Lee here this time. Our eerie head injury world continues. Mike had an MRI scan last night and they could not find evidence of diffuse brain injury. This does not mean that he doesn't have it, just that the scan didn't show it. It does mean however that the injury can't be massive because that should have showed up.
This morning the physios (who happen to be friends of Kylie's) got him sat up and worked on teaching him to hold his head up. While it was heartbreaking to see his weakness and lack of consciousness, it was still progress. He was able to respond a bit to instructions and got his eyes partly open, but I don't think he was focusing at all.
The Ironmen and women are gradually leaving for the Taupo Ironman this weekend. They have been fantastic support and inspiration. We will miss them. Thanks guys. It's so exciting to see you nervously head off. Mike's heart is with you all. Our very very best wishes. Bryce is reading all the multisport magazines Paul left. I'm not sure I will forgive you if he decides to train for the Ironman, but que sera. He just read this and says he welcomes any tips on how to deal with no cartilage in his left knee.
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This is all fantastic news. I am sure that Mike still thinks that he is doing Ironman!
I think that we are all going to be carrying a little piece of Mike with us on 5 March. Even in hospital he is an inspiration.
It may also be a good opportunity for a "father and son Ironman team" next year.
Greetings from a freezing Colorado (-10C)Lee, Bryce, T.J. and Phil,
Fabulous news about Mike's latest scan ...my American friends says this is really +ve. Re Bryce doing the ironman ...perhaps he could have the other knee operated on before he starts ..just to sort of even his body up?!
Regards Dave L
Hi, this is great news! I can't wait to hear how the nurses deal with Mike demands for speedy internet so he can follow Ironman online....
Hi, fantastic to hear the positive news. Thank you kindly for keeping this blog up to date. Wishing Mike all the best from the UK.
Miles
It's really great to be able to check in on Mike's progress.
We continue to keep you all in our thoughts
The Australian contingent were also pleased to be able to follow his progress.
Kay & John
Hi, This is great news to hear that Mike is on the road to recovery. Thanks for keeping me and everyone else that cannot be there up to date with his progress.
Chris Bealing
Thanks for keeping this updated Tracy and Lee.
Can you please let us know when is appropriate for friends to pop in and visit Mike?
my email is nicky.stewart@sca.com
Thanks a lot
Nicky
Hey Mike, Jo Here - just about to face yet another Toga Party with our 800 first years - I'm sure oyu can remember your Canty one! I am staffing the spew tent - nice job, but get to eat choocky biscuits and sit chatting with the St Johns crew all night. Hoping for no spews.....
A wee bit of pounamu is coming your way from Katie, Scotty. Grant and Jo.
Speaking of Scotty - he's recovering well from his femur break - some crazy wake boarding accident! None of us can figure out how he did it. He's getting a little too used to me nursing him tho! Well, actually he's a good patient - and he's on arnica tablets and cream to reduce he big purple bruise up his leg.
Hope you are getting stronger by the day. Love Jo
Hi Lee, Bryce & family. Leigh Thurston (Telstra) told us of the accident so we are passing our love and thoughts to you all. Great news coming though this web site and we will look forward to reading of Mike's recovery. Kindest regards - Ross & Heather Thurston
Colorado may be cold as expected but Wellington is disappointing weather wise this week. Irena, Suzanne and Johanna wish Mike good progress in his steps to recovery.
Lee, Bryce, Philip, Tracy, Andrew - you're a wonderful caring family. The blog site is such a good point of contact. Thank you
Cheers
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