Today was a great day! Jake is eating and he got up tonight and walked out of his room and visited the little boy next door. He looks like Frankenstien walking, but he is up and not complaining as much. It is a huge impovement from just this morning. The doctor came in and was very pleased. He told us we had him (doctor) running yesterday. He said he was very concerned about Jake (we didn't realize that). The nurse told us after he left that they had never seen so much of the doctor. She said, "I don't know what you have done, but he must like you." The doctor is a good surgeon, but when he talks, everyone jumps to attention. Although, I have not heard any negative comments. They all say, "you have the best and people come all over the world to see him." I guess a way to summarize him is he demands respect and perfection.
On a lighter note, they may move Jake out of PICU and I asked if Jake could go to the pediatric floor (much better care). The doctor got a twinkle in his eye and asked Jake how old he was. Jake said, "18." He said,"I think he could go to the pediatric floor as long as he doesn't pinch the nurses." He left the room laughing.
Anyway, great day and I assume better ones to come.
Tammy
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Hi Thomas Family - We are so happy to hear the good news and improvement of Jake. There are many praying for him and it sounds like he is willing to endure the pain it will take to beat this. He and your family are an inspiration to us all. All our best - Dan Crouch and family.
ReplyDeleteDear Tammy and Tray,
ReplyDeleteGod bless your family - especially Jake! We are praying for a smooth and complete recovery for Jake. We are pleased to hear that he is progressing nicely. He is so brave - and so are you! Thank you for posting on your blog. We are here to help in any way we can.
Love and prayers to you all!