It's 10:25 am Monday morning and I'm sitting in a chair and writing this note to you. I know that you have been praying for me and it means more to me than I can express in words. Saturday was obviously my hardest day although it started out just fine. I had no anxiety because I knew that the Lord had sent us here and that nothing would go wrong. I had a hard time coming out of the surgery meds and had allot of pain but the pain felt like it was mostly from the surgery and not the usual pain that I've been having. I was in the ICU until 5pm yesterday Sunday for us, the Doctor came and saw me about noon and He let me get up and walk cause I was already tired of the bed. I'm having to wear a soft collar and I think that with that and the pillow I wasn't able to find a comfortable place in bed although I did rest very well while in ICU. Last night they moved me back to a regular private room and I was very sore probably until about 1am. I put in my ipod and started listening to some of me favorite songs that tell of how wonderful our God is. I got a little sleep last night probably only about 3 hrs. but since breakfast I've been feeling really good. My throat is feeling some better and I can swallow easier. They are letting me get up whenever I want to but they want someone with me in case I get quizy, but so far I haven't had a problem with that. I had been difficult to sit up or stay up for very long because I felt like I couldn't hold up my neck but I've been up for about 45min. now and am doing pretty good. The Doctor hasn't been here yet today so I'm not sure how long I'll be in the hospital, I figure at least one more day maybe two depending on what he thinks. The last think I'll mention is the pain meds. I've been slowing decreasing the amount of morphine and today I've only had to use it after I ate and once earlier cause I was having hot flashes (withdrawal systems I'm sure) anyway pray that I can come off the meds but in a wise fashion. I know this has been quite long but some of you wanted to know what I've been doing.
Love ya all,
Richard
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glad to hear from you! and thanks for the update this morning, Robyn. I shared the news with the Visalia church today and we are all praying for a speedy recovery. Just wanted to say Hi and let you know that you guys are in our thoughts and prayers. Richard - just "say" yes and no :) love Mike & Twila. I'm relaying your blogs to Mom & Ranchos all say hi and send their love, too.
ReplyDeleteHi Richard, glad you are doing as well as you are already. We hope and pray you will continue to progress and get stronger every day. God bless and keep you, give our love to Robyn, Esther and John
ReplyDeleteI left a message earlier but do not see it so I will try again. Lorri brought the twins to church and we all went to lunch together. They seem to be doing good. I am glad Richard is already feeling better. Sarah and I are already missing you. Take care. Love Lynn
ReplyDeleteHi Richard and Robyn! So good to hear from you. We were praying for you at church and to come back home and get this message was a blessing. We are continuing to pray for a full and speedy recovery. Give each other a hug from us. We love you lots! Jon and Kali
ReplyDeleteNew Hope in Keyes rejoices along with many others for answered prayer about Richard. As God is so good may His blessings keep comming to you and your family.
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