Day 1 Evening

Well it's been an action-packed day as Lee has already gone from bed rest in the Neuro ICU to a regular room within 24 hours from surgery. Her pain has been reasonably well managed throughout the day and she's been able to sleep in a couple of 2 hour blocks. They are planning to remove her IV pain pump tomorrow afternoon and transition her to all oral medications if she continues to progress as she has today. They also got her fitted for her rigid cervical collar that she will need to wear for the next several months while her fusion solidifies. A few great milestones were her ability to get up and around without her heart going into all sorts of "creative" rhythms, the removal of her catheter and her subsequent ability to go to the bathroom without difficulty and, at least so far, a reasonably healthy appetite for pudding and yogurt without significant nausea and NO vomiting! She is settling in for her first night in the regular room and is in very good spirits. She continues to receive excellent care from all of the staff and the neurologist, Dr. Kula, who has a special place in Lee's heart made a special trip to check in on her this evening ahead of an anticipated snow and ice storm here tomorrow.

If all continues as it is tonight, I'll slow down to a single daily update starting tomorrow but will certainly provide "extras" as needed. Once again, thanks for your continuous love and support!

Steve

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Messages

Tamara Longworth

December 14, 2013, 2:15 AM

ALL great news! Continued thoughts and prayers for you both!! Take care of yourself, as well, Steve. You guys have an army supporting you! Love, Tamara and Bill Kimball & Elizabeth Parker December 14, 2013, 2:18 AM SUPER EXCITING!! Probably be playing volleyball by the end of next week. Continued prayers...

Ann Baker

December 14, 2013, 2:21 AM

Sounds like incredible progress and prayers being answered...

Di Cieslak

December 14, 2013, 2:27 AM

This is so good to hear! God is amazing. Praying for a really good night tonight. Keep it up, Lee! Love you!

Evalyn Forlines

December 14, 2013, 2:35 AM

What unbelievable info, except thru Jesus. We were at dress rehearsal for "the LCT" and so many wonderful memories and we/they get to tell the story of Jesus again. You ALL are in our thoughts and prayers and we love you. Bruce and Evalyn

sue ensign

December 14, 2013, 2:38 AM

Joy!

Roger Badger

December 14, 2013, 3:01 AM

Way to go Lee!!!!!!! You and Steve are my heroes! Praise God!!!!!!!! -Roger

Amy Moore

December 14, 2013, 3:04 AM

This is all such great news. You have been in my thoughts constantly for the last two days. I love any update you send and I especially love the pictures of Lee. Praise God she is already walking and eating. Love you guys.

Ryan Cox

December 14, 2013, 3:05 AM

Great news.

Frank Kirkbride

December 14, 2013, 3:06 AM

This is a fantastic story. I am so happy for Lee (and you). All the best for continued positive progress.

Sandi Henry

December 14, 2013, 3:19 AM

Thanks be to God for the great progress. We are so thankful for the excellent care she is getting. Lee deserves the best! Hope you both have a good night's sleep.

Melinda Nelson

December 14, 2013, 3:34 AM

I love when God shows off!!! He is working miracles and I am praising Him for all that He is doing for Lee!!!! I am so overjoyed to hear she is doing so well! To God be all the glory!!! Prayers still going up for continued progress!!!!!

Kelly Wahle

December 14, 2013, 3:45 AM

Wow! Praise God! Lee you are such a warrior woman! God is good. And Steve you are a warrior in your own right as well! Lee, I am so thrilled to see the photo of you walking! It is a visual for me of how this journey is one step at a time and that Jesus has been there every minute walking with you. Praying for the transition from pain pump to oral pain meds and for increased sleep intervals. Thanking God for the sweet relief of some pre-

surgery symptoms.

Krista Maggard

December 14, 2013, 3:47 AM

Hallelujah! So many reasons to sing praises to our awesome God! ! How wonderful and mighty are His works! Continuing to pray.

Debby Swecker

December 14, 2013, 3:53 AM

I am amazed and in awe at all that has happened in such a short time.

Rae Jean Bettmeng

December 14, 2013, 4:04 AM

Why should we not be amazed at God's all powerful works? I agree that only He could do such works! Thank you dear Lord for the mighty hand you have placed on our dear sweet Steve and Lee! We love you both so very much!

Wendy Sternshein

December 14, 2013, 4:12 AM

Thanks for sharing another series of wonderful milestones with us. Amazing news. Joy abounds.

lenny Greenstein

December 14, 2013, 5:05 AM

Fantastic news.

Sammie Rodriguez

December 14, 2013, 6:33 AM

So glad to hear about her quick recovery!! Love you guys! Will continue to pray!

A.J. Paulsen

December 14, 2013, 6:43 AM

That is awesome news!

Meredith Hutchins

December 14, 2013, 8:41 AM

Just wonderful news. Can't believe she is already up and walking. That's fantastic.

Bob Moye

December 14, 2013, 10:32 AM

Most excellent! Praise God!

Betsy michalik

December 14, 2013, 12:25 PM

Good that it went well!

Betsy michalik

December 14, 2013, 12:25 PM

Good that it went well!

Betsy michalik

December 14, 2013, 12:25 PM

Good that it went well!

Sandy Temple

December 14, 2013, 1:10 PM

God is answering lots if prayers!

Juli Sharp

December 14, 2013, 1:25 PM

A hug to both of you!

Amy Garland

December 14, 2013, 1:55 PM

Wow! Wonderful news. Thanks for the update. Continuing to pray!

Shirley Keith

December 14, 2013, 3:22 PM

We could be witnessing a miracle in the making! thank you, Steve, for the excellent job of reporting.

Carolyn Hamby

December 14, 2013, 3:30 PM

Rejoicing!

Bruce Ensign

December 14, 2013, 4:41 PM

Thank you for the update(s) Steve. We continue to pray and look expectantly for what God will do. May He bless you both richly as you go through this.

Becky Cole

December 15, 2013, 4:27 AM

What wonderful news. Thank you for the update!! Continuing to pray for you and Lee.