The Docs were able to complete the skin graft surgery on Dana's left arm this afternoon. The surgery took a couple of hours and Dana returned to D319 late this afternoon. Everything went well and Dana woke up around 5:30 pm.
While the skin graft heals, the next two goals for Dana are to start eating on his own and to be weaned off the vent. He has been having a hard time swallowing with the trach tube in, but he is getting the hang of it. After he woke up, he ate a little jello and sipped a small glass of water. We've got some sherbet in the frig/freezer in his room (how convenient) so I'm sure he'll try that a little later this evening.
The Docs are working to wean Dana off the vent. It's a gradual process. I'm sure Dana will be elated when the trach tube can be removed.
Today was yet another great day on Dana's road to recovery. To quote one of the Docs "he is nothing short of miraculous ". What can I say, I'm his mom, I agree!
Our continued gratitude and thanks to all of you who have given us so much strength, hope, support and encouragement. Repeat after me......... I believe in miracles! Good night from the waiting room. Linda (Mama Carr)
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I think we can all agree with the doctor!!! Dana has proven that everyday to all of us. So glad to get yet another positive update. Hoping that now Dana will start resting more at night and that all of you can do the same. Still always in my thoughts and prayers...
Aunt Andrea
What great news! We are thinking about you over here on the west coast. Keep up the great work, Dana!
Becca (Kotacska) Palmer, Hhds Class of 1997
We are so excited about Dana's progress - you all continue to be in our hearts and prayers.
Please let us know if you need any help at the cottage....
Carol and Dave Miller
Been checking in daily and see everything is going extremely well! After making the trip up day two it sounds like the progress has been nothing shy of amazing. Keep up with the progression as I am looking forward to another run down Middle Rd.
Pierce
From your Grandma...
Keep up the good work...we are anxious to see you this morning. I'm gonna seranade ya! My prayers and thoughts are right there with you.
Love you
Since Dana has become so good at giving the 'thumbs up' to things he likes, we are all sending him a 'GREAT BIG THUMBS UP'!!!!! And we've been beleiving in miracles for a little more than 3 weeks now! Thank you again for the updates. Praying for Dana, Courtney and all the rest of you everyday.
The valley people
More great news - what progres! Rick, thanks for your time to chat last week. Good to hear from you directly - really impressive to hear of the strength by all involved. Inspiring is the word that comes to mind. Linda, we belive in miracles too!
Doug, Lisa, Jeff, Kev, Ethan, and Johnny.
It's not a miracle - its just Dana being Dana!! We will see you guys soon!!
Dex, Nicole, D4 and Ava
It's Sara's birthday today, and this news will be her best present!
Roz
God is so good!! Thrilled to hear of all of Dana's progress. LiveStrong Dana.
Great news! I have had the pleasure of working with Dana during the past five years. In that time he has shown the strength and determination that will serve him well in his recovery. Stay strong Dana.
You are always in our thoughts and prayers.
Dick and Vickie Bourg
Dana and Family,
Awesome news that is great to hear. Keep up the good work and in due time all will be better and you will be back doing what you love and enjoy. God Bless and keep getting better.
Manwaring's
So glad to hear the surgery went well. Dana has amazing stamina - as do you all. Friends of mine at work are praying for you. Positive energy is coming your way. Keep the info coming. It is much appreciated.
Love from the Lakes
Been checking in everyday. Hang in there guys. I know it seems like eternity, but this to shall pass. Oh the stories you will have to tell (at least try to think like that for now)
Love,
Dick and Dixie
We never had a doubt that Dana couldn't do it! We are so proud of his accomplishments. Stay strong and positive. Feel all the enery from everyone who loves you and embrace it! Prayers are always with you. The Larkins
We all know that Dana's recovery is nothing short of a miracle. Dan and I cannot tell you all how wonderful it is to read about his progress. Dana, You're amazing!!! Keep it up!!!
Love,
The Casullo's
Glad to hear Your doing so well. But We Knew You would. Because You have the Prayers from a lot of people including Your Caledonia Family. Keep up the Good Work. Love, Aunt Kathy and Uncle Jim
Dana, My prayers are with you my friend. Jessica, Mr and Mrs Carr, and Courtney, I'm so glad he has you by his side. I'm so happy to hear about the amazing progress!
S. K. Duggal
As Marie had mentioned in her note..We here in the Vet Acctg Svc Ctr are for sure thinking and praying for Dana's recovery everyday. I check this website nightly from home and sometimes here at work to see how he is doing. Great improvement! God Bless..Darlene
Awesome news!! I do not think that there was any doubt that Dana would pull through this. Keep up the good work Dana, you are such a fighter and such an inspiration to us all!!!
Love Jenn and Mike
Thank you all for keeping us up on progress. Great going Dana - so glad you are doing so well. You have made it this far - we are sure you can complete the journey! Cam,Tina (she wanted you to know she wishes you her best!), and my prayers continue to be with you all.
Love,
Linda S.
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