Wednesday, October 01, 2008

Well All Day Doctor Day is finally done. We were lucky and Bo fit in another work out session, so 9 down and 13 more to go. Bo's tests came back pretty good. He was up on two breathing tests and a little down on one, we will keep an eye on it. He blood work came back good, this they are always tweaking. So we need a little more Magnesium and a little less Valcyte. Bo will have to have one more biopsy before we go, so we will plan that in the next couple of weeks along with visiting with our oncologists. Busy, Busy, Busy...
But we do have some exciting news, Bo got his trach out today! Yeah...he sounds a little like Darth Vader when he talks. All they do for this is pull the metal trach out and let his body heal up naturally. So obviously right now he has a big hole in his throat that should heal up completely in a couple of weeks. Now we just wait until the stomach tube comes out. That they are keeping because they are keeping an eye on his weight. Being so young he burns a ton of calories to heal and then add rehab and we are always going backwards. So whenever you see Bo, make sure he is eating otherwise feeding tube is back on. Not a big deal, just bothersome to Bo.
Anyway another doctor and full day done. Now we rest.
Love to All
Christi, Bo and Addi

13 comments:

Anonymous said...

Fantastic! Tell Bo I will fix him some "fried chicken & mashed potatoes w/gravy".

Anonymous said...

Great news. Stick with me. I can fatten you up with junk food. I am so proud of you. You have come such a long way. Keep up the good work. Love and prayers. Pam

Anonymous said...

So proud of you guys!!!! What an awesome testimony. You are such an inspiration to so many. Keep looking up. Blessings to all of your family.

Randy and Kaye Ellington

Anonymous said...

Sounds like things are really going well for you. It was great to see you at TAT. We are still thinking and praying for you and look forward to seeing you at school again soon.

The Geigers

Anonymous said...

I'm so happy to hear such positive news! You are such an inspiring family and are destined for an amazing future togeher! I'm so thankful that I have been able to follow your incredible story. Stay strong and never give up!

Anonymous said...

I'm so happy to hear such positive news! You are such an inspiring family and are destined for an amazing future togeher! I'm so thankful that I have been able to follow your incredible story. Stay strong and never give up!

Anonymous said...

Christi, Bo, and Addi,
Great news!! We are so happy everything is going well.
It sounds like someone should give you guys a side of beef to be put in the freezer so you can get good this winter.
We love you,
Aunt Mary and Uncle Jeff

Anonymous said...

Oh my God, the trach is OUT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!THANK GOD....I KNOW HE IS SO HAPPY ABOUT THAT. WE SURE DO MISS HIM IN REHAB. CAN'T WAIT TO SEE HIM..
BRENDA
PULMONARY REHAB

Anonymous said...

Thrilled to hear all the wonderful news! We know that Bo will beef up quickly with all those great cooks to feed him.

When bo feels up to it, maybe you could snap some new family photos for those of us who are far away? We miss your faces!

Angel Gabi's Daddy said...

That is incredible news! Always here with ya partner!

The Acker Family
Jay, Micah, Gracie, "Angel" Gabi, and Kinsley!

Candace said...

we are thrilled for you guys and cant wait to see you all!!!
Candace

Anonymous said...

Christi, great news - this is a big step and what a great relief to have this out and healing. Be sure and let Bo know I am watching his progress through your notes. You have to be flyin high today! Jeanne T.

Anonymous said...

This is great news!! Party at Bojangles, greasy chicken and biscuts is sure to put some meat on his bones. Lots of Sweet Tea to wash it down.

Jenn in CA