Recovery

Greg was moved out of ICU on Friday night.  He continues to make great progress although this part of the recovery is just very hard.  His pain seems to be under control (although not gone), but has been experiencing other symptoms that have made resting and recovery anything but easy.  Yet he still has not once complained!  He's been incredible since the day he found out he needed to have surgery and is fighting through this recovery with impeccable spirit.

Thank you to both of our families who have jumped in to make it possible for me to be both at the hospital and at home at different times of the day.  Thank you also to all who have brought meals - it has been a huge support right now.  As soon as Greg is up for more visitors we will let you know. Once he is feeling better I know he'll enjoy the company.

For now, please continue to pray for this part of the recovery.  Pray for quick healing, more energy and rest.  Also, keep our children in prayer.  Jackson has been awesome, but I know he misses his daddy and brother.  We were able to take Jackson over to visit with both Everett and Daddy yesterday.  Although two brief visits - I think it was good for everyone.  Ellie has been taking her naps and sleeping through the night - yah!  She also has taken to the bottle and been eating well for Grandma - another blessing and peace of mind for me.

Everett is doing wonderful and has made lots of new friends at the Ryan house!  I have been able to peek in on him and sneak over for some hugs and kisses.  He has had lots of visitors and loves the attention.  Here's a sweet video that his teacher sent to me yesterday:

ICU update

Greg is currently resting after a tough night.  Overall he is doing great and making progress.  The pain has set in and still he has been a trooper.  The hospital staff is outstanding and has been taking excellent care of him.  Depending on how today goes, Greg may be moved out of ICU either tonight or tomorrow morning.  He has been a very cooperative patient and the therapists realized quickly that he is goal oriented and so they let him know the small and big goals for the day and he is on them.  I love the determination and focus in him!  Actually I just love everything about him!  So blessed to be his wife.

Our children are all doing great!  I have talked daily with Everett's care team and it sounds like he is being spoiled and having a blast.  I was able to run home last night to kiss and hug my other two.  Jackson and Ellie are doing great and enjoying their time with Grandma and Grandpa.

Thank you for the outpouring of support!  God continues to bless us through each one of you.  We are fortunate to have so many around us to help.

 Please continue prayers for Greg's recovery.