Monday, September 27, 2010

ICU #33

A  busy day! Linda had 2 x-rays - one on her chest and they found a spot of pneumonia. We're hoping it won't get worse because she is still on antibiotics. Plus they're hoping to get her sitting up soon. The second x-ray was for the gi tract and things are looking good - no leaks in the esophagus or stomach so in the next few days they'll be inserting a feeding tube to get those intestines really working again. Very alert tonight - took in her ipod so she could listen to some music and she was nodding her head to the music. Talked to Dr. Temple today and he said we're not quite out of the woods yet but on the way. Good news!

Had a tasty dinner at Tracy's tonight and saw our new accommodations - we'll be moving over the Thanksgiving weekend. We're sooo lucky that Tracy is willing to 'put up' with us (and the pooches) for a few  weeks.

Some of you have asked about sending cards - probably the best bet is to send  straight to the hospital Foothills. A couple have arrived there just fine.

8 comments:

  1. Sounds like you had a wonderful day...So glad to hear things are well...as so is your house..Thanks tracy (I don't know who you are)but thanks for the kindness you have shown the girls...They will be great room mates all 4 of them Love hugs to you all

    ReplyDelete
  2. Fantastic news.Every day is a new day full of surprises.What a girl.Maybe we should put some merengue and salsa on her ipod..that will get her going all right!!
    Nice to hear she's bopping to some tunes.

    Lots of Love for all "Lady Ls".

    Cheers,
    Indira

    ReplyDelete
  3. Great news today...every day is more encouraging.
    So great you have accommodation after the trailer leaves.Fingers are still crossed but Linda is doing so well.

    ReplyDelete
  4. So glad Linda is making so many improvements! Glad to hear you are moving to Tracy's with pooches hope all doggies get along! Should be a yappy time!

    ReplyDelete
  5. Great news Lorraine and Lucille. Bet Linda loved listening to all her music. What a woman!Unbelievable how far she has come.
    We are counting down the days to actually giving L3 a hug in person and not in cyber space.
    Until then here's more cyber hugs.

    ReplyDelete
  6. Oh, the healing powers of music, great idea. Wishes for the continued improvement.

    ReplyDelete
  7. All of you keep groovin'. Great progress, I send hugs :)

    ReplyDelete
  8. Thumbs up to 'L3' and of course 'C2'...all that good news is so heart-warming!!
    Hugs & Love to All XOXOXOXOXOXOXO

    ReplyDelete