It seems like we have been here for a week already. Everyday has been so long that it is hard to believe we are only two days out of surgery. It is great to be on this side, but I am anxious to see Dean smile again. Medically he is progressing well. His incision is draining less, he needs less medication, he is awake more often, and he is eating a little more frequently. I have only held him twice because it is too painful for him to be moved. You can tell he is very uncomfortable and that is very painful for him. He lies very still and does not smile, even when he is looking at his toys. If you know Dean, you know that he is usually always smiling. His expression makes me think he might be a little mad at me. I will be happy when he is better and forgets all of this. His swelling is going down and his eyes never swelled shut, and that is a wonderful answer to prayer for me as much as him. I am now praying for his pain to get better so that I can hold and nurse him without him crying out. We also need his draining to stop before we can come home. I want to include some photos this time. Some are not very pretty, but I think it will help people to know what to expect when we get home. When I have access to my computer again, I will make more available. He is so brave.
Ben and I are doing well. The hospital and Children's House have made us very comfortable. We are meeting many other families. It is humbling to be in a children's hospital. We feel so blessed. Even with everything Dean is going through, we definitely are thankful for the situation God has given us to deal with. Many have it so much worse. Our list of precious children who need our prayers grows everyday!
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