All is well in Atlanta today. Dana was given the ok to transfer out of ICU. A long awaited step back in the right direction. He is back on the second floor, (Rehab floor),just in a different room. A room with a window view!! Room 216 C.
The morning was filled with some rehab sessions including some weight training. The afternoon, a game of SORRY!! Courtney vs. Dana......and after a long fun game, Dana reigned as champion!(just barely). Dana is up in his chair now, getting ready for some liquid dinner. We look forward to a restful weekend. Full rehab starts again on Monday. Dana needs to be rested! Hope all of you have a great fall weekend!
Signing off for now,
Courtney and Dana
Friday, October 12, 2007
Thursday, October 11, 2007
An Update from The Shepherd Center
Hi All!!
Tonight we wanted to take the time to update everyone on the past few days. Overall Dana has had a very restful week thus far. He remains in the ICU following the abdominal surgery but, not for long. His trach tube has been plugged and Dana is able to talk. As you can imagine he has alot to say. Reading lips gets old and tedious after awhile. Needless to say, it is great to hear his voice.
Several of his abdominal staples were removed and the drain in his belly is gone. One by one he is getting rid of all the tubes and monitoring devices he has accumulated.
Dana has been sitting up in his chair for hours at a time. He is getting stronger by the minute and it is so insipiring to watch. Meals consist of liquids for now, soon... that too should be a thing of the past. His intestines are finally working again and he looks forward to solid food when the okay is given.
Therapy continue to take place, just on a limited basis.
The arm surgery that was originally scheduled for today has been postponed until further notice. The surgeon needed to travel out of town on an unexpected basis.
The cards and emails are very encouraging for Dana to read. We both thank everyone for the kind words, cards, emails, packages, phone calls etc. It is people like you that make each day brighter for us! Hugs... Dana and Courtney
Tonight we wanted to take the time to update everyone on the past few days. Overall Dana has had a very restful week thus far. He remains in the ICU following the abdominal surgery but, not for long. His trach tube has been plugged and Dana is able to talk. As you can imagine he has alot to say. Reading lips gets old and tedious after awhile. Needless to say, it is great to hear his voice.
Several of his abdominal staples were removed and the drain in his belly is gone. One by one he is getting rid of all the tubes and monitoring devices he has accumulated.
Dana has been sitting up in his chair for hours at a time. He is getting stronger by the minute and it is so insipiring to watch. Meals consist of liquids for now, soon... that too should be a thing of the past. His intestines are finally working again and he looks forward to solid food when the okay is given.
Therapy continue to take place, just on a limited basis.
The arm surgery that was originally scheduled for today has been postponed until further notice. The surgeon needed to travel out of town on an unexpected basis.
The cards and emails are very encouraging for Dana to read. We both thank everyone for the kind words, cards, emails, packages, phone calls etc. It is people like you that make each day brighter for us! Hugs... Dana and Courtney
Sunday, October 7, 2007
"ICU Crashers" by Dana Carr
(The following blog is a group effort, with Dana as head writer, or dictator as the case may be, enjoy everyone!)
Today, my day started early. When I woke up, the doctors came in and checked on me. They weened me off my vent setting, and I am breathing on my own, but keeping the trach collar on as a precautionary measure, and also because I look so good in it. Once awake, and talking with the doctors, I asked if I could sit in my chair, and around 9am, my request was granted!
Around 10:30, Jessy, Court and Brittany arrived to see me sitting up and watching some good Sunday morning pregame football news on ESPN. We all hung out and talked for awhile, recapping our night, and then we turned the ICU room into a great little movie theatre, all cuddled up and watched Wedding Crashers.
After sitting in my chair for 6 hours, (yay!) Dana decided to get back in bed and take a nap, and the girls grabbed a quick bite to eat.
After such a major abdominal surgery my belly is starting to heal! The doctors are able to hear my intestines and stomach moving. Slowly, but surely I'm healing up!
When the girls came back from their lunch, we had a "spa day." We did a hospital version of a mani/pedi! and got Dana all cleaned up. Everyone here today has told Dana how lucky he is to have 3 pretty girls looking after him all day.
At 5:30, the ICU nurses decided we had "crashed" long enough, and worn out our welcome, and asked to leave for a few hours. Though slightly disappointed, we understood, because they have been pretty good about us breaking the visiting hours most days.
We are all back together now, talking and sharing a few laughs. Dana is yawning, so we are pretty confident he will get some good rest tonight. He's looking forward to watching the Cowboys play tomorrow night, and also to get back to the floor and out of the ICU.
Thanks as always for everyone's support! We've had a really positive weekend full of good health, lots of laughs, and really enjoying each other's company. The kids haven't been able to hang out together in awhile!
"Thank you everyone for the support and the cards. They really help keep me motivated to work hard and get better." -Dana
"Although Dana is still on antibiotics and IV nutrition, he is making huge gains everyday. He looks forward to a great week ahead!" -The girls, with approval from the Boss...aka. Dana.
We love you guys!@ Keep the support coming!
Love,
Dana, Courtney, Jessy and Brittany!
P.S. During our break from the hospital tonight, Courtney, Brittany and I were discussing our friends from Albany Med, the Ferraro's and Kitsock's. We checked the blogs and want you to know you are still in our thoughts and prayers! We miss seeing you on a daily basis. Dana has heard all about both your families! Live Strong!
Today, my day started early. When I woke up, the doctors came in and checked on me. They weened me off my vent setting, and I am breathing on my own, but keeping the trach collar on as a precautionary measure, and also because I look so good in it. Once awake, and talking with the doctors, I asked if I could sit in my chair, and around 9am, my request was granted!
Around 10:30, Jessy, Court and Brittany arrived to see me sitting up and watching some good Sunday morning pregame football news on ESPN. We all hung out and talked for awhile, recapping our night, and then we turned the ICU room into a great little movie theatre, all cuddled up and watched Wedding Crashers.
After sitting in my chair for 6 hours, (yay!) Dana decided to get back in bed and take a nap, and the girls grabbed a quick bite to eat.
After such a major abdominal surgery my belly is starting to heal! The doctors are able to hear my intestines and stomach moving. Slowly, but surely I'm healing up!
When the girls came back from their lunch, we had a "spa day." We did a hospital version of a mani/pedi! and got Dana all cleaned up. Everyone here today has told Dana how lucky he is to have 3 pretty girls looking after him all day.
At 5:30, the ICU nurses decided we had "crashed" long enough, and worn out our welcome, and asked to leave for a few hours. Though slightly disappointed, we understood, because they have been pretty good about us breaking the visiting hours most days.
We are all back together now, talking and sharing a few laughs. Dana is yawning, so we are pretty confident he will get some good rest tonight. He's looking forward to watching the Cowboys play tomorrow night, and also to get back to the floor and out of the ICU.
Thanks as always for everyone's support! We've had a really positive weekend full of good health, lots of laughs, and really enjoying each other's company. The kids haven't been able to hang out together in awhile!
"Thank you everyone for the support and the cards. They really help keep me motivated to work hard and get better." -Dana
"Although Dana is still on antibiotics and IV nutrition, he is making huge gains everyday. He looks forward to a great week ahead!" -The girls, with approval from the Boss...aka. Dana.
We love you guys!@ Keep the support coming!
Love,
Dana, Courtney, Jessy and Brittany!
P.S. During our break from the hospital tonight, Courtney, Brittany and I were discussing our friends from Albany Med, the Ferraro's and Kitsock's. We checked the blogs and want you to know you are still in our thoughts and prayers! We miss seeing you on a daily basis. Dana has heard all about both your families! Live Strong!
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