I chatted briefly with Brad this morning and was promised an e-mail for all the faithful blog readers. Alas, I have said e-mail.
Things are going pretty good. Brit was moved out of the ICU this evening and she is now on their step-down floor, room #7814. She is adjusting to having the trach and being on the ventilator as well as anyone had expected. They did find that she has C-Dif, which is causing her some stomach pain and fevers, but she has been on the anti-biotics to clear that up now for two days. Hopefully that will soon be under control and she will feel somewhat better.
Now that she is finally on the step-down floor, physical therapy is about to begin in full force. Her doctors talked with her some about what to expect from the physical therapists. Although the task seems daunting, Brittany is ready for the challenge. She knows that it is what she needs to do to get ready for transplant, and she knows that her family and friends are behind her 100%. I know that she will have some bad days ahead, but I know that she has the determination to succeed in getting herself in conditon for transplant.
I would like to thank everyone for all the wonderful and positive comments that have been posted. And most of all for all of their thoughts and prayers.
Good Work Brittany! We can't wait to hear from you!!
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We're pulling for you!!!! Keep the positive thinking going. You have a great attitude coach (Jamie) to help you along. And lots of us thinking of you!!
Hi Brittany!
We're long-time friends of the Crase Clan and have been keeping up with your ups and downs since day one and think of you lots. We wish you strength to conquer all the obstacles you face. What Jamie and Kathy have told me about you makes me a believer in you . . . you can do it. Be tough!! I know you'll be cussing the physical therapy. You've certainly earned the right to rant and rave -- but Just Do It! and be stronger for it.
We look forward to more posts and hearing how you're doing. (Thanks for the Blog, Jamie.)
Sharon'nPete Martinez
Hey Brittany,
I am glad that you are doing good. I hope everything goes well. YOu are always in my thoughts and prayers. Keep getting stronger and healthy. Good luck in the up coming tasks. Congraulations on getting out of the ICU.
Hey Brittany,
Glad to hear the trach procedure went well. Hope the PT isn't too stressful for you. I have complete faith that you are up for the challenge in getting ready for the transplant. I keep you in my thoughts and prayers and wish you well.
It's almost lawn mowing time again and could use your help when you're up for it! :) Okay maybe, you can just sit on your grandparents' front porch and give me orders. You'd like that wouldn't you! I think of you often. Take care.
Jody Parsons.
Just wanted to stop by and say hello and that we are thinking of you each day.
We are in Butte to pick up Pete's sister and take her home with us. Woke up to snow this morning, so spring is not here yet!
Decided I had better break out my computer and check the passes before we head home tomorrow.
Work hard for those therapists, you can do this!
Love, Pete & Kathy
Brittany,
Snow in Washington yesterday, can you believe it? The snowflakes here in Olympia were about as big as a half dollar. A group of us went out to dinner with Jamie and John on Friday. Jamie was excited to share your good news. It sounds like you are getting ready for physical therapy. An old saying in crew, "no pain, no gain!" You are going to see so much progress each day. Rememebr, it will be hard at first, but each day will get easier and easier.
Have a fabulous Sunday.
Jennifer and Katelyn
Brittany, Everyone here at Airlift NW wish you well. Keep up the good work!
My husband and I are friends with your Uncle Aaron. He's been keeping us updated on how things are going. Stay strong girl!
Hi Brittany,
I love reading this blog and hearing about your progress. You've been in my thoughts and prayers since our flight to North Carolina. We are all sending you and your family good (no great thoughts). Stay tough sweetie!!
Love, Barb (alnw rn)
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