Friday, May 2, 2008

What a Difference a Day Makes


Taryn Yesterday
Taryn had a good night last night and a great day today. She is liking the new pain meds and hasn't thrown up in almost 24 hours. The only thing she had all day yesterday was a few crackers and ice water through a straw. Her appetite is much better today, she's added cookies, Cheerios, and mashed potatoes to her diet. She starts gagging when she sees a bottle or sippy cup so we're still trying to figure out how to get her to eventually drink juice or milk. Het tubes and pacer wires were removed this morning and they gave her Morphine for that since it was pretty painful. She rested for awhile, watched more "Backyardigans" (her favorite) and even enjoyed a wagon ride through the hospital. She seemed to turn a corner a few hours ago and has been almost back to her wild and crazy self since late this afternoon. The biggest challenge now is keeping her in her bed and entertained! They are talking about sending her home sometime this weekend - either tomorrow or the next day! We can hardly believe it! We are so excited that she will be able to celebrate her birthday at home on Monday! Thanks again for all the prayers, help, and support! These things have truly made all the difference!
Taryn Today

5 comments:

LeRoy & Anne Welling said...

Kenny and Michele,
Taryn looks like her old self. We just can't believe how good she looks!! Wow, and to be going home in the next couple of days is absolutely incredible!! We wish we could be there but we're sure because we are here and everyones faith and prayers has made all the difference. Heavenly Father has really blessed us all!
Love,
Dad and Mom

Anonymous said...

That is so incredible!!! Who could have imaginged that you'd be taking her back home so soon!!! I'm so happy that everything is going so well and that her recovery has been so remarkable! Still thinking of you... Michelle

The Valentine Fam said...

I'm glad everything as gone so well. It's exciting to hear she'll be headed home soon...she looks like she really wants to escape the crib!

No Buckaroos said...

Wow - that is awesome. She looks so adorable in her little crib. How soon can you have visitors? We'll have to make a trip down to see you. Nice job Taryn! You're a tuffy!

Ashley said...

Yay!!! I'm so glad that she's done so well and recovered so quickly. If you don't go home early today do you mind if I stop by and visit? Give me a call if it's ok. 662-4421.
Ashley