Life in ICU

The nurses are amazing and wonderful as Donna continues to heal in ICU. She is "unattached" for the most part, it won't sound like it but honestly it is better than it was - there is only a blood pressure cuff, heart monitor and occasional hook up to an IV for those much needed antibiotics. She still has the drain tube in her heart and fluid continues to drain. The doctors have narrowed down the causes and we will be able to let you know the next step, later today. For now we just wanted to say that Donna is resting comfortably although growing tired of being sick.
I wanted to take a minute to tell all of you how much we appreciate your support. Every day brings cards, photos, gift cards, fruit baskets and more and it has been so appreciated. I know most of you must feel like this has gone on an awful long time, as do we - imagine how Donna is feeling. Each day we take cards to her and tell her how much everyone is praying and cheering for her recovery to good health. It really means more than you can imagine. Somedays she is so overwhelmed by all your love and care and conern that she cries and they are tears of happiness and greatfulness and a little sadness because she misses you all so much. She is still strong and willing to work hard to get well and certain that she is going to beat this awful thing, as we all are! One day when Donna is well and strong again, I am going to sit down and write to each person to let them know how thankful we are for them continuing support. For now we just want to say - Thank you everyone!