It is approaching NOON and Emily has had a full half day.
8:00 am Ortho pulled the two drains on her leg, emphasis on "pull"
9:00 am Morning meds, which are down to very, very few
11:00 am Pain Management and Dr. Jones said, "let's pull the epidural". Emmy said, "okay". He also wished Emily well, asked her which was her "good leg" and she answered correctly and said, "BOTH".
11:15 am Physical Therapy was back for visit #3 this week and Emily stood at walker and went all the way to the hall. Many nurses and doctors were passing by and hugging and high five-ing Emily. Three cheers for the cheerleader. It was emotional, and we got it on ipad video. Emily walked on her new leg. It was emotional for Emily and she referenced this as her first steps, but I think she has taken so many. This was a significant one for sure, but they all matter. It was nice Diana, her very first M50 nurse was here, as we NEVER see her much with new assignments, shifts.
11:40 am - Time to pull the "foley" a.k.a. the "pee bag".
11:55 am - Dad walked in and Emily shouted out ... "Dad... I walked, I walked".
Amen.
Congratulations Emily!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteAna Pozuelo
What a week! So exciting to hear all this great news. You sure earned those high-fives! We are thrilled for you!
ReplyDeleteThe Coburns
hola guapa! I could not bee more happy!
ReplyDeleteYou've done a big progress!
I send you all my positive energy,keep close to your protector!!!
T'estimo
Judit
YAYAYAYAYAYAYAYYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAY! Love you, you strong, brave, wonderful young woman!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI have been reading your amazing blog. I live in university heights and went to gesu. I have never been so inspired, proud, excited, scared, and happy for anyone in my life. Thank u so much for sharon this AMAZING story. I continue to pray and send my love to u. Although we have never met. I truly feel that you and your family are the most strongest people I know. Keep fighting!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteyou have been given a gift that when you walk, it really means something..... you will stroll, breathe in the summer air... rustle in the fall leaves.... walk in the crunch snow and tip toe in the spring tulips.... you are amazing my friend... you are a blessing to your family and people who know you... hope you realize how blessed you are.
ReplyDeleteI got chills reading this! SO SO happy for you emily xoxo Jackie Cook
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