Today is day 21 since my surgery. The NG tube came out Tuesday, after which I spent a day in a state of semi-nausea (I know, TMI.) Today I began a liquid diet, starting with clear liquids and progressing to full. So far, so good. The nutrition IV will end tonight, so perhaps tomorrow I will actually feel hungry enough to eat more than a few bites.
If tomorrow goes well, with all that entails regarding how the various components of my digestive system continue to re-learn how to work in co-operation, I may be going home Saturday or Sunday. Glory Hallelujah!
My cousins John and Joyce were an invaluable support during the past few days. They have returned home to Tennessee, but have been replaced by John's sister, Cindy. Cindy and I lived our early childhoods as neighbors and she is like a sister to me. It's good to have family.
Next post (I hope) will be written from 619 North Street.
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Hi Ed,
ReplyDeleteThis is progress! I'm sure that it is going to take a while for your system to get back to normal, or to whatever the new normal will be. Glad to hear this and hope that you are back in Decorah ASAP!
all the best,
David
Congratulations on all the new 'developments!' The little things in life certainly do count, huh?! I am so glad that you will soon be coming home. Don't overdo and be sure you are ready for that car ride.
ReplyDeletelove,
-dp