Well Mitchell had kind of a rough night last night...nuasia has been a problem. He has been having trouble keeping anything down. The anethesia didn't set good for him. Most of the day was kind of rough also. This is of course, expected after such a major surgery. The morning started out pretty good...the physical therapist got Mitchell out of bed and into a chair at 9:00 this morning. He was in a ton of pain but he did great. He sat in the chair for 20 minutes and was VERY glad to get back into his bed again. The pain was just as the doctor said, "you will feel like you got hit by a truck!"...and that was pretty much how he felt. They had him doing breathing exercises and, of course, that wasn't Mitchell's favorite thing to do, but again, he was a very good patient, and he did as he was told. They got him up again into the chair at 4:00. He was not at all happy about that, but he did really well. By the end of the night, he seemed to be feeling a little better. He was able to keep some Sprite and about a cup of ice chips in his stomach. We chatted for about an hour and a half. I left the hospital around 10:30...and when I left, he was resting comfortably. I told him that each day will get better! There are better days ahead!
Sorry it took me so long to log something onto this blog...for whatever reason, my computer won't let me post a message when I am in the hospital.
I would say that having visitors should probably wait until Friday.
Thanks,
Pam
11 comments:
Dear Dreyer Family,
Thanks for the update, we have been thinking of you and praying for you this week. Mitch, I hope your pain will be tolerable today and you will be feeling better soon. We will continue to pray for comfort, and fast and complete healing!
Take care, Karl, June, Amanda & Ben
Mitch,
We are still praying! Hopefully today will go well and your nausea will be gone! Hang in there,
The Tieman's
Earl, Deb
Jason and Emily
God's power was once again evident in the storms that came through yesterday. A God that powerful is loving you all and will give you the "power" you need to go through this time. We will continue to pray you feel His presence and power as you face each day and all it brings.
Mark and Donna Genzink
wow! hey guys! i am glad to hear that the healing process has begun! its just like mitch not o complain about it. will continue praying for smooth healing and reduced pain. thank God for the progress even this far! hang in there mitch!!
Way to go Mitch...This is such a hard thing to go through, but the more you can get up and move, the sooner you will feel better. We have been praying for you constantly. Keep up the good work. Pam, thanks for the updates. Hang in there. It really will get better!
Mitchell -- Sorry to hear that you've been nauseas. Think of it on the bright side -- it's a great diet plan. Oh wait...you don't really need to worry about dieting. Hopefully it will pass soon. I'm sure each day will be a big improvement from the day before. Hang in there and keep doing what they tell you. Although it seems like there just a bunch of sadists, I think they really are doing what is best for you! Hope to see you up and about soon -- Jodi
Pam, Thank you for your updates, I can't wait to read them each day. It must be hard seeing your child in pain. Know that God's arms are wrapped around you and he is with you every step of the way. How Cool and Awesome he is!! Have a good day!
Love, Mer
Hey Guys! Mitch(ell:) it sounds like you've been doing really good so far. I'm glad to hear that you have been alert and able to do the excercises you need to get back on your feet! Hopefully the pain is getting a little more tolerable for ya! We are thinking about you lots! Thanks for updating Pam!
Love,
Matt, Steph, Jackson, and Baby GIRL Hill
Thanks for the updates Pam! Dig deep and push through Mitch. I believe in you. You can do this. Each new day is one day closer to healing and recovery (and eventual relief). The work and effort and endurance will pay off in the long term - it will be worth it. Praying for strength and perseverence.
Matt Yount
I'm so glad Mitch is doing so well. Hang in there things will get easier. I'll keep praying for you.
Emily Capel
Thanks for the update:). I know the nausea is bad...but it goes away within about 3 days. And as far as the pain goes it's pretty bad the first couple times u sit up but it gets better...I promise:). I know it's really hard right now, but before you know it he'll be feeling tons better. It just takes some time. Mitch is still in my thoughts and prayers!! I hope he feels better!!:)
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