The spinal tap that they did yesterday results came back, the protein levels have not gone down like we were all hoping for. Which means there is still infection, it's gone down slightly but the levels are still pretty high. They are not sure how long it will take for the infection to leave only time will tell.
Some good news is that Acey's staples are coming out today! The incision looks great and Acey just saw it for the first time just a few minutes ago and all he could say was "WOW that's ugly". Some other good news is that he will be going to Rehab tomorrow. He can't wait to get to work on rehabilitation, the sooner he gets started the sooner he can get home. He can't wait to see all his buddies at the Merc in the mornings and can't wait go out for dinner with his State Championship team.
We just want to thank all the people here at the University Hospital that have helped him progress to the point where he can move to the next step, which is rehab. The team here is amazing to work with and have been a huge blessing in our lives. Everyone from the Neurologist, nurses, aides, eyes doctors, infectious disease, surgeon, scientist, radiology, OT (aka"Beth"), and PT, medical students & house keeping, they are all amazing and thank you!!
I am encouraged for Acey and know that he will indeed be having his celebratory dinner with his "girls"/State Champs here in the near future. Remember, you can't rush greatness...even if you have achieved it bEefore. You will get thru this and be even stronger than you were before, if you can imagine...
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Much love and best wishes, Dona D.
P.S. Can't believe you are headed to re-hab already. Okay, now no slacking, Acey. ;) Just joshing you. :) I know you will be a BEAST. :) Expect to see you kicking your heels up in a hand stand like the pic on this blog again real soon.
Born prematurely and struck by polio as an infant, tiny Wilma Rudolph limped through a childhood marred by measles, scarlet fever, whooping cough and a twisted left leg that required a brace. But none of that could contain her spirit.
Fascinated by her older sister’s basketball games, Rudolph was determined to take to the court herself and fought her way through painful rehabilitation and physical therapy. As a high-school player, she caught the eye of the Tennessee State track and field coach, who recognized her tremendous ability and began training her as a runner. At 16, she made the U.S. Olympic team in 1956, winning bronze in the 4x100 relay.
Four years later, she truly made her mark, winning gold in the 100-meter dash, 200-meter dash, and as part of the 400-meter relay team. Her performance in the 200-meter had set a new Olympic record and her relay team had set a new world record—and this from a woman who wasn’t able to walk normally until she was nearly 12.
For Rudolph, the goal was everything. Any obstacles on the way were part of the journey toward greatness. Challenges, restraints, setbacks—these were all things to push against to grow stronger. Her winning mindset was simple: “The triumph can’t be had without the struggle.”
Aint no stopping you two! Wish we were there to crack the whip! Love You Guys, Rusty and Carla
ReplyDeleteAwesome News!! Keep up the great work Ace! Knowing you and your competitiveness, you'll be out in no time! Thanks for the updates! Love you guys!
ReplyDeleteDinner is waiting so just do what you need to come home to your family and "the girls"!! Best Wishes!!
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