Yesterday was spine surgery day for our girl. Thinking we'd hit traffic, we left way early, only to make it there with tons of time to spare. So, we headed to the hospital garden to take care of some veggies and herbs.
These pre-surgery mornings are hard on a momma's heart as you know she had no idea what was coming. She was just gardening, living moment to moment. Such wisdom in how she lives.
Next, we headed in for lots of hours of food and drink free waiting. Listening to "Happy" over and over and over again kept her mostly distracted.
Then, after a flurry of nurses and doctors came through, she was given loopy juice and then we walked into surgery.
Mark and I walked back down the hallway without out her, control totally released, an experience we've had too many times.
Two hours later, we got word that surgery was over and went without complications. She had two procedures done, but both were easier than expected. They has warmed us that ICU was an option for her first night due to her other issues, but she was eventually placed in a regular room. She was fever free in recovery, but very traumatized, taking her a couple hours to calm down.
She ended the night puffy and loaded up on pain meds, but managed to munch on a few chips.
She'll need to remain on her side, due to the incision on the back and bladder needs on the front. So, the next days will involve lots of more pain meds, getting her to eat/drink and keeping her still.
This day was very hard on our hearts, but we thank God and celebrate a successful surgery.
7 comments:
have been praying for you all. Glad you are on to the next step. Continue to pray for all of you.
oh that sweet baby. we are praying for a fast recovery!
I see that your daughter just had surgery. But I just read your post at NHBO and I would like to know more details about your ministry. We are on a steering committee and in the very beginning phases of a similar ministry. I would like to know details and maybe cautions so we don't have to make the same mistakes others did. Chris
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I am so glad our prayers have been answered. Good luck Evelyn. We will keep praying for you and your beautiful family. XO
My daughter is VACTREL as well, so I'm walking this path with you. I remember seeing Evie's file, hoping and praying her forever family would find her and you did almost immediately. I'm so glad that her surgery went so well.
Best Wishes for a speedy recovery!!
Praying for her to go home soon!!
Lisa
Prayers for recovery. How is baby girl doing ?
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