Friday evening update

I'm happy to say that I had a MUCH better day today. Things in my chest seem to have stabilized. My energy level was much better also, and the fatigue that was hitting me so suddenly yesterday didn't really occur today. For the most part the visitation was lighter today - very few folks until evening. Though that may sound bad, it was really very good. Natalie and I had more time to just talk, and I didn't get overwhelmed by feeling like I had to stay "up" when folks were here.

I have truly appreciated every extension of love, kindness, and support you have shown me and my family. I will likely fail in expressing a personal thanks to every one of you, but I intend to try.

The only "negative" for today actually began last evening - the phlebitis I mentioned in my post this morning. It hasn't really gone down much at all. I have had a few warm compresses on it, which feel GREAT for a moment, but don't give any long-lasting relief. I have been waiting quite a while for an ultrasound assessment of the site - to make sure there is not a clot that could release and go somewhere to cause a problem. I mean, SOMETHING is blocking SOMETHING, and it does NOT feel good. However, if they aren't concerned I guess I shouldn't be either. I have enough chemicals in my system keeping my blood thin that it won't be a problem, I suppose. Hurts, though. Really tender. OK, that's enough complaining from me!

The most amazing thing to me about this hospital is the multi-national work force. I have had folks taking care of me from Nigeria, Kenya, Jamaica, the Philippines, Ghana, oh, and Missouri and Georgia. They've all been terrific.

Current expectations are that I will be discharged tomorrow. I'm REALLY ready to be home.
I wonder if that ultrasound will show up in my room around 1am...

Love to all. Really.