Good Morning!
I arrived at the hospital at 5;40am am to relive Carole from Dara duty. Carol was a hero last night, her nursing skills were put to work. She took great care of our girl. Dara was in pain and throwing up from the meds, Carole was there to make it as easy as possible.
At about 6:30am things took a turn for the better. Dara was able to hold down a few ice chips.
Dr. Mastrodimos came in at about 9am and checked out his handy work. Dr. M is a man who does not mince words, he told Dara that she was "very lucky" and he seemed to mean exactly that. She said thank you, thank you and he told her that she was really really welcome.
He wanted to see again for himself, her smile worked fine, her tongue in working although a little numb. After that she had a few bites of Jello and her status was changed from ICU to normal. Because of a lack of rooms she is remaining in ICU but she should be able to move around a bit by this eve. Her mom and dad have been in to see her for a few minutes.
Michele F and Cathy, Bill and Nancy are here for support and laughs.
She is still hurting quite a bit but she looks and sounds better every hour.
Thank you all for your posts, I will be reading her all the notes tonight.
Dara and I know how blessed we are and both feel like every prayer and good thought made a difference.
Art
20 comments:
Hi,
New name or now a last name for Willy is GONE!
Willy Gone ! Hoorah Hoorah!
Aunt & Uncle F !!
Dara,
You look great, for having surgery yesterday!!! I am so glad to here that you are able to hold clear liquids down. Thats wonderful....not only will that make you feel better, but also keep up your strength!! We are all rooting for you here!!! There are so many people praying for you, and hoping for a speedy recovery. You are very fortunate to have such a close nit of friends, family, and all the between!!! I'm pulling for you!! I love you!!
Charly
I'm so happy. You look great! Your a total superhero.
Jonathan
Hi Dara,
You don't know me. My sister Stephanie Simpson (formerly Moller) is friends with your sister Michelle. She sent me your blog address and I have been praying for you ever since. I'm so happy that you are doing well. As a 40 year old mother of 3 and I cannot imagine what it must have been like for you. I will keep you in my prayers for a speedy recovery!
Kristina Haynes
Friendswood Texas
Dara girl,
I get teary with joy everytime I read the post surgery entries in the blog. You are proof a a positive outlook and the power of prayer. Love you so much and look forward to a visit when you are home so the kiddies can play.
Steph
Wow girl, you really know how to work the head band look! I am so happy that the surgery is over and you're on the mend. Talk to you soon.
Wendy
Hey cutie! Want to borrow my collection of bandanas and scarves? I believe you are definitely color-coordinated dudette with the white gauze effect and the stylish hospital open-ENDED gown in appropriate drab gray... I am so proud of you and your courage and faith. Anna and John and Matt and families are all pulling for you and a speedy up 'n at em. Did the Dr. find any Simpson Funk in that hard head?
Sure do love you my dear.
TX Aunt Cathy
Dara!!!
FREE OF WILLY !!!
I AM VERY HAPPY TO HEAR AND I KEEP WATCHING AND READING. I AM IN DALLAS AND HAVE LOTS OF JOYFUL SMILES FOR YOU! GET YOUR REST!
GOD BLESS!
DAWN INCERTA
Dara,
I am trilled to hear you are on your way to a fine recovery. Your bravery, trust in God and spirit are an example to all. We love you and continue to send prayers for a speedy recovery your way.
Hugs and kisses,
Nicole, Buddy, Harrison, Nicholas and Katharine
Dara,
You have been blessed, my prayers will continue for you and your family.
When the doctor said you were "very lucky" I refer to that as very blessed.
May the lord continue to bless you and your family throught your recovery.
TB (Tommy)
god is so good. Your successful surgery gives me more faith our lord. He can do all things and we have no need to worry with god on our side.
Dara,
You are an amazing person. Keep being you and know lots of good kharma is being sent your way from texas. By you sharing your personal story and amazing spirit with so many of us, you are touching many lives. I would bet each of us reading your blogg are hugging/kissing our kids and spouse or loved ones just a little bit more each day. Thank you for reminding me how much I have to be thankful for and reminding me how precious life is. Praying hard for a full/speedy recovery.
Kelly (Fenimore) Gonzales
Mom of 2 yr old and 1 month old boys
Dara,
I am so thankful to hear you are doing so well after surgery. I was sending lots prayers your way from Baltimore. I read your blog (...cried through it is more like it) today. Your sense of humor, strength, faith, and love for your friends and family is truly inspirational!!! You are amazing women. I will be praying for your full and speedy recovery!! You take care of her Art, she truly is one of a kind !!!
Love ya,
Karen
God truly answers prayers. We will not stop praying until you are home with your lovely family to live life anew. You are awesome and your courage will help you as you recover from Willy surgery. Love from Pearland
Vanessa's Mom
Dara,
We couldn't be happier for you and your family. Good riddens Willy and we look forward to seeing at your home soon. Please let us know if you need anything.
All our love
The Haddad Family
Dara,
I can't remember the last time we spoke or saw each other, but from all of us back home in Pearland, Texas you are an inspiration. I can not begin to explain the effect your story has had on our family. It certainly brings back memories, I married Keri Mangham and we sometimes think about what life would have been like if her dad had not left us way to soon. What joy he would have found in our two precious daughters. The lord works in mysterious ways, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Rusty DeBorde
Don and I were so happy to hear that the surgery went well. It sounds like things are on a really good track. We just spoke to Janet, and she also wanted to send her best wishes and love.
Don and Elise
Dara,
Okay, I'm leaving tomorrow to go RV'ing (my goodness I'm getting old) all over Texas for spring break so I may not be able to post but please know your in my thoughts and prayers.
A little humor, Zoe was at the fridge and I said "what's up super duper" She said "don't call me super duper" I said "you are the super duper" She replied "You are the super duper pooper" Can't argue with that!!!!
Arty, thanks for giving this woman the love she deserves. Obviously, there are many more days to look forward too. I pray often and obviously it has paid off. Stay strong Bro. You're doing fantastic.
TB (Tommy)
What a triumph!!!!!!!!
Damn, what's your secret, Dara? Even post-op in the early a.m., it's impossible for you not to look anything but lovely!
We're sooo thrilled to hear that everything is working tickidi-boo and that your recovery is already on a great track.
Hoorah!
love, leah + arthur.
Praise the Lord! I am so happy to hear that things went so well, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers Dara!!
Shari (Parker) Curtis-Brown
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