Mom and I walked in at 9:30 this morning and a team of respiratory therapists and nurses were getting ready to pull the breathing tube. We had been told yesterday that they would do it tonight. And last night they didn't want us to stay with him because they wanted him to rest up for the event. Because Karl did so well in terms of getting rid of fluid and probably because he complained incessantly (which, I guess, is normal) about his breathing tube, they pulled it this morning.
I'll write more later, but this was such good news I knew you'd all want to know. Praise God! Your prayers worked...again!! Thank you and keep up the good work!
Peace and love to all,
Kerry
Addendum:
Karl had a super day. It's hard to believe that less than a week ago he endured both a 19- and 18-hour surgery. He is winking and smiling and giving thumb's up and cracking jokes -- and being sweet and whispering "thank yous" to everyone for their trouble. Karl is being Karl.
In the afternoon, they weaned him off the fentanyl which is a remarkable feat. They replaced the fentanyl with delauded which is also a very strong pain reliever. However, he is receiving a smaller constant dose. They also gave him a button, which can be pushed every eight minutes for a "booster." Of course, Karl pushes it every 30 seconds, just to see if he can get away with an extra one.
He is having a rough time talking because his throat is sore from the breathing tube, but his voice should return by tomorrow or Thursday, which is also when they expect to move him out of ICU to a regular orthopedic room. The ability to swallow pills is also a goal Karl is working very diligently to achieve. He can then begin to take medication by mouth and some of the IVs can come out.
An intern working in Dr. Sim's office stopped by to see Karl. She was absolutely amazed at his condition. She called him a superstar. Of course I have no doubt that your prayers have enabled Karl to fare so well. Isn't it amazing what our loving God can do when we have faith in Him?
Karl's hill is still at a steep incline. He is having phantom pain in both legs and at times can't feel his feet. But considering the fact that he had a total sacrectomy, we're pretty happy to think he can wiggle his toes when asked.
Thank you so much for loving Karl. He is sooo worth it.
His loving sister who hopes some day she can borrow his Mini Cooper,
Kerry
9 comments:
Kerry!
This is great news!!!!!
ON a lighter, yet very important note, the elephant ear hat has taken the lead!!! So now you know how I voted! :)
Here's a hug for ya, Ms. Bertha (((((Kerry))))) from Rayah!!
Love to Susie and Karl :)
Charlotte
Great news!
Can't wait to hear what Karl has to say. Not that what you have had to say hasn't been note worthy.
Anxiously awaiting your next entry
Love Marcy
Kerry...this is fabulous news and great progress toward Karl's recovery! Thanks for keeping us updated. We know you're taking special care of Karl, but please also take special care for you and your mom. Please know we're thinking of all of you...and of course, saying a prayer!
Love, Phil, Julie and Lillian
(and Twin A and Twin B)
Kerry,Karl and Suzie, That is great news. Since my new position at the U of M.. I know that everyone is thrilled when they can finally can have that tube removed. Its very uncomfortable and it makes your throat sore. So I am very happy for Karl. It is a process of elimination. I pray for Karl everynite and think of him throughout the day...Love to all, Rebecca
Dear Susie,Kerry and Karl,
I had a voice message from my missionary brother Mike in Nairobi, He said that Karl is in his daily prayers so tell Karl that someone in Africa is also praying for him.
So happy to hear the good news. Love and prayers. Pat
Susie, and Kerry;
Please know that I have been praying for you constantly for strength and for faith through this. I have prayed from the very beginning for Karl and his healing, and I know the LORD has heard all of our prayers. Please let Karl know that I will continue to hold you all up in prayer, and that I love you all very much.
You are all special people to me, you always have been and I just know that Karl will continue to climb the hill to total recovery in JESUS NAME. Jesus loves you all very much, and HE will sustain you, and keep HIS loving arms wrapped around you all. His angels are with you to guard and keep you as well.
GOD be with you now and always. You remain in my prayers, Keep the faith. Cathy
WHAT A GREAT START TO MY DAY!!! GO KARL..GO KARL...GO KARL!!!
LISA CARR
To the Hamiltons
Hope this will go as I tried so many times. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karl, you are acting like a true Irishman, you are a fighter. KEEP ON TRUCKING!
Dorothy
I appreciate how you've kept the blog up. Thx for that. Your experiences show how awesome our God is. Amen! Wanted to let you know that I am Reiki attuned at the first level. If you can find someone who is attuned at the second level or higher, they can give Reiki long distance. I would be glad to give you all Reiki when you return to MI. Until that time, I will continue to lift your names to the Lord. Your witnessing to the power of God's love is inspiring. Thx for sharing. Sheryl
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