This morning brings a few answers. Joey's CT scan last night showed that he has "sprung a leak" in his intestinal area. So, what does this mean...another drain has to be inserted. This is the official count: NG tube draining his stomach, a second one draining his gallbladder and now this third one to drain the crap from his intestine...no pun intended!!! He cannot talk because the NG tube is really bothering him, so I am teaching him sign language. He has one comment down quite well with just one small jesture!! Just kidding. He is being a great patient.
Once again I can report that he LOOKS GOOD, he just feels like...oh I guess...what is in his intestines! Portland is certainly where we need to be. As you can tell by my report, he is not up for anything or really seeing anyone, so I guess it is up to me to keep you all informed a little more regularly.
You all are very concerned about me, but I am doing fine. I must tell you that I have my own support system down here and they are great. I do have my times where I get out so Joey can have a break from me and rest alone. I am sleeping a little better, too. His room this time is half the size but really cozy. I have a room right next door that I can go to anytime to talk on the phone, just sit and read and even has an ongoing puzzle (yes Chris and Michelle, the same one, but I am working on it!!). Plus, I can watch the Sea Dogs games from there. It is quite the view!! Tonight I am headed out for a little while to go to the Old Port for a bite to eat. Joey is so good to not worry about me, he just knows I have to be able to talk with others, too. My friends come here just to sit with me or take me out for a break. It is always what works for me. They are angels and I don't know what I would do without them! Do you hear me Donna, Steve and Chris??
I must say is different not having Cameron here all of the time. He is home now, has moved back into his old room and starts his new job tomorrow. Considering he has not even been home 24 hours, that is pretty good I'd say! Caleb celebrates his 17th birthday on Sunday (He was actually born on Mother's Day, so this is only the 3rd time we've been able to celebrate together!!). I plan on being home either Saturday or Sunday during the day. It will be a quick round trip, but he understands where I need to be. If Joey is not home by Tuesday, I will be coming back up again for the night because Caleb has his induction into National Honor Society at 7pm! Can you say "Proud Parents"?!?!?!
Joey is sleeping sound right now, so this is my cue to head down to the cafe' for a little breakfast.
For now, God Bless and {{hugs}} to all.