Great week-end!

This has been a very good day! The girls have entertained us with their jokes and laughter. Lydia continues to do some of her exercises and her movement improves each day. She is becoming a little more independent, which is not always a good thing. I am amazed at the difference two weeks and lots of prayers makes. We are so thankful each day that the girls continue to progress. We are keeping you all in our prayers.

Good News!

Lydia had a great report from the doctor today. Her lungs were clear, so no pneumonia. She had everything X-rayed and is healing nicely. She may need to have another small surgery on her femur bone, but that will not be until later. It will be done to straighten the bone if it doesn't straighten by itself. She began her physical therapy today and really surprised us. She worked hard and did all the exercises that she was asked to do. She also stood up, very carefully, and balanced on her left foot. The doctors and therapist want her out of that wheelchair fast! We do too! We are overjoyed with this outcome and are so thankful. As my cousin Paddy said on her blog " Our God is an Awesome God" (and that's one of my favorite camp songs).

Update 11:00 pm

Monday night wasn't as slow as I had expected. Lydia developed a high fever later in the night. We were able to get it down with cool cloths, Tylenol, and antibiotics. We avoided a trip to the emergency room and were able to keep her at home. The doctor thought it might be pneumonia, so she has been resting most of this week. We will visit the doctors tomorrow and get more X-rays and information. We are hoping for good news as we continue to move forward with our summer.

Slowing down

Now that we don't have nurses and doctors to run around for us (except Andi) we are doing most of the running ourselves. Ginny got her stitches out today from her hand surgery last week. Lydia slept and read a good part of the day. She and Ginny are watching a movie together now and I am happy for that. I don't really have much more to report today- I am glad things are slowing down a bit. I will continue to post as new information arises, but it will not be daily. I do thank everyone for all the love and concern you have shown our family.

Sunday update

Now that we are out of the danger zone, we are resting a bit better. Lydia had a rough morning with stomach problems and couldn't keep her breakfast down. She has since gotten her medicine and is resting comfortably (if that's possible). This is the first day that the pain has really gotten to her - so I know this week will be tough.

As I sat in church this morning, I was again overwhelmed by the blessings our family have received. From good friends packing and driving Lydia's car home from Atlanta, to food, flowers, cards, and prayers we are so thankful. We will continue to keep all of you in our prayers also.

Home and Adjusting

We made it home safely. It was a most uncomfortable ride for Lydia but she is a trooper and we made it. Maneuvering into the house and around the house is taking lots of thought and planning. Even little movements cause Lydia a lot of pain. We are still trying to adjust . We apologize if we don't answer the phone or door but it is taking both of us to get her situated. We appreciate your prayers. Lydia will go Thursday for a follow up visit and we'll know more then. There is no place like home.

Coming home!

OK - They have officially told us we are ready to come home. Cheer Cheer! We still don't know exactly when we can actually leave the hospital today but maybe by late this afternoon we will be on our way.

Lydia got a little practice in her wheelchair, but it really tired her out. She has been sleeping a whole lot the past two days and the doctor says that will continue after we return home. It will probably be best if she doesn't have visitors until the middle of next week. I know that will be difficult for some of ya'll :) but she continues to try to make conversation and her body is just not ready. She will definitely be very antsy by next week and would really appreciate the visits then.

Please pray for a safe and comfortable trip home. Again, thanks for all the prayers!!