Well, it appears I'm back at the hotel without Mike again, but there is good news on the horizon-actually there has been nothing but good news-Praise God!
Mike was finally transferred from ICU about 7 pm tonight, just as his long awaited dinner arrived. No, he wasn't excited about that. He's been SO hungry since his surgery and, finally, he was able to eat real food, only to have it postponed until after the "move"-how rude! He was also up and walking around this morning (much to my surprise). He had already been able to convince the staff to remove his catheter and part of his IVs. The walking also meant no more leg compressor things. This evening we got him out of the awful hospital gown and into some Duke clothes...that should make him all better!
This evening, after the "move" and dinner, we did laps down the hallway and he is, surprisingly, strong. I think he is even stronger than he was in the first two surgeries. He is begging for coffee, but that's not on the menu yet, hopefully tomorrow. I left him some books and magazines for entertainment. Mike even convinced me to leave his iphone there. I know he's bored silly, so I couldn't resist.
The doctor read the MRI and it appears there is no tumor visible. Also, he said he'd talk to us in the morning about discharging him since he is doing so well. Much to Mike's delight! Mike is quite proud of the fact that Dr. Chu called him his "poster child for brain surgery". He said "all surgeries should go like this." That made Mike feel good. The plan was to discharge him on Sunday, so, this will be the third time he was released a day early (assuming they go ahead and let him go tomorrow). The final pathology won't be done until next week, but they are optimistic about that too.
Mike has absolutely no deficits...sorry for not mentioning that earlier-lack of sleep I think. He is 100% Mike Moyles and we couldn't be more delighted! I truly believe he is acting better after this surgery than the previous 2-could it be that you get "good" at surgery? Hmm..let's not go there! :)
Well, good night to all and thanks once again for your continued support and prayers. Praise God and the next time you get an update it will be from Mike! YAY!
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Absolutely praise God - We are continuing to pray for Mike, you and everyone! Amen! God is good!
I stumbled across this blog the other day, the day Mike had surgery. What a wonderful miracle. Happy Holidays and much continued praises.
How totally and completely miraculous! To God be the glory! (And, good for you, Mike for taking such good care of yourself. God is definitely blessing your diligence.) Thanks for the updates, Angela. I hope we get to meet someday.
I'm praying for you guys, A. What amazing stories you have to tell and a testiment to God's glory! How's your pumpkin doing?
wonderful, wonderful news.
Yay!! Thank you so much for the timely and detailed updates. :) Mike is so lucky to have such a supportive family. :)
So glad to hear he is doing so well, he is such a rock star. Please tell him all of us runners are thinking of him and sending him our prayers. Can't wait to hear his first-hand account.
Hey, I haven't been "blogging" for a few months, but I had been following your story prior. I'm so inspired by you (and your wife) as you've continued to run, fight, and achieve so much. May you continue to heal, progress, get back to running, and be cancer free. Your life is precious, created by God, to do more than we can imagine. I pray for your continued healing.
Praise God for His goodness and mercy! I'm so glad to hear the positive report for Mike. He is a tough cookie :)
We only met once in Sunday School at IBC, but I have been following your blog and praying for you both.
Look forward to seeing you both when you are back this way.
Blesings,
Kendra (& Mike) Riggs
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