I wondered why I was getting a silly look as I walked down the hall. Anyone who comes in the doors gets a glance because of the nature of the floor. The respirator therapist was with him. He wanted in his room and ignored my plea for a kiss. I told him that I would not move him until I got one!
On the walk to his room, Linda informed me that he had taken his track out again last night. I think I have lost count of the times he has taken it out. One of the nurses said that if they hadn't called an emergency or if they had called Dr. Berenstein - Steve's DR he would have said to just leave it out. But instead - they put it back in again. Oh my, enough is enough. For real it IS coming out tomorrow - following the correct procedure! Steve's story is this and you can choose to believe it or not. He claims he was coughing and he "threw up" and coughed it out. He wiped it with a towel and it came out. WHATEVER! He even told the one nurse Lior to give him the benefit of the doubt. Boy, he knows just what to say.
Today he had a good day at OT (occupational therapy). Ken was really impressed with what he was able to do. Steve said that he has been practicing! He was able to sit on the mat with just Ken helping balancing him. That was much better than before when I saw him. Ashley was trying to do something with a balancing table and trying to work on standing, but he was in pain. I'm sure she'll try again.
The big news was this afternoon Mr. Steve SHAVED!! That's right - shaved himself. I'm not sure whether he saw his face because all he could say was - is that as good a mirror as you have.
He sees blurry but I guess his face wasn't going anywhere so it was pretty easy. It really looks a bit funny - he shaved the middle of his chin but didn't finish the rest. Ken said they would finish it tomorrow. I sent along a picture of this momentous occasion! At church we have a spring drama and they always need bearded men - sorry Barbie, Steve will not be ready now!
I will share some more goodies tomorrow.
We love you all!
Mr. Steve and family
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Dear Mrs. Steve,
Praise the LORD!! This picture is a keepsake, how wonderful for Mr. Steve to be able to do this task. God is so GOOD!! This is another answered prayer! Mr. Steve looks good! We know how much he wants that Trache to come out, he was just helping to take it out 1 day earlier. Ha! Ha! OK, now to be more serious, we will definitely pray that everything goes well tomorrow. Thank you for the picture, and your dedication to keep us informed. Much love to you, you are truly a MATURE Christian. Thinking about you as Pastor Jason and Pastor Dave were speaking on Sunday. You give us so much ENCOURAGEMENT!!
Our Love, The Kerrs
He looks really good!! So much better than when we saw him last! -J
Wow he looks good! Thanks for sharing a picture with us. We are still praying for him and the rest of you. Keep the pictures coming if you can. Gives us even more to pray for.
Love,
Laura
Love the picture! Benjamin thougth it wasn't fair that every one else could see his incision but him. If he had to go thhrough this he at least wanted to be able to enjoy the gore.Boys :) Benj. would be happy to talk with Steve - If you call 1st. around 6 - 6:30 PM he can tell you when he can talk - he's working 7 days a week.
I mentioned that S. had some visual disturbances -B.asked if S. saw things that weren't there and things from the past. He said this unfortunatly is normal. Loving you all and keeping watch with you. linda
Thanks for the picture! He really doesn't look as bad as I thought he would! :) Glad he got to shave... I bet that was really good for him!
Still praying...
Keep trusting...
~Julie
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