Dad and I are at the hospital this morning. We managed to both get a pretty good night's sleep. Dad looks more rested so thank God for that.
We saw Pat this morning. What an amazing way to start the day. The patient care administrator who is the liaison between families and medical staff saw us walk in. She cornered dad to let him know that Pat is doing remarkably well. She is responding to nurse and doctor commands like raising two fingers and opening her eyes when asked. This is HUGE according to the surgeon. We don't think about how much goes into hearing, acknowledging, then responding to it.
When dad and I went back at 9:00, we were surprised to see that though still sedated, she was propped up in bed. We introduced ourselves to the new nurse. I looked over at mom while dad was talking and saw eyes, though very very drowsy, popped open as she seemed to recognize dad's voice.
She is progressing along better than expected. Her renal production is still a little off from normal function, but they are not at all discouraged because this is normal following the kind of journey Pat has been on since Monday.
Dad and I were the only ones at the 9:00 visit, so we were able to spend some time updating mom on what has happened since Monday. We told her where she was and what day it was. We informed her of your love and concern for her. With eyes partially opened she listened as we described her status.
Again, being privy to the tender moments between she and dad, I continue to be amazed at their love for each other. Dad was telling mom that he was so proud of her and how much he loved her and missed her. With that, she managed to raise an arm to place her hand on his shoulder. They both looked each other eye to eye. Though Pat was not able to say anything, through her drowsy, glassy eyes, she didn't have to. Hopefully dad won't mind me letting you into their special moment.
She was trying to get comfortable so she seems a little agitated. I asked her if she was hot. She nodded her head affirming my suspicions. I asked her if she wanted me to move her blankets off her legs. She affirmed me again. When the nurse said she seemed cold, mom quickly and with purpose shook her head no!
I don't know why we are amazed at her progress, but we continue to love God's faithfulness and the miracles he allows us to experience during this journey.
Keep praying and stay tuned. I will update you after the 1:00 visit.
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