Good morning! You all found my missing item, oxygen! It feels so strange to not have that cannula on, I have become used to it and am still experiencing nervousness without it, but so far I am keeping my oxygen levels up, praise GOD!
Yesterday was a busy day. I was taken down to the CT department to have my picc line (a catheter that runs through the veins) adjusted, OUCH! Then the surgery team pulled two more of my chest tubes, OUCH OUCH!!!! So I am now down to one tube on each side and hopefully will get that pulled on Monday.
The nights continue to be very difficult for me. The pain increases dramatically when I am trying to lay down and rest comfortably. It makes for an extremely long evening. They are going to try to increase my pain meds at night to see if I can get some better rest.
Scott just left to drive home. What a wonderful visit we had. We are feeling so much hope and can finally look forward to what the future may bring, what an incredible blessing.
Okay, that is as much as I feel up to writing, but I want you all to know, I feel your love and prayers here with me everyday. It makes the pain much more bearable! I love you all so much!
Nancy
7 comments:
Hi Nancy!
So good to hear from you again. I am so glad that you got two of your chest tubes out! I hope they can increase your pain medication at night so you can get some much needed rest.
Although I am not blown away by your AWESOME attitude and outlook on this whole process, I am completely blown away by how well you are thriving! You continue to make huge strides and it must give you so much joy looking into what the future holds for you and your family! I know I am excited to share in this joy with you and know that we will get to experience some more wonderful memories as friends!
You truly are a blessing and a Christmas miracle. I thank God everyday for making this a Christmas we will all remember for so many years! I thank Him for giving new, fresh life to my best friend! I am so thankful for all He does! He provides in ways that are just amazing!
I hope you are able to get some rest. Please know that I am thinking of you always! Keep that glowing smile!
My parents will be here tomorrow and we will continue to follow your journey together~!
I love you Nancy!
Love,
Debbie
Nancy,
OUCH - yesterday sounds painful! But the pain of getting those chest tubes out was worth it, I'm sure! Only two to go! Wonderful! You are going to feel SO MUCH better with those things out! I just can't believe you aren't wearing oxygen! I can't wait to hear all about it when you are feeling stronger. Keep up the good work of getting stronger so you can get home SOON! You're doing so great and working so hard. We're so happy for you!!!!
Love,
Cammi
Dear Nancy,
you are looking wonderful! Your face looks so pretty emerging from behind the oxygen tubes, and I am happy to hear that you are now minus another 2 tubes....2 more steps towards health!
I am sooooo hoping that every new tube that disappears results in less pain. Hang in there! We're so happy for you, and look forward to more good news every day!
love,
CLaire
Hi Nancy--
You look so great --I hope the pain goes away soon, so that you may get some rest. I am so glad you could spend time with Scott--what a wonderful couple you are! We are thinking of you and sending our love and prayers for no more PAIN! Stay strong girl you are truly an inspiration to me! I am lucky to have you in my life! Can't wait for our talks and coffee! GOD BLESS YOU!
Love,Bridge
Hi Nancy!!!
What a great smile you have. That is awesome that they have taken out so many tubes. I am sure it will feel wonderful to get the last two out! You seem to be doing so well!
I'm so glad you had a wonderful visit Scott. I hope they are all able to come back later this week.
Love you tons!
Amy
your progress is remarkable! easy for me to say when i am not going through it personally.
i have to wonder what it feels like to breathe again, with new lungs and less struggle. i hope to write about it in my next book.
much luv for today and all days.
Claire, Harley and Goober
Great News Nancy! We are praying the last of those tubes come out soon! What hope you must be feeling right now. I know the pain must be awful, but soon, my friend you will be home with Ms. Hannah, and Scott! I'm praying you are able to rest and go with out pain for a little while. Those Pic Lines are no fun!!
You are in our thoughts, our prayers, and we are so proud of your incredible ability...to heal!!
Much Love,
MaryBeth
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