Late Night Update

Just talked to Dad. He got home after a long day and we had a chance to get all the details on Mom's surgery and how Kim is doing. (I was not able to make it up to the hospital this evening and while I talked to others who had it was great to get it right from the "horse's mouth".)

The surgery took about the full five hours and Mom spent three and half hours after that in recovery. The doctor was very pleased with what they were able to do. He completed everything he was hoping to do. He repaired the left and right feet and completed both of the things he wanted to on the right feet. Dad has x-rays showing all the pins and stuff for those of you who like that sort of thing. Much of the swelling had gone down and the skin health looked good - this was a concern going in. The doctor said he was glad they did the surgery on a Saturday. He got a good night's sleep the night before and hadn't worked a whole day before doing the surgery. Pastor was there and said, "there were a lot of folks praying that you got a good night's sleep." Your prayers were much appreciated!

Mom got back to her room about 8:00pm. She was hungry and ate some jello and half a PB&J sandwich. I pretty sure this is the first thing she has had to eat since the accident. It is great that her appetite is coming back. She has been moved from the four person room she was in to a semi-private room. Right now the second bed is empty. Dad said that Zack spent some time in it watching hockey tonight but I don't think he's a long term guest.

Speaking of Zack I got an update on his soccer tournament today. The first game they won by forfeit, The second game they won 2 to 1 and the third game they lost 4 to 2. According to Zack their opponent's in the third game were "the size of my Dad"(Kirk).

Kim continues to gain. Dad said she was up out of bed several time to go to the bathroom and is having real waking moments more and more. I have not heard further news about the blood on the brain - in the morning I'll talk to Becky and Kirk and get more info there.

Thanks for you prayers, visits and offers of help. It is much appreciated.

Dan