Getting Better

Monday, Andrew had a slow start. He didn't sleep very well. But Dr. Black decided to clamp off his tubes and let him eat. Andrew's had to have a quick xray to make sure his tube was in the right place. The tape holding his tube had come off in the night. It was interesting. Before when we went down to radiology, Andrew would get right in. Today, we had to wait. I told him that it was an indication that he is getting better. He is climbing down the totem pole of urgency. Andrew ordered steamed shrimp and a salty pretzel. It went well. He ate again later. His major complaint now is some back spasms. We are using heat and tylenol on it. Alex called to check in. He had a good trip back to Washington. Today the doctor commented that he thinks it's time for Andrew to leave the hospital. Hopefully, tomorrow the tubes will come out and then... home. We have been so fortunate in his recovery. It was a great moment for me to watch him eat today!