Friday afternoon/evening:
The paralytic didn't get turned off until this afternoon at about 4:10pm. Bette was told that it would wear off in about an hour and, sure enough, one hour later Mike started to wake up! He was answering yes/no questions and wanted a drink of water (he didn't get it due to the trach) He got a dose of vitamin K because he was oozing all over. Bette says that Mike has one little patch of red hair between the graft they did yesterday and the one from the week before. He might have some eyebrows and possibly some eyelashes. He has a bulky dressing on the back of his head so it protects the graft there. They had him sitting up a little today and he was able to cough up a lot of secretions.

The nurses got a lovely surprise from Diana in Texas! Godiva Chocolates!!! yummy! The nursing staff was totally happy! Thank you! Thank you thank you!!!!

The water to the house in Pocatello was turned off today because there was a leak. Chris has been so wonderful to watch over the demo and repairs. He thinks that some plumbing needs to be done and he will rewire and update the electrical system. It sounds like the insulation in the attic needs to be removed and replaced. He's also taking care of the garden and Gypsy, Bette's dog.

Bette was going to try to stay for shift change and meet the pm staff. She usually gets run off due to visiting hours. Hopefully she can put a face to the names. Here's wishing Michael a healing and peaceful evening.
More later,
and so we go
JaCee