Hi everyone!
We were finally able to go and see Graci. It took a little longer than we had thought because they had a little scare with her blood pressure dropping, but she is doing fine now. They had her covered with her cute blanket and she actually looked very good (considering). She's a little pale and puffy, but I think she looks better than last time. Right now she is still on a ventilator, and she's already communicated that she's not happy about that. She signed that she wanted a drink, and I told her we'd have to wait until the vent is out-- and I could see her fighting tears. She has several IV's in different places and four tubes coming out of her chest/abdomen. This was easier to see this time as we have gone through it before. I did ask her if she's hurting, and she shook her head, "no." She is resting well, though she is pretty aware of what's going on. She's barely opening her eyes, but she shakes my hand and tells me (by me guessing) what she wants-- which is usually to sing to her. Sadly, I forgot her CD's-- so we won't have those until morning. Jeremy was only able to be with Graci for 5 minutes before the combination of sickness, lack of sleep and stress made him feel like he was about to pass out. He headed home and hopefully he can get a good night's rest and come back refreshed and feeling better tomorrow.
It felt so good to have Graci communicating a little bit-- even if by nods and shakes of the head. It is SO NICE this time that she can understand English and have the comfort of having things explained to her.
Parents have to be out of the ICU from 7-8 for the nursing shift to change-- so that's why I'm here typing right now. It was hard to leave her because I could tell she wanted me to stay. I'll be so happy when she can move out of ICU and have her own room that has a bed for me so I don't have to leave her.
Taylor, Parker, Jesi and Elli-- I LOVE YOU!!! I told Graci that you were happy she was doing well and it seemed to make her happy. Thanks for being such good kids-- I miss you! I'm excited for Graci to get well enough that you can come and visit! (:
In closing, a scripture from Psalms:
"He healeth the broken hearted and bindeth up their wounds."
These words have been fulfilled today. (:
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Oh my goodness! What a blessing to be able to communicate easily with Graci! Such a blessing probably would have been overlooked had it not been hard the last time. Christi, we love you. Your family is an inspiration to all of us. You are so strong. I can't imagine. Graci, you are so brave! We love you!
ReplyDeleteShe is so strong. I'm so glad that she is doing good right now. Please keep us updated. We love you and our prayers are with you!!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for all the updates. I happened to look on your blog this morning and didn't even know she would be having her surgery today. So the girls and I immediately began praying for her while she was in surgery. We love you, Graci, and we're so glad that you came to visit us and see Brigham receive his name and blessing. We hope you'll come again soon.
ReplyDelete(sigh of relief) - and prayers for Jer to get a little strength back (I can relate to his wanting to be there!) and for you to keep your strength up - don't forget to rest when you can too mom! Prayers for the rest of the kids - it's hard for everybody - prayers to the staff caring for your girl - and for Graci too! Finally - one of thanksgiving for what ya'll have recieved so far!
ReplyDeletehugs to all -
aus and family
In closing, a scripture from Psalms:
ReplyDelete"He healeth the broken hearted and bindeth up their wounds."
These words have been fulfilled today. (:
The sweetest, most comforting words...