We are back from the 1:00 visit this afternoon. All I can say is WOW! Pat is doing great. She is still on the ventilator, but there is no doubt that she is all Pat Guynn again. The family visited for nearly 40 minutes. We are so thankful for the leniency of the nursing staff.
The first thing Pat asked us to do, as a family, is to read and pray Psalms 91. We each read 4 verses to cover her, as that seems to be the themed selection from God’s word in this time. We prayed peace and healing over her.
Following prayer, Pat requested to know what happened, so Laura went in to some detail to explain what has happened to her since she was admitted on Tuesday. She was concerned that there was a defect in her previous surgery from two years ago. We assured her that this was not at all related to the last surgery.
Using a red heart shaped pillow that the hospital gives to their heart patients Laura was able to use the heart diagram on that pillow to show Pat where the procedure took place. It was a little who and tell.
Laura explained the procedures; some of the complications and challenges then finalized her overview with current status. Pat seemed very content knowing what happened and now can process it between visits. For those that know her well enough, you know that she likes to be informed.
I think she loved having the family surrounding her bed this afternoon. She is still a little frustrated with how long it takes to communicate. Laura seems to be best at interpreting mom’s questions and requests.
We are continually amazed at how strong Pat is. She has been told just how many of you have been praying and sent well wishes to her. People have been keeping up with Pat’s status worldwide according to the statistic of this blog. I am not surprised because she is one loved lady.
The next family visit is at 5:00, so stay tuned.
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