The biggest news today is that Bob no longer has a feeding tube! I was surprised to hear this in the middle of the day and didn't get the opportunity to ask how (or why) it happened when I spoke with them again at night. As I explained in the last post, I was under the impression the tube was going to remain in place for a while. I'm curious as to why the hasty removal of the feeding tube but on the other hand, who cares!? This is a huge development because it puts Bob one giant step closer to his trip home. It's as if the shackles that have once literally attached him to the hospital have been broken.
Bob drank plain water today without issues and ate very well again. I've attached a photo of the kind of food he is eating. This photo was taken yesterday. Today, Bob even fed himself his dessert!
Bob was not on his feet today. Unfortunately a few days ago one of the nurses who was helping him take a shower did not realize that Bob's right foot was caught on something and injured it. Since Bob couldn't feel the pain, it is hard to know the extent of the damage his right foot suffered. The orthopedist examined an x-ray this afternoon and said Bob's foot, which is bruised and swollen, is not broken or injured. The orthopedist recommended Bob do as much physical therapy as he can stand. This is a tricky proposition because Bob does not have the ability to feel nor really express when his foot hurts.
Even with a hurt foot, the idea of my parent's homecoming is becoming a reality. My children saw Bob again on face-time and it was pleasure witnessing the joy on everyone's faces, including Bob's. Thanks for reading and keep the positive thoughts and prayers coming.
Wooo! Go Bob go!!!
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