Today has been restful and productive (in a wierd sort of way). The Epidural line in Jeff's back has been removed and IV pain meds have been started. Luckly, Jeff hasn't had much pain at all thanks to the watchful eyes of the physicians and nurses here. The cathater in Jeff's bladder has been removed and his bladder is working normally. He's still on ice chips but hopefully he'll be allowed to have clear liquids soon.
Brittany, Brad and Sharon came for a much welcome visit yesterday. The twins stayed behind to spend the night with me in the Lodge and to extend their visit with Jeff this morning. It was such a nice day. We took several walks around the unit today and if I can get Jeff to take one final pass (his usual four laps) tonight, he'll have done a whole mile today. That's impressive!
Brit and Brad are back home safely again this evening and start their second and final week of driver's education training tomorrow. Brad did a wonderful job of driving the Beltway on his trip back home this afternoon and thank goodness the thunderstorms and rain held off until he was on 301. I'm not sure my heart could have taken a 16 year old drive on the Beltway in a thunderstorm and heavy rain....whew.
Well folks, another day at the NIH Adult Oncology Unit is behind us. Hopefully we won't have to be here much longer. I'll keep ya'll posted.
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Dear Jeff and Linda thank you so much for letting me know what going on I check each day. Linda you are wonderful for always keeping us up to date on Jeff recovery. He is a power of example to me. I pray each morning for him and your family. Well take care Love your cousin Kathy (Colleen sister)
We were so glad to see this post and know that Jeff is feeling better. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always, and thanks again for the blog updates!
Rob & Lisa Morris
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