Sunday, July 12, 2009

July 12 THE DAY AFTER THE NIGHT AT HOTEL CALIFORNIA

Today was another good day although a bit lacking in energy - could be due to last night?? He has been noticing more weakness in his legs the last couple of days - affects of the last week with little exercise, I imagine. We are still awaiting the CT scan the doctor wanted done this weekend. His appetite has been improving for the most part - he is still at a safe weight - halleluliah! we don't have to worry about THAT. His Mom and I feel his mood is down from the last couple days. When the Doctor stated today that he hopes to discharge him to an outpatient status the middle of the week, he experienced some anxiety. Not sure how to interpret the anxiety as we thought he would want to run as fast as he could (with or without oxygen) AWAY from Hotel California!!!

Explanation for Hotel California experience Saturday night:

After an episode of confusion, anxiety and severe headache (for which he was given percacet and ativan) his O2 sats were finally taken only to find them very low. He was eventually put back on O2. During this whole episode Terri was frantically searching the whole room on her hands and knees for his own oxymetry machine only to find out today that it was in Cathie's purse the whole time. And in Cathie's own words - where was Cathie at this time??? only she will know... perhaps!

Hope you enjoyed the blog for the day. Without humor how would we survive?

Personal note from Cathie: If I could only learn how to post a comment I would but apparently I AM the retard much as I have denied this to Mark recently. So, I just want you all to know how much I appreciate all the love, support, concern and prayers. It's so great to have such fabulous friends and family. Thanks for the comments - they keep us going. Luv, Cath

PS: Personal note to Colleen G - Fabulous cookies! Should be finished them by midnight. (there are a lot!) Will get to the muffins tomorrow. Judy won't recognize me when I roll off the bus in Calgary if you continue with this venture. You are so generous. Thank you. Why do you have to be such a great cook anyway. Wish us luck, should be done by midnight, getting a little help from my sister, thankfully! Not taking any responsibility for comments in this drugged state of mind (sugar, ativan, sleeping pills) Cathie xo

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5 comments:

  1. GuestJuly 12, 2009 at 11:16 PM

    Travis that is incredible to get discharged. You are making some amazing head way whether you beleive it or not. TRUST in this process it is how it is supposed to be. You are on life number 2 savour it, even with all the crap you have to deal with, it will pass and you will look back on all of it and be amazed at the miracle you have been a part of. 3 weeks after your miracle began you can walk out of the hospital - unbelievable. You have such a gift, move forward and be forever grateful for your new life - one that will be easier than you have ever had it.

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  2. GuestJuly 12, 2009 at 11:18 PM

    oops that last post was by me - Nicki Perkins

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  3. paintedaugustaJuly 13, 2009 at 12:42 AM

    I am so looking forward to seeing you at full capacity - you've done so much with so little (airpower)for all of these years. Just wanted you to know that although I live far away from you I'm so glad we got to be close as kids - that feeling has never really left. Maybe someday we can read Narnia stretched out side by side again (minus pesky kid sisters ;-}). I am very proud of you and excited for what life holds for you now.

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  4. GuestJuly 13, 2009 at 9:10 AM

    Colleen, I did finally hide the cookies what was left)and muffins last night - now if I can just stay our of them! Luv T

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  5. UnknownJuly 13, 2009 at 11:38 AM

    Hi Travis Wonderful news, to be leaving the hospital after all that has happened. The surgery, and then all the set backs, ups and downs. I can understand the anxiety you may be feeling, because only you can truly know what it's been like for you. I know it has to be hard for those there to see you suffer with the pain and all, but your the one experiencing it. With all that said you will be in amazing hands with your mom and Terri alone, not to mention anyone else that will be there for you.
    Note to Cathie from all the pictures I have seen of you, I don’t think that you will have to worry about rolling anywhere. With all of the anxiety and fear you must have been experiencing for so long, I can well imagine that, that alone has been burning off any extra calorie you have consumed. Worry about rolling when your son is out running a marathon. You’ll need your legs to keep up with him, so rolling is not aloud. Hugs, love and prayers to you all, and if there is any thing that I can do to help please let me know colleen g

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