SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2009 HUGE SURPRISES!

With the arrival of morning, the foremost question was, "How is it going in ICU". First
in was mom, who found it disconcerting that Travis was still sleeping under the heavy sedation. But, finally, around noon, it was most encouraging to see him return to "life" and to his family.
As he returned to consciousness, we all wanted to know the answer to the most basic of questions - "How do you feel?" Answer - It feels like an elephant is sitting on my chest.

It was an encouraging day - he was taken off the respirator, and allowed to sit on the side of the bed. However, it was a nightmarish ordeal when numerous attempts at an epidural failed...some vision problems, too. Once the dry, irritated throat was eased, he was able to converse, but
with discomfort.

The day ended with difficulty - the pain was intense. It took some time to finally get it
under control. But, it came with a price - exhaustion.

Post made by Uncle Mark.