I've been unable to get on here the past couple times I tried, so I apologize for the delay in updates. Grandma's surgery went well and her throat is clear. She is not off the trach tube yet, but we are still hoping and praying that her breathing will keep getting stronger and stronger. During her stay in the hospital one of the challenges we've faced is the constant rotation of doctors and nurses, and the myriad of opinions each has about how she is doing and what the best course of care is. Two doctors ago he was ready to take the trach tube right out, but her last doctor doesn't think she's anywhere near strong enough. Please pray for patience on our side and wisdom on theirs.

On Tuesday Grandma went into rehab, which is exciting and a little unknown as well. She wasn't feeling well yesterday, so you can pray for her to feel better and for her arm to stop hurting (as mentioned in the last entry). Also, while she's in rehab please pray for encouragement, energy, and strength for her, and that the doctors will approach her rehabilitation with the idea that she can go far.

Yesterday I got to chat with her a bit, which is perhaps my favorite improvement. In rehab my mom is able to take the speaking tube on and off, so it is much easier for her to talk and eat when she wants to. These are good things. Let's continue praying for miracles and for God to be close to us as we wait.