Long Day 1

It started early and we went through the normal routines of hospital and surgical admitting and before long we headed upstairs to meet the Doctors.  We discussed the surgical plan and the normal things to look out for and then it was go time.   Jake was brought into the OR and we headed downstairs to play the waiting game.  A couple of hours later we headed upstairs to see Jake in recovery and it was interesting to say the least.  Jake was battling with the anesthesia and was irritable and unsettled.   We tried to comfort him but he was bothered by his IV and of course just wanted to go home.   After about 15 minutes, Jake settled and fell back to sleep.   The good news he said he wasn't in pain and slept it off, the bad news the waiting game for a bed.   Jake slept for several more hours and we took turns eating lunch before he decided to wake up for good.   Jake was in much better spirits with some more sleep in him and we met with the surgical fellow and everything went according to plan.  Jake was going to stay at the hospital for observation but the best news of the day was that he didn't have his surprise allergic reaction like last time.   Small things....  Unfortunately, we spent most of the day crammed into the recovery area because there simply wasn't a room available.   Finally, around 5 we got the news and headed to the 6th floor.   Right after settling in, Jake had a Popsicle but shortly thereafter he was sick and threw up.   This happened several times throughout the rest of the evening and the plans for food put on hold and Jake was put on IV fluids.    Perhaps, the medicines, perhaps blood draining into his stomach from the teeth extraction, Jake was just a bit out of sorts. Jake is sleeping it off now so hopefully he will have a restful night and feel better tomorrow.   His face and head are a bit swollen but overall we will take it as a positive day one.    Thank you to everyone who sent messages, photos and expressed their support.  It truly means the world to us that on these days we feel the love and support from our friends and extended families.   Just know your comments, like loves etc. are allread and felt.