The 10th Florr

     After leaving ICU we were transferred to the 10th at IMC. We had a great view of the west side of the valley from Eldon's ICU room, this time we had a room on the east side of the hospital. When you would open the blinds it looked like someone had taken a huge picture of the Wasatch Mountains. Absolutely magnificent. All the staff on this floor were just as wonderful as the ICU staff. So kind and positive, not one unkind word and not one person with a bad attitude.
     The staff would always ask if they could do something for us. They too didn't mind that we set up house in Eldon's room. I didn't want him to be alone. He never really had been hospitalized before and I was concerned he might feel a little scared or abandoned. I slept in his room Wednesday and Thursday night, sleep is really relative, it was broken sleep. So I ask Heather, the oldest daughter, to stay with her Dad. She slept there on Friday and Saturday night. It so helped me to be able to come and sleep. It was Sunday night that I had to leave Eldon there alone. He did just fine, I think I was more concerned than he was.
     On Monday September 23rd, I went to work in the morning to attempt to do some work and get ready for Eldon coming home. The plan was initially to discharge Eldon on Tuesday. The doctor came in and said they were going to discharge him on Monday. So I was at work on Monday for about 3 hours. Finally, we left the hospital at 4PM. It took forever to get home because of traffic and when we did get home Heather was there and she was so kind to make supper. What a relief! Eldon is home and now we start moving forward on this life path we are on.
     Today is October 4th, we have been home almost two weeks now. The last drain is out, the staples were taken out and he continues to get better. We had a little set back today. His Prograf is too high and his hands are showing the side effects, shaking. I think that's bothering him. Not to mention "cabin fever". The clinic called and said to cut back on his meds. The liver is working really well and they are pleased. I pray we continue to keep forward like we have so far.
    We are grateful for the care and guidance that our Father in Heaven has given us. There is obviously something we are suppose to do in this life. Once, Eldon is feeling better we will need to ask the Lord how and where we can serve him and do those things we have been sent here to do.
    Thanks so much for all the love and support.