Just got back from my home away from home. Wish I had some fantastic news to share, but things in the ICU seem to be progressing very slowly. It's not looking likely that he'll be out of the ICU in the next day or two. The doctor hopes to start removing some of the tubes over the next couple of days (I tried counting the tubes and gave up after I got to 15). I've been spending as much time as possible at the hospital and Dave is mostly in and out of a very restless sleep and has been complaining about having really bad dreams (from the meds, no doubt).
On the positive side, the rehabilitation therapist came by late yesterday and they actually got him standing on his feet for about 30 seconds. Such a small thing, but did it ever feel good to see him out of that bed even for less than a minute.
The surgeon came by this afternoon and said that given the extended length of the surgery, it's not surprising the recovery is going slowly.
I hope to have something more uplifting to share tomorrow.
Also, for everyone who has responded to the blog, sent emails, and phone calls, I'm passing them all on to Dave each day. Once he's able to sit up and read, I'll print everything out for him. I know it helps lift his spirits tremendously. Thank you.
Shannon
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Dear Shannon and Dave, Thanks so much for the updates. I wish I could be up there and just hold you both in my arms. I continue to be in deep grattitude to both of you for what you model around embracing life! You are both a wonderful gift.
Holding you in my prayers.
Love, Michele
p.s. Happy Valentines Day
Love, Michele
Dear Shannon,
Thank you for the updates. I almost cried when you wrote that you fainted as Dave was going into surgery. I can't imagine what you're going through. Your strength is inspiring. I thank God that Dave has you by his side to carry him through this.
Your entire family is constantly in my thoughts and in my prayers. I can't wait for the day we can all meet, and this is far behind you.
Pam
Shannon:
We haven't met, but I have shared a bit with Dave about what to expect in this surgery. Don't worry about the extended ICU stay...I was there five or six days as a precaution from an extended version of the same surgery. The tubes are mostly drains and they come out in random order of how fast each stops being needed. Once out of ICU you will begin seeing him make progress quickly. Meanwhile, all the best to you and be sure to take care of yourself through all this.
Paul
Shannon and David -- you are both in my thoughts all the time -- my students are still sending their strong thoughts your way too; not a class goes by that they don't ask about my "friend in Seattle."
Meds can really mess up dreams, but they're not real. Hope they get better real soon.
Shannon, I hope you know how much I admire you; you're holding things together on the home front. And thank you so much for letting us know what's going on. I'm sure it's just one more thing to do right now.
Love to you both.
We hated leaving you both yesterday. It's slow progress but you both have amazing energy and will triumph. Everyone has been asking about you both and are sending good thoughts your way. We'll talk to you soon and hope to see you as soon as we are able.
Love, John and Jess
Dave et al ...I was so blessed by our time Fri and Sat. Words don't do justice. You and Shannon are my inspiration and a model of unconditional love. Each breath of mine I pray for healing in your lungs ... each heart beat that your grows ever stronger. Thanks for blessing my life so richly with your love!
Happy Valentines - I'm payin' it 4ward ...
Dear Shannon & Dave, I am sending love and hope from my family to yours, across the miles and the years that stretch back to Chile when Dave McGeoy was the boy with the big, charming smile. Your photos are so beautiful, and your family is amazing.
Love, Laura & the DeBruce Family
Shannon and Dave,
Take it slow and easy. Remember if you guys need anything to just let me know. You will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Rest up Dave - it's not often that a parent of 3 gets to do that:)
Jennifer
Anything, anything at all that you need...
I know you have a huge and ever growing support team... strength in numbers...
Looking forward to seeing you up and out of that bed soon !
We love you !
All of you !!
Love K, D & L
One of my favorite quotes from Maya Angelou:
"I can be changed by what happens to me.
I refuse to be reduced by it."
"In the face of such uncertainty,
believe in these two things-
You are stronger than you think,
And you are not alone."
Our love and prayers support you every day.
Love from Lynn & Kent Nixon
David, you are a true hero in my eyes. I admire your strength and fortitude. Looking forward to giving your kids a ride on GypsyGirl when you all come back to Bay Area. In Hoc Signo Vicnes, ScottyDog
Dave I continue to include you in my prayers each day before I climb, not only asking for my safety, but for strength for you. Continue healing man, we look forward to seeing you.
Jeff, Cryss. & Jake
Dave, I had a flashback to ice blocking today! We had a big ice/snow/sleet storm here yesterday and our front yard is a sheet of ice. We built a jump in the middle of it before it froze rock hard (it's so icy you can't walk up it) The kid's and I spent 3 hours after school rocketing down it in boxes, on sleds, on a radio flyer (it was the fastest), on a snow board and even on our feet/butts/knees. It was so fun and reminded me so much of the night we searched for the perfect hill(and finally found it!). I look forward to the day we introduce our kid's to "California Sledding". I know just the golf course.... Get well... summer is coming! Love you! Cindy
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