Day 3 - Father's Day

Once again we had Colleen as the ICU nurse during the day and she was wonderful.  I could tell she truly cared for Chelsea's comfort as if she were caring for her own child.  When she came in first thing in the morning she wrote "Happy Father's Day - Bryan" on the white board.  It hadn't even entered my my mind it was Father's Day.

Kelly called to check in and I told her that I would have the best Father's Day ever if we could just get through the day with Chelsea continuing to improve.  Well, for awhile I wasn't sure it was going to work out that way but it ended up great!  It was a mostly uneventful day.  Chelsea continued to rest under sedation and the reports from all of the doctors were positive.  No more issues with the bleeding through the NG tube all day.

For the most part, Stacye and I just hung out in the room reading, Blogging and planning the logistics of the next phase of this journey.  We were able to do a load of laundry yesterday at the Ronald McDonald House.  In the mad rush to get out the door, I only packed a few pair of jeans and a few t-shirts.  It's funny how the smallest of things can help take your mind off the heaviness of the situation.

I talked to Eric early in the afternoon.  He was going to go stay with his brother Stevie for the week.  It is such a comfort having a responsible young man that we don't have to worry about and who is being such a big help back home.  There have been so many people reaching out to help in any way they can.  We are so appreciative of everyone's offers. It really means a lot to know the little things at home are under control.

Late in the day Chelsea's blood pressure started to hold at a level slightly higher than the medical team liked.  The nurses and doctors collaborated to ty to determine the cause.  And as usual with Chels, nothing they were trying was having much impact. In fact, one medication made her flush like a sunburn. Chelsea, you are one complicated girl!  Finally by late evening they got the right mix of medications and everything settled back to a good level. Whew!

As I stated earlier, this would be the best Father's Day ever if we could get through the day with Chelsea continuing to improve.  I can't imagine ever having a better one.