We got word today that the last few CT scans have shown amazing swelling reduction. And that has certainly been reflected in the improvement we've seen over the last day. We have been wowed by the progress Mike has made. He has been keeping his eyes open, tracking conversations and chiming in appropriately with much more frequency. The physical therapist had him up and walking (with much help) and thought the difference between yesterday and today was marked. Even today's ICU nurse commented that his sense of humor is coming back.
Mike has moved over to 10K and has a private room. It has a giant window for natural light. He's requesting ice cream and enjoying his iPod tunes. My sister and I brought the kids in today and he was more interactive with them. Winston tried to test every button in the room; only quick interventions saved Mike from certain harm.
Next, we'll get a schedule started for visits.
5 comments:
Ok then, I guess now is the time to start stockpiling the cornball humor for our visit. So very happy to read of the amazing progress that guy of yours has made. He'll do anything to provide Winston with new buttons, I guess!!
xoeve
So happy for you all! Saw my first robin this afternoon.....thought of you all.
B
Brandon and I spent some time with Mike this evening. We were chastized right off for not bringing some vino! His sense of humor is certainly back. He had sufficiently more energy and ability than our last visit a few days ago. He asked what we were doing for date night, which he remembered we have on Tuesdays. We told him we were hanging out with him. He said..."you've got to have a better plan than that."
Susan
TRULY exciting news this morning!! So glad to hear that things are continuing to progress so well. I laughed out loud at the Winston story... always fun to bring a new perspective, and wonderful to realize that he was comfortable enough in the situation to be himself. Also good to know that others are taking the time to stop by!
Great news! Spring is definitely on the way. Now Michael can see it arriving for himself. Love to you all this is going to be a great day. I can feel it.
Anita and Rich Fricklas
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