Mitchell made it through the worst days of his recovery...and it is promised that there are better days ahead. He took several walks yesterday. Whenever he had to go to the bathroom, he had to get up and walk to the bathroom in his room and then the nurses would take him on a little stroll down the hallways. He is doing very well! He steadies himself with a walker, which seems to help him with balance and such. Just before I left last night, he was experiencing quite a bit of muscle spasms (not a happy camper). Finally, the medication started working and he rested well last night. I had a little meltdown last night...it's difficult to see your child in so much pain and going on a small amount of sleep doesn't help either.
When I got here this morning, he was sitting in a chair eating some breakfast (not because he wanted to, by any means...he would be very content just laying in bed all day...but that slows down the healing process). The doctor came in and changed his dressing. His incision looks great! Mitchell promised the doctor that he would work hard today. They will be getting him up every 3 hours and taking him for a walk and have him sit up in a chair. He will also have x-rays taken today and they will measure his height. He can be kind of stubborn, so pray for a willing spirit and patience for me as I have to find the best way to inspire him to be all that he can be. We call him "The Terminator" because he kind of sounds like Arnold Swartzenegger without the accent...drugs do strange things to the brain.
The way it looks, he will be able to come home tomorrow sometime. That will be good...challenging for us as parents...but it will be better for everyone!
Prayer requests for today and tomorrow:
1. Perseverence through the pain
2. Experience of success in the things they ask him to do
3. Patience and understanding and wisdom for Doug and I as we "encourage" him to do what he needs to do.
4. Pain (mostly the muscle spasms) to diminish.
5. The trip home and his care at home...(yikes!) It's a little scary, but he is actually quite strong, he's just afraid to try stuff because he thinks it might hurt.
Thanks again for your support! It means so much!
Pam
Hi Mitchell!
ReplyDeleteI just figured out I could leave comments - duh! I'm not an experienced blogger.
Anyway, when I read your mom's comments, I smile because it's amazing what you have gone through and how much your body can handle and how far you have already come. Keep taking it one step at a time. God gives grace for the moment. Keep reminding yourself of what you have already done and remember that your current suffering will bring positive results. YOU CAN DO IT!
We hope to see you today.
Uncle Duane and Aunt Cindy
Good Job Mitchell!!
ReplyDeleteYou're doing great! Each day a little stronger...before you know it life will seem normal again.
We'll come see you after you come home. Hey, did you have one of my cookies yet? Come on, you know you want one...
Love ya,
Aunt Rhonda
heey mitch!
ReplyDeletehmm well i am glad to hear that the worst of the worst IS over. i also cannot believe that you are not eating? wow. and here i was thinking you were always hungry. haha. i am also hoping that the pain is slowing down or decreaseing by now-for everyones sake. :D i would come visit you but...heres news - i kinda crashed. hope that makes you smile. hah. well when i get a car ill visit you and bring you micky d's. haha jk. keep on having a good recovery! God is gonna heal you good and fast!
still praying
sarah
Mitchell,
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you continue to improve. We'll be thinking of you and praying for you as you head home.
Doug and Pam - our thoughts and prayers are for you too (as well as the "sisters.") Allow yourself some rest and take any "pampering" you are offered. Gotta keep the "caretakers" healthy so the "patient" will get healthy.
- Mark and Donna