Monday, October 30, 2006

We have had a wonderful day. Chris's heart rate is down and in normal sinus. He is in good spirits and they plan on removing the ventilator tomorrow morning as long as things continue to go so well. Chris is very ready to have it out. I must say he has done well communicating-he and Jody, his nurse, talked about the Duvalls and Demarees-the bit of French in his heritage. There is no telling how that come up in conversation but it did. I told Jody that Chris will talk nonstop, (when he feels well) about anything especially if it is history related. It is great to see him in such good spirits. Assuming the vent comes out tomorrow he will be happy about that but then he will have to start working-which I don't think he will like. Keep the good thoughts and prayers coming our way, Chris is over a big hurdle-making it through surgery but now he will have to work to speed his recovery. Take Care. MJ

9 comments:

Graham said...

Chris, Mary Jo, and Aunt Carolyn,

We are so excited to keep reading all the good news from Rochester!!! This blogging thing is pretty cool and it just might catch on. It really sounds as though things couldn't be too much better. We know you all have been through quite a week but please realize that there are many of us at this end who wish we could see all three of you. Continue to take care of each other and we will stay posted courtesy of the Swabby Queen.

Graham, Rhonda, Graham Michael and Stephanie

Anonymous said...

Dearest Chris,

Wishing you a vent-free Halloween!

Our Scarey Best,

Carolyn & Reid

Anonymous said...

I'd like to sell a vowel. Would anyone like to buy an 'E'?

Our Scary Best!!!

Anonymous said...

Hi Johnsons,

Happy Halloween!!! We are praying for only good news today.

Love,

The Bures

Anonymous said...

Happy Halloween. We are hoping Chris gets all treats today and no tricks! We are thrilled that yesterday turned into such a good day! I'm sure today will be even better. The kids are excited about Halloween. Jack is a yellow Ninja, Joey is an inflatable Sumo Wrestler (it is hilarious) & Jessica is going to be a spandex person (who knew that was something to be...I have not seen the costume yet!) Have a great day!

Meg

Anonymous said...

Chris, MJ & Carolyn,
I hope that today brings much more good news! I hope this is one of your best Halloween's ever!

Jane

Anonymous said...

Happy Halloween - and what a wonderful Halloween treat to hear that Chris is doing so well! Apparently our thoughts and prayers have been doing the trick.

It is fantastic to get such wonderful updates and hear that Chris' recovery is moving in the right direction and that he is feeling stronger.

We wish you the best at Mayo, look forward to reading more positive updates and are glad that you are able to celebrate on Halloween!

All our love,
Kelly, Pete, Bridget & Caitlyn

Anonymous said...

Great news from the north! Tell Chris that he has been "lounging" long enough and now must work for his keep. Go out and splurge on some really good chocolate for Halloween!!

Kathy G.

Anonymous said...

Hi Johnsons,

I am thinking of you on Halloween. If you are looking for virtual pumpkin carving go to:www.cubpack81.com. Keep the news good. Love to all.

Julie