Well as it turns out, I have not been a good blogger, or facebook updater!!! However, it does not mean that you have failed to check in on Zane's status and or his families needs!!! Thank you again. We are about 3 weeks out from Zane's surgery. He continues to do well, and watches way too much TV, but, I know it is only temporary. We did tackle doing a 550 piece puzzle, and even got Rick involved in taking on the puzzle task. It actually became quite consuming of some of my time!!
We have had a good recovery time all in all. Last Wednesday, Zane told Rick and I that is earlobe hurt and that it had a big lump in it. By Thursday he again told me that it was getting worse and really hurt. After a quick phone call to the Doc., we went and took him in that afternoon. When we got to the Dr. Zane was starting to run a fever, and I also realized he had not had much of an appetite the last day or so. With all the hardware and exposed pins in Zanes ankles and knees the Dr. felt like we should probably treat Zane for a brewing infection. Dr. said that it could be staph or strep and that if the right antibiotic was chosen the earlobe should be getting better by Friday. By Friday afternoon the swelling and soreness was decreasing!! I am proud of Zane that he has learned to take care of his body and alert Mom and Dad when something isnt' quite right. We rejoice that we have Drs., and medications to help keep us well.
Last night Zane was able to go to his friends birthday party and hang out for a couple hours. While Rick and I went to Set Free dinner and Bible Study. So we were all blessed with a couple hours of time away!!! When Rick went to pick up Zane (litterally) from the couch at the friends, he really tweeked his back!! So, needless to say, Rick is in some pain today from that.
At this point our plans are to return to Salt Lake on February 2nd, with the cast being removed on the 3rd, and return home on the 4th!!
Thank you for all the continued love and support and prayers!! We are blessed!
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Friday, January 7, 2011
Zanes Recovery Process
Well Friends and family,
Today would find Zane hanging out in his room playing XBOX, or in the living room watching some movie, or cartoon....He is feeling pretty well to say the least. Some have commented on how well Zane does with each surgery and I would have to agree and give credit to God for his watch care over Zane and the rest of us!! Zane does not have full feeling in his legs which helps with the most severe, yet he feels the pain!! So, we do keep him medicated so that his body will heal.
Today he asked me for Popsicles for the 3rd time I think, so I guess I should visit the grocery store...
Rick has been off for the last 2 weeks with this whole process which is of course very nice since he can lift Zane and I cannot!! Next week, will be a new challenge for me, as Rick returns to work, Zack will be here sometimes to help, however, works most afternoon thru the evenings. We have another young lady, Laura who can come up and help too, and that will be great....but she cannot lift Zane. Our hope is Zane will be able to help with his transfers much more as he is healing!
I am reminded during these times how laid back Zane's personality is What a blessing!!! When he gets mad, (ususally at his younger brother), he has been pushed to his limit:) But, I am so thankful, that he just goes with all that it takes to recover and go thru some of these things!
Some of you have asked what all was done this go round. Zane had both his Tibia's rotated, which involves cutting thru the bone and turning it. He had hardware removed from his right knee, which he did bring home in a jar...it is purple and green titanium, (just like very expensive jewelry). The Dr, also did alot of work on Zane's left ankle bone, trimming something?, and placing some pins which will be removed in the Dr.'s office the first part of February!!
I apologize for not posting more often, just takes alot of "time" to still care for him and the rest of the family, and get my head out of the clouds! I have not taken "time" to get to the computer until today!!
Happy New Year to all who are following us on this journey, thank you for continued prayers and support to Zane and his family!!! We feel it!! Please pray for continued healing, no infections, ect., and for next week when Rick returns to work!! Rick and Zane have been quite the team with this surgery, and it has been such a blessing for me to see!
Delinquent Blogger for Zane....:)
Dianna
Today would find Zane hanging out in his room playing XBOX, or in the living room watching some movie, or cartoon....He is feeling pretty well to say the least. Some have commented on how well Zane does with each surgery and I would have to agree and give credit to God for his watch care over Zane and the rest of us!! Zane does not have full feeling in his legs which helps with the most severe, yet he feels the pain!! So, we do keep him medicated so that his body will heal.
Today he asked me for Popsicles for the 3rd time I think, so I guess I should visit the grocery store...
Rick has been off for the last 2 weeks with this whole process which is of course very nice since he can lift Zane and I cannot!! Next week, will be a new challenge for me, as Rick returns to work, Zack will be here sometimes to help, however, works most afternoon thru the evenings. We have another young lady, Laura who can come up and help too, and that will be great....but she cannot lift Zane. Our hope is Zane will be able to help with his transfers much more as he is healing!
I am reminded during these times how laid back Zane's personality is What a blessing!!! When he gets mad, (ususally at his younger brother), he has been pushed to his limit:) But, I am so thankful, that he just goes with all that it takes to recover and go thru some of these things!
Some of you have asked what all was done this go round. Zane had both his Tibia's rotated, which involves cutting thru the bone and turning it. He had hardware removed from his right knee, which he did bring home in a jar...it is purple and green titanium, (just like very expensive jewelry). The Dr, also did alot of work on Zane's left ankle bone, trimming something?, and placing some pins which will be removed in the Dr.'s office the first part of February!!
I apologize for not posting more often, just takes alot of "time" to still care for him and the rest of the family, and get my head out of the clouds! I have not taken "time" to get to the computer until today!!
Happy New Year to all who are following us on this journey, thank you for continued prayers and support to Zane and his family!!! We feel it!! Please pray for continued healing, no infections, ect., and for next week when Rick returns to work!! Rick and Zane have been quite the team with this surgery, and it has been such a blessing for me to see!
Delinquent Blogger for Zane....:)
Dianna
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