Today went pretty well. Laura's body seemed to respond properly to the few things she ate and drank. She went from water and cranberry juice to soup and custard today. A different doctor actually told Laura that he was switching her to an all-solid diet this morning, and Laura decided that was too fast and went with what is called a "full liquid diet" for now.
There was a point today when the changes were too much for Laura. It's been such a slow process, so to be told that she is now on solid foods, swallowing any medication instead of through the I.V., no longer getting any pancreas medicine and she is off of antibiotics was more than she could handle today. You would think these would all be good signs, but this is the same doctor that made a lot of changes two weeks ago in one day and Laura got worse. So, we were both a bit nervous about all the changes happening so fast without really being talked to about it. Laura ended up speaking up and telling them that she would prefer a "full liquid" diet and that she would also prefer her pain medication to go through the IV as needed. The nurses were great with those things, but it made for an interesting afternoon.
So, on one of our walks back and forth through the second floor I reminded Laura that at some point she DOES have to not take the pancreas medicine anymore and that God is ultimately in control of her body. She agreed and began to tell me that as she is slowly getting better she feels like she can't hear Him as clearly as she did when she first got to the hospital. This has been heavy on her heart for a few days now, and she is able to be honest with God about how she feels. I know He blesses her with the right people and opportunities when these feelings come up to help strengthen her again. We spent a lot of time talking about her spirit today, and that was really good. Hard, but good. Towards the end of the day she saw Holly, and I know that spending time with Holly produces a fruit that is very sweet in the hearts of both of them. It's really great to witness.
The best news came today when we were told that they are hoping Laura will be home by the end of the week. I can't tell you how that makes me feel. It actually makes me a little nervous and excited--a bit like a first date. But it will be a blessed moment to have Laura see the kids and walk through that door. A Praise that I can't even explain clearly. The road ahead is still unknown, but God has been so good from day one. Laura was told, "God has already healed you" and I certainly agree. It is such a wonderful emotion compared to the realness of the situation 2 weeks ago. You have all played a huge role in this with your prayers and endless support. Please continue to pray for Laura and the kids as we press on through this. Thank you so much!
Jason
There was a point today when the changes were too much for Laura. It's been such a slow process, so to be told that she is now on solid foods, swallowing any medication instead of through the I.V., no longer getting any pancreas medicine and she is off of antibiotics was more than she could handle today. You would think these would all be good signs, but this is the same doctor that made a lot of changes two weeks ago in one day and Laura got worse. So, we were both a bit nervous about all the changes happening so fast without really being talked to about it. Laura ended up speaking up and telling them that she would prefer a "full liquid" diet and that she would also prefer her pain medication to go through the IV as needed. The nurses were great with those things, but it made for an interesting afternoon.
So, on one of our walks back and forth through the second floor I reminded Laura that at some point she DOES have to not take the pancreas medicine anymore and that God is ultimately in control of her body. She agreed and began to tell me that as she is slowly getting better she feels like she can't hear Him as clearly as she did when she first got to the hospital. This has been heavy on her heart for a few days now, and she is able to be honest with God about how she feels. I know He blesses her with the right people and opportunities when these feelings come up to help strengthen her again. We spent a lot of time talking about her spirit today, and that was really good. Hard, but good. Towards the end of the day she saw Holly, and I know that spending time with Holly produces a fruit that is very sweet in the hearts of both of them. It's really great to witness.
The best news came today when we were told that they are hoping Laura will be home by the end of the week. I can't tell you how that makes me feel. It actually makes me a little nervous and excited--a bit like a first date. But it will be a blessed moment to have Laura see the kids and walk through that door. A Praise that I can't even explain clearly. The road ahead is still unknown, but God has been so good from day one. Laura was told, "God has already healed you" and I certainly agree. It is such a wonderful emotion compared to the realness of the situation 2 weeks ago. You have all played a huge role in this with your prayers and endless support. Please continue to pray for Laura and the kids as we press on through this. Thank you so much!
Jason
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