As you can imagine today everyone was worried about Dads procedure this morning. Bracing ourselves for a long wait again. We were surprised they took him down at 11:30.. still the a.m.! (Rhone predicted 9pm) Before they took him down the nurse asked him if he wanted to sit in a chair for a half hour or so.. "Yes!" was his answer before she could finish the question.
They were able to extract all the old blood hanging out in his belly.. no new leaks! And then...
Nurse Kelly brought Popsicles! For a man that has had nothing to drink for almost 5 days this was the ultimate in pleasure. I have seen people drink $100 dollar glasses of wine, but never with this much appreciation. (Who knows they may charge that much for frozen punch, we'll see when the bills start coming.)
Today was a much better day. Sitting up, having a little Jell-O and things to drink have made all the difference.
Having a nurse who actually cared, also helped! If not for him, Mom and I were relieved to have someone give him the care he deserves!
BTW Mom and Dad love it when people leave comments.
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I'm so glad Grandpa is finally able to get some small pleasures, even if it comes in the form of Jell-O.
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear he is sitting up and eating popsicles!! We have been so worried for him here is SLC! Wish we could be there!!
ReplyDeleteThank You Rachael (and Topher)you have been there for them. I would never be able to show you how much I appreciate everything you have done for them and for the great way you have taken all the phone calls from us and posting updates for us all.
ReplyDeleteyes yes please keep these super important updates a comin!
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