Monday, May 13, 2013

Stand By My Man

We got to Hopkins by 5:30 this morning with Bill arriving on our coat tails by 6am. I think Pat was in pre-op from 7-8 am and we were able to visit with him there before surgery.  They kicked us out around 8am and whisked him into surgery. Johns Hopkins hospital has a liaison between the operating room and the waiting room. They took a good look at me, a description of my clothing along with a cell number and names and numbers of others joining me. After three, they said that's enough. Our minister, Chris, drove over the bridge to be with us, my Sissy came bearing a gourmet lunch and the girls came with games. We occupied ourselves with stories, laughter and games because that's how we roll, our defense. We got updates about every 2 hours but all they stated was that he was still in surgery and stable. Sissy left after a while, Chris left. The girls stayed until they received the news that their Daddy was out of surgery and not going to ICU. The surgery was 9 hours. Bill waited until he could see his son. They let us go in but one at a time. I went first. He looked so small, so sad. I felt so sad and a bit nauseous. He had some serious anesthesia and was having trouble determining what was real and what wasn't. I warned Bill before he went in. After a while Bill went home.

It's a little after 9pm. He is coming out of his drug induced haze and administering a differently type of drug. He is making jokes, as usual, that's how he rolls, his defense. We are still in recovery but anticipate going up to his room soon. I have my pillow and blanket in the car if I feel I need to stay the night with him and the offer from Suzan that she will come stay with him so I can go home and get some rest. 

Thumbs up from the man :-)

6 comments:

Cindy Porter said...

Your man is incredible, as are you. Much love, hugs and prayers to you both as you stand with each other through this. I admire you both for your bond and the commitment you have to fight this fight side by side. Thinking of you...

Molly's Family said...

Molly's Family said....
We are so happy that the surgery is over. We hope that Pat and you get some rest tonight. Please know that we are praying for Pat and for you.
Thumbs up to all of you! That was a touching picture. He is strong and so are you. Take care!
Molly's Family

Kae and Jon said...

So glad the surgery is over and that Pat has the strength and sense of humor to give us all a thumbs up! Loads of love from Pennsylvania!

seaneedles2 said...

You are all truly amazing.have spent time with your mom @ Sea Needles.your crew here is doing great!

Anonymous said...

My children are strong and courageous.
MOM

Anonymous said...

Loved the thumbs up!