11:00am The resident anesthesiologist just came out to say that Henry is doing so well. "he's great." She estimates another 2 hours to finish the surgery. Then, he'll go immediately to a CT scan before being taken to the recovery area.
Chad and I are doing fine. My mom is here with us and we all went for a bite to eat. I had no appetite, but am determined to NOT pass out when we see him.
--Tina
We continue to pray for all of you. Thank you so much for taking the time to include us in this day. We love you and have our arms around you!
ReplyDeleteDeb and Nick
Hi Tina,
ReplyDeleteThis is Allison (not Pete). I've been thinking of you and your family so much over the past few days. I know how agonizing those last few days were before our daughter's surgery and was guessing you were feeling the same way. Like Chad, I too, did some armageddon-style grocery shopping. It's funny the things we do to prepare and distract ourselves.
I'm guessing that by now the surgery is over and you have had a chance to see Henry. Hopefully he doesn't look as bad as you might have feared. I know it will be hard to rest tonight with all the sounds of the PICU, but try to rest as much as you can. It will be easier to keep your chin up if you're reasonably well-rested and well-nourished. I highly recommend the "fish channel" on the TV in the lactation room. That was my sanctuary the first 24 hours. I found it surprisingly relaxing. It reminded me of snorkeling in Cancun--a much sunnier, cheerier image to have in my mind than our PICU room. It definitely helped me to re-charge when caring for our daughter.
Please know that we are thinking of you lots and wishing you, Henry, and your family all the best.
Take care, Allison