This morning started off a little grumpy. Matthew doesn't do very well early. We had our chat about feeling better if you get moving and doing things instead of laying in bed. His surgeon came today to spent lots of time discussing his appendix, his abcesses and course of treatment. We like him very much. Here is a wierd thing, in addition to Matthew's appendix being in a different place, it was shaped like a tennis racquet. Clogged at the proximal end by the colon and ballooned out distally with infection. Unfortunately, the appendix fell apart when he pulled it through the incision. That could be the reason for the slower than normal recovery. So to make sure he doesn't have to be readmitted again, we will be here until Wednesday to get the strong antibiotics. I think that is a good idea, eventhough I would love to be home with my girls too.
Matthew perked up a little had a small lunch and did some good walking today. We had a visit from Justin a friend of Sarah's (and ours too!) We had a nice time. His pain level is less and we are going to try and take pain meds when he starts to feel pain more than a 3 or 4 on a scale of 10. So far so good. Later, Matthew had a chicken strip, pretty much the only good thing in the cafeteria other than the soft serve ice cream I have grown to love! He liked it too. Had some chocolate milk.
Jeff texted me earlier today that the Air Force has cleared him to come home tomorrow instead of Wednesday night. That makes us happy. He will arrive in GR at 5 pm. Mary and Sarah will pick him up and then bring him here to the hospital where Matthew wants to have a Papa John' pizza party with the family! Sounds fun. Hope his appetite keeps getting better.
Sarah just called me to inform me that MCLC softball team won their game tonight. It was another close one, 12-11 with a few petty issues from the other team. She described the coach and I know who she is talking about. For some of the churches, you'd think we were playing for the pennant. Why are some teams so worried about little things. Just play ball and have fun! Seem to be so susupicious like we are trying to cheat to win. So silly.
Mary received 4 awards this morning. I am glad that my mom, cousins and friends were able to watch online or root for her in person. Two drama awards, Director Choice Award and a scholarship, Directors Choice Award from the Vocal Department and Clark Oliver Award from the Orchestra Director. We are very proud. Mary spent time with her friend on this warm/hot afternoon. Guess they went riding in the 'stang and walked on the trail after getting some ice cream. Sounds like a fun afternoon!
Matthew just got back from his evening walk, and we are watching some TV together. Hope this good days turns into a great day tomorrow!
Gracie
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