Sunday, October 16, 2011

Day 39.

We are, thank God, nearing the end of the road for surgeries. Aaron will have his skin grafts done on Monday. We might only be two surgeries away from this part being over. He has not faced infection in weeks and his mental state is great. Our biggest concern right now is that some doctors think he might have a moderate TBI and therefore we'll be temporarily transferred out-of-state to another facility. I am weary of this simply because of the meds he's on and the fact that he's had 3 surgeries a week almost the whole time he's been here. There are a lot of outside factors I feel are affecting him, and it feels premature to judge his TBI status. But also, I realize my limitation- his personality is so in tact that I might not see everything clearly. However, his base line isn't far off from where he is now. I am going to find out what the doctors expect out of him, what the results can be, and where they think he was beforehand. So we'll see how that goes.

We're getting to a point where we want to work on our marriage. It's time to start growing as a couple with this, and I look forward to it. It's going to be a dance, but I know we'll figure it out soon enough. It's very much an "emotional space" issue. That's the best way I know to explain it.

I'm good. We're good. And I hope to write more regularly. I miss it. I actually miss my life up at Fort Drum tremendously, which isn't surprising. That place is full of wonderful, wonderful women.

9 comments:

  1. It is so awesome to hear that things are moving forward, in a positive direction. The courage, determination, and perseverance from both You and Aaron is amazing and inspiring. Thank you for keeping us posted on the journey.

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  2. I'm so happy to hear that things are looking up. As crass as it sounds, let them make every diagnosis they want; it may be necessary in the future for insurance & such.

    Hang in there! Prayers coming your way....

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  3. Miss you and I am glad everything is going well!! Talk to you soon :-)

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  4. So glad that things are going well and that the surgeries are almost over! I think about y'all every day, and stalk your facebook often. ;)

    Love your new blog look! I'm glad things are settling down and giving you more time to write. I think writing things out helps so much, and we love hearing from you!

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  5. I am glad that things are looking up. I Am glad you have more time to write. I will continue to pray for you both.

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  6. Great to hear good news from you guys. Tons of blessings to you both!

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  7. I'm so glad to hear that things are progressing well; I wish you both the very best!

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  8. So happy to hear that things are looking good and that the surgeries are almost over. Still praying and sending good wishes your way!

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  9. I just wanted you to know that I am still thinking about you guys and praying for you! You are amazing, xoxo

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