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Updates on Jack
We got home an hour or so ago from Fort Worth after the completion of 2 successful procedures. Rob, Jack, Elaine (Rob's mom), and I went to Fort Worth yesterday and stayed in a hotel close to the hospital. We got there bright and early this morning and checked in. All went well, but Jack's nerves got the better of him and he lost yesterday's food (as he couldn't eat today at all) a couple of times. He was real nervous. When I explained to the anasthesiologist that the last time Jack had surgery he couldn't open his eyes, walk, eat or talk for weeks, he understood why Jack was a little nervous. All and all it went well, and Jack was ready to go as soon as he started waking up. An hour or so in recovery and we headed back to Abilene.
Dr. Moody gave Jack Batman sunglasses and a baseball cap to help protect his eyes from the bright sunlight, and Jack has said he plans on not taking them off even at night. He took one look at his eyes in the mirror and noticed the trauma inside his eyes (all the blood) and turned away pretty quick. I think that the sunglasses are a good choice until his eyes heal up a bit. Karene and Sarah joined us in the hospital to wait out the surgery and it made time go quick and when I don't think that I will ever laugh again, I crack up at my wonderfully entertaining friends. Thanks to both of you for making the drive and then taking care of us when we got home.
We know we are supposed to start chemo this week, but don't know date or time. Keep Jack in your prayers as this is a procedure filled week, and he has alot of stuff to work through, although he is doing a good job of it. Thanks for all your prayers.
Tammy

Comments

Anonymous said…
Praise God for two successful procedures today! I bet those sunglasses and baseball cap make Jack look really cool! He'll be the envy of all the other boys! Glad to everything went well and that you are home safe and sound once again! You've been in our thoughts and prayers all day. We've checked the blog frequently for updates.
Love you guys!
Gwen
Anonymous said…
I know it has been a long day for your family. So glad to hear you are back home. I have thought about you guys so much. Am so thankful to hear that everything went so well. I will be petitioning God on Jack's behalf! Stay strong - He is faithful. Tammy your were awesome this weekend! Love you, Jacki
Anonymous said…
Tammy and all. We have kept the prayers going. We know that this is a small hurdle, but one out of the way. We know the kids will enjoy a weekend at the Ambassador and how handsome the guys will all look with matching hairdos. We love you all! ;>) Foy and Mary Sue
Anonymous said…
Prayers have been going up all day long and it's great to hear the procedures today were successful. It's great to hear you are all back home safely. Continue to lean on your family and your church family to support you through the days ahead.
Anonymous said…
If there is anything I can do for yall, Rob you know I will, I'd rather not chew on tin foil but anything else ok. You guys are such an inspiration, And Im really jealous of those sunglasses. Prayers are on the hour. Pat
Anonymous said…
Good to hear all went well with the eye surgery and medi-port. Prayers have been lifted on your behalf from our family. Stay strong and faithful and know the Lord is in control of all. Lean on him for your daily strength. I bet those Batman glasses are really cool! I'm sure Jack looks totally handsome in them! Hugs to you all! James, Teri, Brittany & Ashlee
Anonymous said…
We love you very much and are keeping you and Jack in our prayers.

Love,
Matthew and Lauren
Anonymous said…
Even though we are far away at this time, know that you are thought about and being prayed for in Dilley, TX. Glad to hear that his procedures happened without a hitch. God bless you all.

Rebecca and Jeff Leggett, Jake and Jillian
Anonymous said…
It was sure good to see you guys at church tonight!!! God is good. Praise God that Jack made it through both procedures successfully. Glad that Jack likes those new sunglasses. I know it was comforting for the doctor to have planned ahead to make things easier. I will continue to pray that God put His loving arms around you guys as Jack starts chemo. Stay strong!!

Love ya,

Rene
Anonymous said…
We are so thankful Jack's procedures went well. I am still numb at all this recent news and so amazed at your strength. I am so grateful for all the support of your friends during this time. They say laughter is the best medicine, and I think you need an extra-extra dosage. Jack is so very brave; he's our super hero! I can just see him in his sunglasses and cap weilding his light saber! We are so grateful for the time we shared in Abilene with everyone and keep you all continually in our prayers.

Love you and miss you guys!
p.s. Jack-I've been watching some yu-gi-oh so we can do some more dueling when I see you! Joey says hi!
Anonymous said…
Sorry, I didn't sign!!----The last posting was from Aunt Debbie!

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