Monday (day 237)

Good evening all. I'm writing this as Shawna returned from her operation. It was successfull. She now has two feeding tubes till the G-tube(stomach) tube is proven to be working properly and the J-tube will be removed. She is resting comfortably and doesn't seem to be in pain. We will have a community nurse checking every day to make sure there is no infection and that all is proceeding properly. A dietician will consult with this nurse and the G-tube will start to be utilized under close scrutiny. We had a very busy week there was two appointments. The first was a consult for the achillies tendon loosening which operation is pending and the second was a doppler test which was an ultrsound test of Shawnas blood vessels esp her legs to make sure of proper blood flow as this test was not administered before. We have had an amazing week together. Sure you get tired from the 4 hour position changing through the night and the constant administering medication and feed. We have had a good amount of help especially from our PSW and some of the therapists who came mostly on a consultation visit basis till Shawna is past the difficulties with her feed tube. The meeting on Monday seemed to energize everyone who will be involved with Shawnas rehab. We have enjoyed also many visits from neighbours and friends. Our house is quickly becoming an open house as cars jockey for a parking spot(joking). Shawna really enjoys being home and we've noticed marked improvements in her ability to keep her head straight and looking to the left. We remain thankfull for all God has given us and eagerly look forward the the unfolding of his plan. Thankyou for your prayers and support. Al, Deb, Shawna and family