But we're all cozy in here. MJ had a pretty good day, after a pretty bad night. She's looking better and better, and she's got her voice back. It's music to my ears. Her tube count remains high at 7, with tubes in every imaginable orifice - and then some. The latest tube was placed in her chest this afternoon, to drain fluid that's accumulated around the lung. It was placed by a resident who had never placed one before...yikes. The wonders of teaching hospitals. Never fear, though, MJ is lecturing the residents on some advanced communication techniques - like saying "good morning" when you awaken the patient from a deep sleep to ask them how they slept.
As you can imagine, MJ would do anything for a plate of whole wheat pasta, but food is not going to be a part of the picture for another day or two. C'est la vie. The important thing is that she's getting stronger and stronger so quickly, which is nothing short of amazing :)
The sun is out in Highland Park. Perhaps it is a sign.
ReplyDeleteMJ, take it easy (not that you have alot of choice), and heal. We are so glad that you are getting stronger so quickly. When I had surgery a few months ago, my sister kept reminding me that I didn't need to be wonderwoman. I'll remind you, that even if you normally would be described in that way, you don't need to be ww at this time. You need to heal. You had a long surgery and I can tell you from experience, it takes alot out of an energetic person like you or me. So, take it easy and slow.
I know there will be many volunteers to make you that whole wheat pasta, including Lazar and me. We can also make soup. Don't bother with the chicken noodle soup at Magee, both the regular and low sodium are horrible, or at least they were in April. However, the grilled cheese was great! I can't remember what else I ate there.
So, continue to get stronger every day, tell them to let you get some sleep, keep those residents in line, and train them like you have been. Some day they will appreciate it or at least their patients will!
Be well, my friend and keep smiling. :)
Yes, Jonathan, nothing short of amazing!?! We expect nothing less. MJ, you are amazing and we love you! :-)
ReplyDeleteKeep the strength MJ ~ so many people sending positive thoughts your way. You've been an inspiration to many; now it's time to feed from their energy to heal. Be well and heal quickly! Pittsburgh needs you! Beth
ReplyDeleteI foresee a new client base for M.J.: doctors and med students. She probably has a whole curriculum figured out already based on the past 10 days!
ReplyDeleteYou are both amazing and inspiring.
Sleep well tonight—
Jody
Aunt MJ, I'm so relieved to hear that you are in such good spirits and that you are in such good hands. It is incredibly therapeutic to be able to read these posts and to know what is going on. I imagine there are some therapeutic qualities to the writing for you, Jonathan, Tim and Joey. My love to you all. Sweet dreams, Jamileh
ReplyDeleteI laughed out loud when you mentioned MJ giving communication techniques to nurse!! That's our sassy chick! Love you girlfriend. Much love to your whole family. J.....hang in there whatever you're all doing is workin!!! Penny
ReplyDeleteExcellent coaching you gave the residents--silly children that they are. And I hope the tube placed by a newbie wasn't as dreadful as it sounds.
ReplyDeletelove, susan
MJ, I had no idea about all of this until Friday night at temple. I'm sorry that you're going through this, but you have amazing strength and an even more amazing family and support system of friends around you. I'm happy to have found this blog so I can stay abreast of the developments and I am here for you...whatever you need. I'm a hop, skip, and a jump away and would love to help in any way that's needed.
ReplyDeleteLike Susanne said, just take it slowly and you'll get stronger and stronger every day.
Love,
Jan