Friday, November 14, 2008

Its 7:27 am. I just woke up from another comfortable night on the concrete floor in the waiting room. It was nice though having a little different scenery. If you didn't read last nights blog, you might want to read it first. We had a good day yesterday. Mary went down to the 5Th floor late last night, out of ICU. She is in a semi-private room right now. She still is receiving good care from the nurses. The only bad thing about this is that they will not let us stay in the room with her. I was hesitant with this because I know how restless she has been. She will sleep for a while, then wake up and want to get out of bed, or get up and go to the bathroom. And until she calms down, she is adamant about it. A couple of thing that they did that made me rest easier was put a bed alarm under her shoulders. We she moves around a lot the alarm will sound. They did put a person in her room the whole night. That made me rest easier. I just don't want her to get hurt. I checked in this morning and the nurse said she had a night of some sleep, and restlessness. No surprise to me. But, I know they took good care of her, and that helps. Mary had made quite a few steps in the last few days. Like I said last night, her words are sounding better, and she is more alert than she has been. We will see how she does today. I can't even get in the room until 11:00, and that is killing me. I know Mary will start having more physical therapy on this floor, and that is good also. Those of you have come to see Mary, know that she has come along way, but also has a long road ahead. She has remembered most everyone that has come in. For those who are planning to come down and visit, just know that Mary may be resting while your here. She needs her rest, so visits may me limited. I know each and everyone of you understands and will not care if you can't see her during your visit. Right now we have to do what is best for the continued progress of her health. When I know more about her condition, and doctor reports, I will update you all. Let's see what today brings us. Kiss your family, and have great day. Thanks.

6 comments:

Unknown said...

Dear Scott,

I was so sad to hear about Mary! She is such a beautiful lady! I spoke with Gary Dean yesterday and he filled me in on her condition and told me about this blog. I'm so happy to see she is making some progress. Our choir at St. Peter's is praying for her full recovery, and I have been thinking about you all so much...what a terrible ordeal! Please give your parents my love....they are very special friends! Know of our love and prayers,

Monica Scholz

Unknown said...

Hi Scott, Mary and family~

I just wanted to tell you how happy I am the Mary is making so much progress!! It's so amazing. Thank you Scott for taking the time to write everyday letting us know how she is doing, it really means alot to the people who can't be there with you. I pray for you guys everyday and your blog is the one of the first things I check when I get to work.
Take care
Love, Lori Oehring

Misty said...

Thank you for your kind words! My heart just broke for you and your family. I have just wanted to stay connected to know how she is progressing. Brandy is on the same floor, She got a new roommate when Mary came to the 5th floor, I guess they moved the lady out of mary's room into brandy's room. She told my mom there was a room full of people!! :-) Its great that you have some many loved ones to travel so far to be with you!!

I hope the kids have been able to make it there this weekend to see the great progress she has made this week! I know they will be so happy to see her doing so well.

Continued prayers!!

PS Let me know if you all need anything! Even a sandwich, I'll bring it!! :-)

Otte. said...

I am so happy to hear the positive news.

Steph said...

Hi Scott,

Please know your entire family is in our hearts and prayers. We have been thinking of you every day since this happened and we are sending positive thoughts your way for a full recovery for Mary.

Love,
Steph & Brent Buscher

Kay Sanderson said...

Scott--I have been following Mary's condition from day one, first from Val & Ed and now on your website. I am so glad to hear that she is making progress. I am sure she will continue to amaze everyone with her recovery. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kay Sanderson