Today is Friday and it's still not looking like Dave will be out of the ICU for a couple more days. I realize it's where he needs to be right now to get the care he needs, but it's still tough. It feels somehow like getting him out of the ICU will be a major milestone.
He's on some pretty heavy duty pain meds now. It seems like they are finally able to control the pain, but with lots of side effects. He's been hallucinating (yes, some of you may enjoy that) and having lots of nightmares. He also thinks lots of people have been to visit him that haven't been and he thinks he's changed rooms a couple times. For those of you who have wanted to visit, but can't until he's out of the ICU, don't worry, as far as he's concerned you probably did visit...
He was up out of bed working with an occupational therapist yesterday. His big task was taking off his socks (mainly to get him moving and stretching). He started to get upset when he realized there was no point to it (the therapist told him to put them right back on after he'd struggled to get them off), so I grabbed a new pair and told him the exercise was actually because he needed to change his socks.
I feel good about the time I spend there with him, but it's really hard to leave him alone (acknowledging that he's never really alone in the ICU). Of course, I know I have some other little people who need me around just as much as ever, so I'm trying to balance my time between home and the hospital. Dave's mom, Judy, is staying with us so it's made it much easier for me to come and go. Right now the boys are in school and Molly went to spend the day with my mom, so Judy and I are heading to the hospital. Each time I walk into his room, I hope to see the usual Dave twinkle in his eyes, but so far it just ends up being the clouded look of pain and medication. I can't even begin to explain how hard it is to see him like this, but I know it's just temporary and we'll all get through it.
We expect to get the pathology report back today, so I'll be holding my breath until then. I'll post another update after we get the pathology news.
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Hi Shannon,
Our thoughts and love are with all of you. It was amazing talking to and seeing Dave during this time - his spirit is incredible!! It gives me hope and strenght. I'm sure it does the same for you all the time.
Love,
Scott & Jeanette
Hi Shannon, Hey Dave
We are praying hard for you guys and the kids. Shannon, Russ is available any evening or night if you'd like him to sit with Dave (he doesn't need sleep). We are here for you.
Jen and Russ
Find little ways to take care of yourself Shannon and keep your chin up. We know you're strong but lean a little on your friends. The body heals in its own time and its own way. Keep the faith.
Love to all,
Duane and Navina
Shannon thanks for the updates. You and Dave are so strong, keep the faith like you are and I'm thinking you will see the "twinkle" you are looking for. Our prayers continue to be with you, and you both are never far from our thoughts throughout the day.
Jeff & Cryss.
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