Today, Dr. Bacha closed up Colin's chest because he was doing so well. Everything went smoothly and he is beginning to look like our little boy again. They are going to start removing the paralytic drug and then shoot to remove the breathing tube within the next day or so. The doctors continue to be happy with his recovery. 
Oh...poor little thing. It breaks my heart to see them right after surgery. WOW...that's great that they were able to close his chest. And...waking him up...are you ready!?!?!
ReplyDeleteYou know...the sooner he's off the vent...the better he'll be. Our little man took 2 1/2 weeks to get off the vent. I think we had every chest tube and art line taken out by the time he was ready to wake up! (sometimes...they just need to rest I suppose).
Thanks for the updates!
We're all still praying for you guys!
Kathy
Hi Tim and Mel, Aunt B, Jamie, and I just so your update. We are so happy that he is doing well. Hope you have a smooth transition off the meds this afternoon. We love you and send big kisses to Colin!
ReplyDeleteWow! Wonderful news!! So happy for all of you that everything is going well. We will continue to pray for a speedy recovery for Colin.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Jani & Jim
Off the vent.....are you nuts?!? Before you celebrate, let me remind you of the crying, midnight feedings and sleepless nights that will return. Then as soon as he begins walking he will get out of bed and head right to yours!! Be careful what you wish for, perhaps you might want to borrow Kaylee as a reminder!! Of course I am only kidding, this is awesome news. Keep up the speedy recovery.
ReplyDeleteWONDERFUL news! This is a very good sign for your little man. It will be good for you to start to see him moving around and interacting a little more.
ReplyDeleteKeep up the good work, Colin! Still praying for all of you guys.
WAH HOO... he's doing soo good!
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy for ya'll!!
God is good!
Mel,
ReplyDeleteYou remember the drill...one day at a time....this is wonderful news. Sending wishes for a peaceful weekend! Again wishing Colin a speedy recovery one day at a time!
Special prayers on Sunday coming your way.
Love,
CindyM
Hi Mel & Tim,
ReplyDeleteWe just saw the update on Colin....we're so happy! It's really great to hear and see how well he's doing. We'll keep praying for you guys and that Colin has a quick recovery!
Love,
Wendy, Ryan, McKaylan & Riley
XOXO
Hi Colin, We are ecstatic to hear how well your surgery went sweetheart, you're such a little fighter!!! You're in our prayers everyday!! Can't wait to see you again! Tell Mommy and Daddy hi for us too!
ReplyDeleteLove you,
Casey and Brian
Mel & Tim - Fantastic news -what a strong little man you have! If Colin does cross over to becoming a Boston Red Sox, I bet Auntie Cyn could too ((whoops) did I really say that? Anyway, prayers continue. Alex - we love your updates ..keep them coming.
ReplyDeleteLove you Cyn
Hi Mel & Tim! I am so happy to hear good news. I pray every night for Colin. You all are constantly in my thoughts, and will continue to be. He is a fighter!!
ReplyDeleteHi guys!
ReplyDeleteI finally got a chance to see the blog again...(Had to have MR re-send it to me).
This is such wonderful news!! I have been thinking about all of you for a long time. What progress - to hear that they were able to close his chest so soon! The pictures of Colin smiling & laughing are great! I look forward to many more of those!!
Please keep the updates coming! In the meantime we continue to send many thoughts, warm hugs, kisses & prayers your way.
Love,
Jeff, Suzy & Maria
Mel,
ReplyDeleteSo glad to get the updates from your dad via Janet and the "Littlest Blogger" has overcome another hurdle in his recovery. How can Colin not do well with all the love and support from your family and friends! Made a cheesecake yesterday and thought of you. Thought of sending it up with Janet today but would probably not save well. :o) Will get one to you when you all get home. Thoughts and prayers from Liverpool. Let me know if I can do anything at all for you here in town.
Chris Fleisher