June 13 - A path forward ........Surgery today

Heather was admitted to the hospital on the 7th, for an intestinal obstruction and on the 11th things started looking up.  Thursday at 6am, they pushed the contrast solution through her NG tube, then clamped the tube to allow the contrast to work its way through the intestines.  The goal is for the tube to stay clamped for 6 hours, then they do imaging.   Sadly, 2 1/2 hours into the test, she started vomiting, so the suction was hooked back up.  The doctors hinted at surgery, but they needed to do more imaging and see how she progressed through day/night.

Thursday afternoon things improved a bit for Heather and I was hopeful surgery could be avoided.  However, today, the surgeon just informed Heather that they need to do exploratory surgery.  Although there have been improvements, she still shouldn't be so nauseous and in pain, and the output from her tube is higher than it should be given no ice chips for the last two days.  

My tough Heather is ready to let the healing begin and I know she will handle this surgery like the champ that she is.  I love you, Heather.  

Thank you to everyone for your positive thoughts and prayers.  

This adorable picture was taken in 2015 on one of Heather and Kevin's first dates.   These two deserve a trip to the beach house to capture more memories. 

Also, yesterday would have been my parents 71st wedding anniversary.  Hard to believe my Mom has been gone for 9 years, but Dad, Joe and I will raise a glass of champagne in honor of their 61 years of marriage.  We miss you, Mom. Oh, and thank you Mom, for watching over us.

xo

Lisa