Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Getting stronger.....

.......and the healing continues. The bronchial check that they did this morning found some blockages, cleared them and now Pete is doing most of the breathing himself and the ventilator is helping him minimally, just giving some extra help here and there :)  So, he remains intubated for a little bit yet.

Peter always was better at playing Charades than me, so it takes me awhile to catch on to what he's asking for.......but, we manage!

They also have removed a number of chest drains today, which is a good sign.

Pete's retaining a lot of fluid yet and that's partly due to his kidneys having taken a bit of a hit during the surgery.  Ex-rays this morning showed that they are coming around.

Our daughter Suzanne could not be here with her dad because "baby" is due really soon and Brad left for home again this morning.

So long for now.


12 comments:

  1. And again a small step forwards......so good to read this. Hartelijke groeten, Tallien

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  3. Charades is good. I suspect that no laughter is allowed while playing. Hopefully the communication will improve. Keep up the good work. I am praying for patience for both of you. Kathleen

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  4. Great to hear things are moving along in a positive way..
    Chet & Marlene

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  5. Glad to hear positive updates so far. We pray for continued strength and healing. Norman and Diane

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  6. Great seeing the progress! We so appreciate you keeping us up-to-date as we are living with you and keep you in our prayers! Continue prayer for strength, patience and healing! Big hugs,
    Henk and Janice

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  7. Glad to hear things are going well. We remember you in our prayers.Meagan, Eric and the boys.

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  8. I know Suzanne would be there if she could hey? Glad the rest have been able to be there. We continue to uphold you all in prayer.

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  9. Charades! Who would have thought! :-) May the good progress continue. Dick and Alida

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  10. prachtig om te lezen dat het zo ver goed gaat....ook wij zijn in gedachten bij jullie.
    tante hermien, oom wim en christa

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  11. Thanks for the very helpful updates, Margaret. Helps us follow along and to know what to pray for. So glad to hear things are progressing well. Wishing strength to all of you. May the healing continue! Peter and Mabel

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