OMG! The NG tube came out at 6 this morning. What an amazing difference. Big smile this morning. The surgeons want MJ to have the pleurodesis today, but I think we're going to hold off for a day or two, so that she can gain strength. Undoubtedly she'll need to have the procedure at some point, but not yet. We're gonna try to get them to take out her bladder catheter today too --> tube count down from 7 to 5.
This feels like a giant step toward coming home, but we still have a way to go. At the moment, MJ is up in the shower - the first since surgery!
This is a great day....we're happy as clams over here. By the way, Brother Tim stayed with MJ all night last night - THANK YOU BROTHER TIM. MJ is going to get some chicken soup (broth) today. Probably the best medicine ever invented. Talk to you later...
JR
Congratulations, MJ. This is a big step forward.
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K
Thank God. I was starting to have severe sympathy blockages! Once the catheter is out things will be much more normal.
ReplyDeleteYou are upheld in the most tender arms MJ. I am praying moment by moment that you are receiving all that you require.
Linda H.
HOORAY!!!!!!!! So glad to hear it. And that first post-op shower is heavenly!
ReplyDeleteTubes be gone!!! Do you want me to make some chicken soup this weekend? I thought Magee's was awful, but it sure beats an NG tube. Sorry I can't make it sooner.
ReplyDeleteThe Stinson Beach Lagoon Squad will bring you every soup you've ever thought of and then, 10 more.
ReplyDeleteAs always, the bimp mobile is ready to come fetch you. Just give the command.
xoxo dj
Is the chicken soup w/wo matzo balls? I suppose matzo balls add a whole other layer of issues....big, small, hard or soft!
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WA-HOO!Way to go MJ!
ReplyDeleteloving you....
Wonderful!!! MJ, I'm sure you are feeling progress is slow, but you really are improving. This is a good time to learn patience. Builds character. Check your e-mail. I need ya'll to ok my flight plans before I book the ticket. laurie
ReplyDeleteMJ & JR - What wonderful news! And bravo to you both for telling the doctors to wait a few days for the next procedure! It makes tons of sense to celebrate today's victory and gain some more strength before the next O.R. adventure! Congrats to everyone and as you can imagine there is no shortage of people ready and willing to make home made chicken broth for you when you are ready. Much Much Love to you Today! We love you so much!!!! Heather, David, and Travis
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