Wednesday Morning Update

Hi everyone,

Curt is making steady progress toward going home! He tried some solid food (spinach omelette) this morning, and so far, so good. The pain is much, much better, and he had a good morning (including a walk down the hall). He doesn't like the way the pain medicine makes him feel, so he has gone without it for about 24 hours and the pain is bearable.

He said his first shower this morning made him feel like a new man! (The things we take for granted, right?) Activity still takes a lot out of him, as up to this morning he's only been having juices or broth, oatmeal, etc. They call it a "full liquid" diet, and for him milk products are not included so it really limits the menu. I think when he gets back to a regular diet and starts having more protein intake we'll see him gain a lot of strength. We're trying to let him sleep as much as possible without interruptions- it seems to be refreshing and healing.

The surgeon says he should be able to go home on Friday, so that was good news as well. Thank you so much again for all of the prayers that you have offered up for Curt during these last two and a half weeks. We have walked through so many crisis moments, and it was your faithful prayers that helped to carry us through. We are forever grateful!!

Love you,
Patti