and reports are good.
The infection is responding to the meds.
The new bionic (I know, that dates me) valves are working well.
He has been out of bed several times.
Our goal today is to get him to eat.
He doesn't want to, but he has to in order keep up.
He is getting a blood transfusion this morning.
They held off as long as they could.
With his age, they had hoped he'd bring his blood levels up on his own.
Unfortunately, he didn't.
I am really OK with it.
The work they do now to 'sanitize' the blood and filter its donors is good.
He was so weak, that I'm not sure how he would have progressed without it.
So, we begin the 'busy' day.
He will be up with cardiac rehab 4 times today.
They walk him, do breathing and muscle exercises.
Then he will sleep.
Then wake him up for another round.
Then sleep.
It's a routine we will learn to know well, but its progress.
I can't thank you all enough for the support.
The blog comments really help sustain me.
We all feel so separated from the rest of the world.
Your comment make me feel like we are all in this together.
Adam is going to crap (sorry GJan) when he can read AND comprehend all of them.
He is one lucky man!
Praise God! for his surgery success.
Praise God! for his progress.
Praise God! for his young age and strength as we approach the roughest day toward his going home.
And honestly, Praise God for all of you.
Again, many blessings to be thankful for.
God is Good!
Val
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Medicine - in God's hands - is truly amazing, and I am very thankful that Adam is on the mend! Such incredible progress just in a few short days - I know there will be rough spots, but all toward the goal of a healthy heart! It sounds like quite a heart, too, from the outpouring of love coming back your way! Thanks Val for all the updates, I check this blog ALL the time, and am thankful every time there is an update!
ReplyDeleteLove,
Angie
Val,
ReplyDeleteIt's so difficult not to be there, but it sounds like the people who are supposed to be there are. I hope you slept well last night, and that Lindsey gets to rest well today. I do appreciate the updates you give here. I am so thankful for the progress and now know how to pray for today. Your Sister, Beth
Val & Adam,
ReplyDeleteGod is Good!
We know this is a rough and tough day. Just know that we continue to pray for your strength.
Kim & Keven
We pray for relief from the pain...
ReplyDeleteStrength to get through the grueling task of rehab... (it's TOUGH work!)
and continuing healing...
Keep up the good work Adam...you are doing GREAT!
Love you -
Mindy
and a special blessing for Saint Lynsey for giving my sister-in-law a chance to rest...
ReplyDelete:)
We're still here in Portland cheering you all on. The temp has cooled to the high 80's (from our high last week of 106!) so our pace has picked up a bit. But our prayers and loving thoughts have been strong throughout.
ReplyDeleteGod bless you all on a day that proves to be extra challenging.
Patty and John
Imagine the new found energy you will have when you get better and get home. Hang in there bud.
ReplyDeletelove ya
Christian
Adam i wish i could share some of your pain so you wouldn't have to endure it alone,but it will subside in time.keep pushing foreword.
ReplyDeleteHey Adam & Val,
ReplyDeleteI am thankful for all of the positives that you are able to list everyday. I hope that you can continue to add to that list. The eating - well if it will help I will cook (maybe that isn't so appetizing - okay I will deliver) whatever he wants (if it is approved) Thinking of you and holding you close in my heart. love boo ps thanks saint Lynsey for being there for you both!!