Small Steps of Progress

Greetings from Chicago!

Jenny had a rocky day dealing with considerable pain and nausea, but the day ended with significant improvements. The physician's assistant prescribed a higher dose in her IV and a stronger oral medicine. This along with nausea medicine allowed her to be comfortable and begin to eat again by evening. (The pain meds stifle the appetite.)

The plan for Tuesday is to see how she's doing and attempt to discontinue the IV gradually. We're also watching the weather as a couple inches of snow are predicted for here and 2-4 inches in central Illinois. We'll make a decision by mid-day but won't take any chances after all of this!
We're both anxious to go home (especially me!) whenever the time is right.

We know your prayers made a difference today. . . to see Jenny move from misery to smiling again. She also had wonderful nurses today, and the food is exceptionally good! The cafeteria offered fresh blueberries and raspberries this morning, and everything is very reasonable.

Thank you all, and please continue to lift us up as we make the decision about leaving the safety of the hospital for the long drive back on Wed. or Thursday.

Trusting in the Great Healer,
Gretchen & Jenny