Just a quick update...Michelle is doing well today! The doctors took out the breathing tube, so she can communicate without sign language, which is much easier for everyone. She is doing a lot of sleeping and likes it quiet, but she did ask us to make sure we're updating the blog on a regular basis. I know she would love to talk to you personally if she could!
Michelle's anesthesiologist and surgeon both stopped by separately this afternoon to check on her. They both seemed very pleased. Her surgeon told her that she's a lot better off today than she was 24 hours ago! In response to her gratitude for helping her he said it was an honor, followed by, "You're not totally out of the woods yet, but you're tough as nails."
Tough as nails and surrounded by love and faith...that's got to be the best combination out there for getting better!
Getting that tube out is wonderful. So glad to read this update. Thanks. Love hearing what the docs said. All our love to you both.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the updates! It is comforting for all of us to hear this news. She has touched all of our lives in different ways. Many of us can't be there to hug her so thank you for keeping us updated:). Prayers and love go out for Michelle and all of her amazing family:)
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful news! Michelle is one tough girl. I'm proud of her and grateful she is doing well. Thank you for all your updates.
ReplyDeleteYay for getting the tube out. That's progress. Every day will get better. Love you.
ReplyDeleteMy whole family has been mindful of Michelle's surgery, and keeps asking about updates on her recovery. Thank you so much for posting these updates so frequently.
ReplyDeleteYesterday after school, I asked my 13-year-old son, the two typical questions: Who did you serve today? And when did you feel the spirit today? His quick answer for feeling the spirit was "during fourth period." I said why, what happened during fourth period? His answer was, "I looked at the clock and saw that it was time for sister DuBois surgery to start, so I bowed my head and said a prayer for her." Spencer has never met Michelle, but our family prayers for her every night. I'm heartbroken that Michelle has to go through this trial, but I want to thank her for helping my seventh grade middle school student feel the spirit during fourth period. Even in her fragile state, recovering in ICU, she is still changing young lives. Bless her!! And love to all of you.
We are so happy to hear this and will continue to pray for her.
ReplyDeleteMichelle Burke that was a sweet post about your kid. Thanks for sharing. Indeed Michelle D is still teaching all of us important lessons about faith hope prayer and fighting to live. Miracles are happening.
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