I suspect we'll have a lot of days with this title. Not much to report. Mike's still good at wriggling around, throwing away pillows and getting various aids off himself. Despite this activity, he seemed a bit tired and withdrawn into himself today compared to previous days. Apparently Dad spent most of the evening singing songs to him. Fortunately Dad also did this a lot in Mike's early childhood, so Mike should have some protections against long-term damage.
The dietician is increasing Mike's feeding schedule as they're worried he's getting a bit thin - I guess it's the Ironman metabolism that is still burning through food ultra-fast. And it's not like Mike has much fat to fall back on.
Mike does have physios set up for over the Easter period - a different one each day. Foster, the normal physio on the ward, has been giving them some training so it will be interesting to see any differences in technique they bring. Good to know that Mike will be getting some movement to help shift any fluid in his lungs, though he's doing the best to provide that by himself too.
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Thanx Tracy, for the evening report. Mike has to recoup for the next onslaught.
Take care of yourselves all.
Gilda :-)
Think there's a race to leave the first comment! Yes thks Tracy for the comms - so appreciated. Sounds a hard work day.... hang in there. Looking forward to seeing you guys Saturday. Photos and tuna already packed. Just some pesky reports to finish. Love M&J
Who ever would have thought those singing lessons so long ago would come to your aid, Bryce? My sympathies are all with Mike! First it's T.J. educating her helpless little brother and now his Dad is getting into the act! We all have our gifts to offer, I guess. Get your strength up, Mike! Who knows what Mum and Phil will dream up? Hugs, Gran.
Hi Lee - Lesley M here. The conference went well although you should have seen what the Napier humidity did to my hair!!! Ms Frizz. It was neat to have our little group together again and we sure missed you. It is so encouraging to read of the progress. Keep your energy up - I recommend good chocolate although I understand fruit is supposed to be better for you- as it sounds as though Mike is determined to keep you busy. Love L
Wonderful to hear of the clear progress. Love, Barbara and Colum
It did occur to me that maybe Mike is being inspired by all that Lance Armstrong strength-in-adversity reading...So I wondered if you should change to reading the Sleeping Beauty to him, until I remembered that the handsome prince slashed through the thickets with a mighty sword....and those were ideas NOT to to put in his head.
Best wishes to you all
natasha
Maybe after all the intense activity of the last few days hes having rest and recreation to build up for the next onslaught .Be prepared TJ.susi
It seems you've been pretty busy for the last few days, Mike. Rest well for the next burst of energy. Hopefully the rest of the family are doing same.
Love
Carolyn, Grant & kids.
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