Recovery Day

Just had a chance to see Sarah, again. I timed it just right...Dr. Soliman, the chief resident and one of the surgeons who operated on Sarah, was there and I was able to speak with him.

He did a quick neurological evaluation on Sarah. She was able to follow his finger with her eyes in all directions, she could stick her tongue out and move it side to side, she could give a thumbs up on both hands upon command as well as squeeze our hands, and she could move her feet on command.

He said today is a recovery day since it was such an extensive surgery. They will continue to monitor her as well as the pressure and fluid on her brain as the brain stem continues to go back to normal. They want to monitor it carefully to see how surrounding nerves react to the movement as well.

As I left she was being taken back for another MRI to see how things are taking new shape up there.

Her memory seems to be good as she remembered us visiting her last night. She was also able to speak clearer with me this morning than last night which is awesome. She also said she feels like she's been hit by a truck right now and her head feels like concrete, so rest, rest and more rest is the order of the day.


When I told her about everyone's well wishes and prayers she said, "It's overwhelming." and it truly is.

Our most heartfelt thanks to everyone for your love and support. Have a great Saturday and we'll continue to update you as the day goes on.

Josh