Fridays Lyn update

Today was kind of a down day for me.  Just seems like Lyn has so much going on that are major things such as the not being aware and not moving and having to breath on a vent, just seemed like today was a day full of other problems.

Started off they tried for over 2 hours to get a PICC line, an IV access that can be left in for a long time.  They ended up quitting and couldn't get it in.  The one he has in now is the source of his infection so they were wanting to take it out.  Lyn was exhausted after this and just wanted to sleep it was obvious.  Then in came the wound care team to address the skin breakdown he has which was bleeding and increasing in size.  He had just got settled in again after this with his eyes closed and the Dr came in and wanted a temporary feeding tube put back in until they could get the permanent one in.  So they had to get him up in a chair and take him to xray to have this placed. 

After all of that the GI surgeon came in and wants to do surgery with an open incision to place the permanent feeding tube.  This will be done next week.  He will have to go by ambulance back over the St Vincents 86th street for the surgery.  They think he will come right back after surgery to Seton or at the most stay overnight over there.  The thought of surgery really bothers me with all the problems after the other one but I know this will be while he is already on the vent so it should be ok.   He will just have another incision to heal and cause pain.

I just felt so bad today that on top of everything else he had the PICC line to deal with, the skin breakdown, the bitten tongue and the feeding tube. 

He can feel pain and it is so hard to see him in pain and not no where it is from. 

It was neat tonight that the nurse he has we discovered used to work with daughter Candi for several years at another hospital.  I think she will give him extra special care and she works the next 5 nights so she will probably have him every night.  She was asking about son Andy and the military so she has a connection to the kids.  It's always nice to know someone.

I will update you over the weekend.   Terry

Hey sweetheart....

I really look forward to seeing you post...you and Lyn stay on my mind throughout the day...and in my prayers

Sounds like you and I both had a wild day...But girl I am not goin thru anything compared to what you are...your strengths amaze me....Now with his PICC line did they go thru his neck...they did one in my arm and i caught infection and then put in  an artery line...and sewed into my neck ...wow it was several attemps then they finally got it in... but I didn't remember anything...
I hate Lyn is in pain...can they make him more comfy? Also I was turned every 2 hours...my tush was breakin down....Thats the biggest spot that I remember that bothered me the most....

How cool is it that you know one of the nurses...she better take extra special care of ya'll :)

you take care of yourself...rest and eat....I am going to try my best to come and visit soon....love ya lots babes and give some lovin to Lyn for me....

thank you for always being so wonderful to me...you have so much goin on and you take the time to make me feel better :)
big hugs  and love
Kim

Terry, I'm so sorry that Lyn is going through this and that you are having to watch him be in pain. I will continue to keep you both in my prayers.

Terry I wish I had the words to make you feel better.  Please know that you and Lyn are in my prayers.  I sure hope things get better for Lyn.  Let me know if there is anything I can do for you. 

Jeannie

Terry,
I am so sorry you and Lyn have to go through this valley.  You are in the prayers of many people for Lyn's healing and your strength to cope. 
Julie

Terry,  I know that Lyn is fighting alot right now and you are stressing so much.  I want you to remember that you are not alone in this.  God is right beside you and he is with you every step.  This is just another bump in the road and since you already knew it would be a long ride, try to keep your eyes on Jesus and the goal you want for Lyn!

Lyn is so blessed to have you with him and I KNOW he draws strength for this battle from you.  So Keep your chin up.  Keep reading the books and the bible to him.  Keep praying for him and with him.  You know he feels pain, so he also feels your encouragement as well.  Just keep it up!  I know you can!

I am gonna see if I can get Kim up to see you guys soon.  Maybe we can get a few of us together and meet for lunch at the hospital cafeteria or really close by so you can join us.

I love you both and am praying for you all the time!!!

Huge hugs,
Tracy

Terry
You and Lyn are in my thoughts and prayers.  I can't imagine how hard all of this is on you. I hope you are trying to take care of yourself too.
Hugs to you my friend!!

Terry
Im so sorry that you and Lyn are having to endure this.
He has you to stand beside him and be his voice.
Please take care of yourself also.
It is nice that his nurse knows him personally she can talk to him about his family.
You are always in my thoughts and prayers.

Terry,

Thank you for your updates on Lyn.  I know it has to help you a little bit anyway to be able to talk about what is going on. You are always welcome to do that here hon. Anyone who has ever loved someone can understand how heartbreaking all of this has to be for you. I know it has to really upset you to see Lyn in pain. Try to consider this small positive to it...he is able to reach out of his world and let you know he is in pain. If he can do that, he can continue reaching out until he is back in your world, with you..aware, talking, and being 'Lyn'.

You both have our ears, our shoulders, our hearts, and our prayers....

Sherri

((((((((((((Terry, Lyn)))))))))))