Let the Healing Begin

As Shawna and Tim are bedside with Graysen this evening, Graysen asked me (Aunt Gina) to give an update.  We finally got to visit with her for a brief time.  Of course, she is a bit groggy from pain meds and left over sedation but she was in her adorable Graysen spirit, despite the pain.

She was concerned about how everyone was doing and anxious to hear about her faithful followers through this blog, Facebook, instagram, twitter, etc....She was adamant that we continue keeping you up to date on her progress.

But that is who Graysen is, always concerned about others, even in her pain and discomfort.

Yes, Graysen had a rough afternoon but we found out why.  Dr. Geck had to make sure that Graysen had full use of her legs, feet and toes before he could administer her pain therapy.  That was a very rough patch that Graysen, Shawna and Tim would be grateful to never have to experience again.

The pain meds are working and although Graysen is having some pain, it's manageable.  That is what we prayed for.  That is what you prayed for.  That is exactly what God had blessed her with 12 hours after this ordeal began.  God is good!

There are some back muscle spasms that will continue to keep her uncomfortable for a while.  That is very normal.

Graysen is anticipating the moment she can stand and see the full results of this surgery, and to see just how much she grew in a day :).  We all are right there with her!

The comfort of being in the PICU at the hospital this first night post surgery is reassuring to all of them.  They have an amazing team of nurses and doctors checking on her often.  The breathing treatments that she has to receive every 4 hours is another matter.  She has to turn onto her side in order for these to be administered.  This is not fun for anyone, especially our sweet Graysen.  So say a prayer for her for this small hurdle to be tolerable.

Your continued thoughts and prayers are appreciated.  Our family is forever grateful for you!