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Wednesday, August 29, 2007

Update from the waiting room 8/29/07

We're happy to report that yesterday Dana was doing so well the neuro surgeon decided to do the surgery on Dana's back. Dana did fabulous during the 6 hour surgery (Dr. D was very pleased) and Dana was back in his room resting last night.

Dana was alert when we saw him this morning and the nursing staff will begin sitting him up in the next couple of days.

We don't know the timing of the surgery on his left arm yet, but we'll keep you posted.

Yesterday was another amazing day in Dana's road to recovery. Thanks again for all of your tremendous support. Over and out from the waiting room.

34 comments:

Anonymous said...

That is such great news! Dana is such a strong person and it is showing in his recovery. Keep sending the good news!!
Love Jenn and Mike

Unknown said...

What wonderful news about the surgery! This is a HUGE hurdle to have cleared. Can't wait to see Dana and you all again after we return from Colorado.

Here's to the "yellow light" changing back to green. Keep the good news coming!

Love, Jon and Jillian

Anonymous said...

AWESOME NEWS!!

Doug, Lisa, Jeff, Kev, Ethan, Johnny!

Anonymous said...

Great news about the surgery! We are very excited to hear that it all went well!

Nate and Kathleen

Anonymous said...

That's teriffic news. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Nancy & John

Anonymous said...

That is absolutely wonderful news! Dana remains in my thoughts and prayers. You are all amazing...


Wishing you many blessings,

Connie English

Anonymous said...

Wonderful news on the back surgery!! We are so glad that Dana overcame this obstacle and that he was such a tough guy all the way through it!!

Sending you all much love,

Colleen & Eric

Anonymous said...

Wishing Dana and his family all the best as he continues to get stronger. My thoughts are prayers are with you Dana! I am so happy to hear the surgery went well; such wonderful news!

Amy Constanty

Romans said...

Dana is so amazing!!! He'll be beating me up on the tube in Keuka in no time!!

I can't wait!!

Romans

Anonymous said...

Dana will decimate any and all obstacles because he is awesome!

- Josh Lampman

Anonymous said...

We are so happy that Dana is making such good progress in his recovery. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
The Cavaluzzi's

Unknown said...

Keep up the good work Dana!! You are in our thoughts and prayers!!

The Sisti Family

Tanya said...

We are so happy that his back surgery went well. I just love hearing that he is continuing to get better. We all are keeping him in our thoughts and prayers. Keep staying strong!

Love,
Tanya, Jim, Chase, Lydia & Haley

Anonymous said...

thats great news

the johnsons

mamakraft said...

What wonderful news to hear that surgery was successful and that Dana is doing so well! The power of prayer surely is awesome. We are continuing to pray for all of you and we hope you are all filled with peace. We look forward to the report on Dana sitting up bossing the nurses around!
Dan and Cathy Kraft

Anonymous said...

Dana and his family just continue to amaze and please us. So happy the surgery went so well. Prayer is powerful. Joe and Jackie

Anonymous said...

Dana - we are praying for your speedy recovery. My husband, David, has had 7 surgeries in the last 3 years and continues his daily PT. If anything we have all learned patience and faith. So be patient and have faith. All the best!
Jill (Ian's aunt) and the Luthers

Missi said...

I am so glad that Dr. D was able to be successful. I am sure this made him VERY happy. It is such amazing news to hear how great Dana is doing. Keep up the great work, DB!
I love you guys, and will hopefully be there soon, if I don't get put back on doggie duty!

Anonymous said...

Great news! Congratulations - you all continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

Alyssa George

Anonymous said...

its awsome to hear they finially were able to do the back surgry. Sorry i cant be there. your in my thoughts and your the strongest person i know. keep fighting

Anonymous said...

Great news! Keep it up!

The Bronson Family

Maribeth said...

We are delighted that Dana did so well today. Hang in there cause once they sit him up there will be no stopping the progress he will make. Till then our prayers are with you.

The Gabaree's
Mike, Maribeth, Erin and Bud

Unknown said...

We are completely thrilled to keep hearing good news!!!

I was in Ithaca today, and was very happy to see Jessy on the Commons with a friend. That means that Dana is really doing well enough for her to leave!!!

Our prayers remain with all of you.

Roz DuBois and family

Anonymous said...

YAY DANA!!!

Lauren Casullo said...

Yeah!!! It is wonderful to check in and see such great news! Keep it going Dana!
Love,
The Casullo's

THE WIPFLERS said...

God has certainly been listening to our prayers. Dana, you are a true inspiration to all of us who love you. Thank you to all those who continue to keep everyone updated.
Keep the good reports coming!
Love, Jack, JoAnne and Betsy

Tom&Char said...

Just read the latest update- so glad to hear the surgery went well!! We continue to think of all of you and keep you in our prayers-

Tom and Charlotte

Anonymous said...

Such miracles happening right in front of your eyes! Did you think 2 weeks ago that they would be talking about sitting him up already? Fantastic! Keep it coming, Dana!
Love Laura and Bill

Beth said...

Thank God!!!!
We love you !!!
Beth, Rick, Adam, Abbey, Ellen

Anonymous said...

Glad to read encouraging news so often. Give my best to Dana. For the rest of you -- remember to take care of yourselves. Waiting rooms and visiting times can be a gruelling as a trek across the nation. Hang in there and keep supporting each other as well as Dana.

Best wishes, Bill Murray

Anonymous said...

Very happy to hear this news. You should also be happy to hear that the house has not burned down and the dogs are as lively as always. Best to Dana and everyone there. You all continue to be in my thoughts often.

Ryan

Anonymous said...

Great news! God bless your family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

The Escudero's

Anonymous said...

Dear Dana & Rick,
We have been calling the hospital every morning to inquire about the improvement in his health. The success of his back surgery was a great news and we hope the other operations will go smothly. We pray for his speedy recivery.
With kind regards,
Chandra & Seethapathy

Anonymous said...

We would like to let Dana and Family know that the Connelly Clan is praying for you and our thoughts are with you. Keep strong and God Bless!