Tuesday Details

Tuesday, June 3

It was Linda's turn to stay close, so she slept at a friend's near the hospital in case she was needed overnight. She arrived at the hospital around 9:00 a.m., and found that Doreen was about the same as the previous day: she acknowledged Linda's presence, but still had the breathing tube in. She stayed with her until the rest of the family arrived.

Judy, Karen and Carl joined Linda at the hospital around 11:00 a.m. When we walked into the room she immediately opened her eyes and acknowledged our presence by nodding and squeezing. She indicated that she was not in pain, but was having trouble lying still because she felt restless. (Can you imagine, Doreen is having trouble keeping still?!)

At around 1:00 p.m. we were shooed out of the room so they could remove the breathing tube. All went well with the removal. She is now breathing on her own. She has a very sore throat and will be coughing up all of the stuff that has built up over the last several days.

She is trying to communicate, but it is difficult. However, she can clearly indicate yes and no and she can even tell us simple things.

THIS IS A GOOD DAY! We are all feeling very thankful!