Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Another day, another step forward!!!

Not only did Gerad get moved into the room next door, but he has a real crib now, which makes him look small.

He was wearing his touque (hat) again. The nurse said that his cathedar is out now and maybe his chest drain will come out today too! His oxygen level was a bit low overnight so they did have to insert a temporary oxygen tube in his nostrils just till he can maintain his own levels by himself. Other than that the nurses are happy with him, they said he had a good night and seems comfortable.
So, if all goes well, maybe within a few days they can go up to the fourth floor, which means a room with just mom, dad and baby!!!! And where holding and hugging is greatly encouraged!!!
They continue to lower his medications to slowly wean him off.


Behold,
the Lord's hand is not shortened,
that it cannot save;
neither His ear heavy,
that it cannot hear.
Isaiah 59:1

3 comments:

Unknown said...

Well, well, well, I guess we will see you on the fourth floor then Mom, Dad and the Little Man.....

De slaperige famile Bos

Unknown said...

Dear Marvin and Hannie,It is good to hear that things are going good with Gerad.We hope that things will keep going the right direction for both of you and Gerad!Love Sjaak,Wilma and the kids.

tante Bou said...

***GRIETJE WROTE***


Dear Hannie, Marvin and 'skatjen',

Johan and I had a safe flight back home.
I am very thankfull for the time we could spend together.
The poem about 'our father knows what's best for us'
did a lot of stirring within.
Opoe bos allways used to say 'tel eerst je zegeningen en dan wat je tekort komt'.
When I heard the news that Gerad was off the ventilator,
I just wanted to fly right back and take a peek at him.
Gerad is treasured in all our hearts, and with all the updates here we feel as if we are still there.
Be strong
Love Grie and family