want to tell people that Ben is even slightly improved because then
they'll stop praying." Please don't. But he is improving. His oxygen
level on the ventilator is down, his neutrophils (which fight
infection) are up, his temperature is down and his blood pressure is
stable. We are very thankful. The ICU staff will keep monitoring him
over the next couple of days and all being well, they will be able to
remove his breathing tube and wake him up.
In the meantime Ben is trying to inflict grievous bodily harm on his
carers. His night nurse is sure he has a hand injury from Ben crushing
his hand in one slightly more wakeful episode. Pushing and shoving
while he was quite confused he nearly managed to escape from his bed
with his 5,000 tubes trailing behind him. While it's not pleasant
watching these episodes we can't help seeing it as a sign of Ben's
famous fighting spirit.
On the home front, we ate Chicken Townhouse last night. I know, I
know, it's like the end of an era. We hope there won't be a collective
global 'groan' at this news. We took a photo to post later today. And
don't be sad for Ben. There is more Chicken Townhouse where that came
from.
We still want to say thankyou to so many people for their acts and
thoughts of kindness. So many messages, so many meals, and such great
hospital staff. Thank you.
8 comments:
Janeen Barker (nee Boyd) sends her love and support to Ben, Lindy and Chris and family, Jill and family, Meg and Nikki, and Ralph and Wilga.
Sue Reid (London) sends her love and support.
Louise says: Hi Chris, LA and family,
Great news! What a rollercoaster this is. Continuing to pray. God IS good and can do amazing things.
Much love,
Louise V. and Co.
No! Not the townhouse!
LA you should go into blogging fulltime.
Hang in there Ben.
PY2
I have been fortunate to spend the last few days with Ben's "Mama and Gumpa". Along with their prayers, they have a mantra to send constant and positive thoughts Ben's way. "C'mon Ben!" I find I am also using this mantra, and imagine Ben's loved ones, wandering the streets, going about their daily routines, saying, "C'MON BEN!!" It would look a bit odd.
But whatever...
"C'MON BEN!!!"
Thinking of you all
Yep! Chicken Townhouse in endless supply.
An acknowledgement: Chicken Townhouse originally appeared in Hazelbrook School Recipe Book, submitted by Mariel Jaccoud.
Love love love Mama the UCT cook
Never had (or heard of) Chicken townhouse before this blog. Will have to check it out - perhaps one of the ways Ben is being a blessing to others?
LA - any links to a recipe?
Dear Bloggers,
I have to admit, this is the first time I have been happy to hear a nurse has been hurt in the line of duty.. Well happy is the wrong word, but it was so good to hear Ben is fighting this. Thanks again for making updates so regular and detailed. Much love and so many prayers. xox
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