Waiting Game

Less throwing up today and was able to keep down a vanilla shake. Matt's still impacted, or full of, well, same thing you walk through in the pasture. But they gave him medicine in the feed tube to help clear it up. In regards to infections, Matt's seems to be in the clear. No one has said anything, and the old saying "No news is good news" seems to apply here. Matt is being catheterized every 6 hours now to try and train his bladder to fill, and then to hold it. So far not doing too bad. He was also able to get another bath in a real bath tub, not just sponge baths. There is a big push to move Matt to City hospital where the rehab can finally begin, however there are doors that need to be opened, and wheels to be turned. Unfortunately politics are involved with everything so it is a bit of a waiting game. Please pray that these doors will open and Matt can finally begin to focus on rehabilitation, not just recovery. Just a quick thanks to mom who is able to be Matt's advocate, and is Matt's full time trainer, always in his corner and giving him pep talks for the next round. Thanks Mom!! Proverbs 31:28-29 "Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all."

Praise the Lord

Matt had a much better day today. He had a period of being sick after Physio this morning, but was able to keep down some soup, a few fries and a piece of ice cream cake. He also was able to go for a bath on 6th floor which sure made him feel better. Lots of company which always makes his day. Talking to the Dr. today and we are not sure when he will be able to go to City Hospital. We are finding out that there is lots of Politics in Health Care. RUH feels Matt is ready to be transferred out of acute care but City Hospital is full. Please pray for guidance on what we should do as we feel Matt needs to start Rehab as quick as possible. Prayers for tonight are that Matt's left lung will start working to full capacity and he will be able to start rehab. Mark 10:39 With Men it is impossible, but not with God: for with God all things are possible.

Chicken and fries

Matt is still having trouble with the vomiting, not sure what is the problem. He was able to get up today for a good 3 hours, which helps get everything working better. He had lots of company today and was happy to see everyone. He enjoys reading the blog comments. The staff also help brighten his day and keep him smiling. Not to much change, he was able to eat a few fries and a chicken strip, but that all came up along with his orange frappa. Prayers for today that Matt will be able to keep down food, gain some weight and get his own ventilator. Psalms 42:5 Tells us to "Hope in God and wait expectantly for Him"

Skinny Matt

Sometimes being skinny is not an asset. Matt is down to 157 lbs again, and is still throwing up in the mornings. They have increased his tube feeds and will not feed him in the mornings before physio, to see if all the movement is making him sick. They will try and feed him more frequently throughout the day in small amounts, instead of 3 big meals. Still enjoying his Frappos and soup. He had a great day in his chair, spent 3 hours in it and was really alert. Even went outside and enjoyed the very crisp summer weather (still technically summer until 21st). Tonight they suctioned him for lots of stuff in his lungs, but he rebounds quicker and his O2 levels are staying up. Mom said he is on the lowest setting on the respirator he has ever been, so continues to work hard all day, but is getting more conditioned. City Hospital was over to see Matt and it sounds encouraging he may be over there soon, it would be great to start more rehab and work on Matt's continued movement. He is now able to bend the outside 3 fingers on his right hand, so keep on doing those finger push-ups Matt. I don't have a verse tonight, but the words of a great song come to mind. "Shout to the Lord, all the earth let us sing, power and majesty praise to the King. Mountains bow down and the seas will roar, at the sound of your name. I sing for joy at the work of your hands, forever I'll love you, forever I'll stand. Nothing compares to the promise I have in you"

Praise God

Matt had a much better day. He had a low grade fever off and on, but only one episode with vomiting. He was able to keep down a orange frappe, some supper and then this evening he ate some macaroni and cheese. His weight is down again, so we are all pleased that he eating again. He said he was feeling much better this evening. We still don't know about the infections as the results were not in yet. He was happy to have company today. Our prayers for tonight are that Matt will continue to eat, no infections and his body will continue to heal to a full recovery. Psalms 57:2 I will cry unto God most high, unto God that performeth all things for me.

Patience and Prayer

Matt was feeling a little better today, played a few games of Golf with his sister and had lots of smiles for Amy. They had to take another sample of secretions tonight as he still has quite a bit of mucus in his lungs. They still do not know if he has another infection. He didn't get up in his chair, but they sat him up in his bed which makes into a chair. They had put a patch behind his ear to cut down on the secretions in his mouth, it didn't work as all it did was dry up his lungs and then they had a hard time suctioning him. They took out the catheter because of infection and now must train his bladder again. He was able to eat a few grapes and drink a Pepsi today, said they tasted great. Tomorrow they will try food again, I promised him some onion rings from A&W and a strawberry milkshake. Our prayers for tonight are Patience to deal with the many set backs and faith to trust God in all things. Hebrews 10:23 Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; for he is faithful that promised.

Chaos reigns

A staff shortage caused Matt to be doubled up today (1 nurse per 2 patients), which means he wasn't able to get up in his chair. They were very busy and it is hard to meet every person's needs. Had lots of company and watched the Riders lose only their third game this season. He had an okay day, but still feels like vomiting when he tries to eat. Lots of secretions in his lungs, so quite a bit of suction needed. They feel that something is brewing, but not sure what it is. Our prayer for tomorrow is that Matt's infections will be gone and he will be able to eat once more. Hebrews 12:1(c),3 says Let us run with patience the race that is set before us looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith.