We called this morning and learned Taylor slept through the night. His nurse on Sunday night did a lot of work with him, so he must be worn out since he slept most of yesterday.
For those who haven't seen Taylor lately, you'd be really amazed at his progress. Yesterday, his Doctor described his continued recovery as "amazing" and "miraculous". This is the same Doctor Taylor flipped off, so at least he's a good sport!
Some of Taylor's visitors have stopped by when he's sleeping, so they haven't been able to share in the joy of seeing him smile when he sees a friend, or hold on tightly when a friend takes his hand. To be where we were during the first 10 days or so, and to see him now is truly miraculous.
Taylor loves to have company. But, he's probably tired of looking at us all day, every day.
Taylor has become the talk of the Medical Intensive Care Unit. Even the Nurses who haven't been assigned to him come by to check on him, and have all heard of the things he's doing so quickly.
He has already become a success story, and I know that his recovery will be used to inspire other families that will come into the Medical Intensive Care Unit long after we're gone. We were given hope by the staff telling us of other wonderful recoveries of other patients with similar injuries, so we know Taylor will be added to that list.
If you come by to visit, check the 5th Floor Waiting Room (M5) first, so see if we're there. If we're not there, we'll be with Taylor. The only other place we'll be is the cafeteria around lunchtime. Taylor can't have any visitors between 7am-9am or 7pm-9pm. That's shift change and the Nurses all gather to talk about what has happened and what will happen with Taylor.
8:43pm
Taylor sat up today - and he didn't like it. The bed he's in can be adjusted to change into a really big chair. He needs to start sitting up to begin to strengthen some muscles. After 30 minutes, he was spent.
A little later, he tried to tell us something and got real frustrated because we couldn't understand. Using the alphabet printed on a paper, he spelled out "morphine". He was in pain and has learned some of the magic words. He's now resting well.
Tomorrow, he gets the test to see if he can swallow fluids properly. It was planned for Monday, but an emergency at the hospital delayed it until tomorrow. It's a BIG day for him, so pray that all goes well.
Taylor told his Mother today that he wants to go home. She told him he would be going home, but he has to first get stronger. He then asked "How long?". Later, using the alphabet he spelled out "How long do I have to do this?". We can't bring ourselves to tell him the truth just yet. As he continues to come off some of the medication, and begins to talk and reason, we'll talk to him and tell him about the plan for his recovery. It's going to be very difficult for him. He is always "go, go, go" so this sudden stop is going to be depressing for him. But, we're with him every day, and we'll be there every single day until he's out of the hospital, finished with rehabilitation and back home. We'll be depending on his friends to help inspire him to work hard to he can get home sooner.
For those who haven't seen Taylor lately, you'd be really amazed at his progress. Yesterday, his Doctor described his continued recovery as "amazing" and "miraculous". This is the same Doctor Taylor flipped off, so at least he's a good sport!
Some of Taylor's visitors have stopped by when he's sleeping, so they haven't been able to share in the joy of seeing him smile when he sees a friend, or hold on tightly when a friend takes his hand. To be where we were during the first 10 days or so, and to see him now is truly miraculous.
Taylor loves to have company. But, he's probably tired of looking at us all day, every day.
Taylor has become the talk of the Medical Intensive Care Unit. Even the Nurses who haven't been assigned to him come by to check on him, and have all heard of the things he's doing so quickly.
He has already become a success story, and I know that his recovery will be used to inspire other families that will come into the Medical Intensive Care Unit long after we're gone. We were given hope by the staff telling us of other wonderful recoveries of other patients with similar injuries, so we know Taylor will be added to that list.
If you come by to visit, check the 5th Floor Waiting Room (M5) first, so see if we're there. If we're not there, we'll be with Taylor. The only other place we'll be is the cafeteria around lunchtime. Taylor can't have any visitors between 7am-9am or 7pm-9pm. That's shift change and the Nurses all gather to talk about what has happened and what will happen with Taylor.
8:43pm
Taylor sat up today - and he didn't like it. The bed he's in can be adjusted to change into a really big chair. He needs to start sitting up to begin to strengthen some muscles. After 30 minutes, he was spent.
A little later, he tried to tell us something and got real frustrated because we couldn't understand. Using the alphabet printed on a paper, he spelled out "morphine". He was in pain and has learned some of the magic words. He's now resting well.
Tomorrow, he gets the test to see if he can swallow fluids properly. It was planned for Monday, but an emergency at the hospital delayed it until tomorrow. It's a BIG day for him, so pray that all goes well.
Taylor told his Mother today that he wants to go home. She told him he would be going home, but he has to first get stronger. He then asked "How long?". Later, using the alphabet he spelled out "How long do I have to do this?". We can't bring ourselves to tell him the truth just yet. As he continues to come off some of the medication, and begins to talk and reason, we'll talk to him and tell him about the plan for his recovery. It's going to be very difficult for him. He is always "go, go, go" so this sudden stop is going to be depressing for him. But, we're with him every day, and we'll be there every single day until he's out of the hospital, finished with rehabilitation and back home. We'll be depending on his friends to help inspire him to work hard to he can get home sooner.
3 comments:
Hi, Im Jen Eisenman, My mom, Julie Eisenman, is one of your sons nurses, shes the "pretty blonde that he flirts with". All she talks about is your son, and she has very high hopes for him.I have never met him, but i did see him when i went to visit her this past saturday. Hes in good hands. I wanted to wish you and your family the best of luck. God bless.
Jen,
Your Mother is THE best! Taylor has been very lucky to get the care he has gotten, and your Mom is wonderful to him. There are times, like today, when he just needs comfort and to be told everything is OK. We always relax knowing Julie is with him.
Al
YOU GO TAYLOR!!! Its wonderful the things that our wonderful God does for us. He is watching and he has sure sent an ANGEL to be with Taylor. AMEN. We will continue to pray for you Taylor and your family as well. Love, MK
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