Update on Papa

Lee's dad was moved out of CICU this afternoon to 8 Tower which is the progressive care unit. We are so thankful to GOD for blessing him with some improvements that have allowed this move to happen. He ate solid food tonight for the first time in a week. We're praying that his body can handle it. He had been on liquids for a couple of days and seemed to be tolerating that fair. He's still on oxygen and seems to be laboring to breathe even at rest. Please pray with us that this will resolve soon. His heart continues to be perfectly normal! Praise the Lord for this! CC went home for the night which is a big relief. His room is right in front of the nurses station and I think they will keep a close eye on him. Hopefully she can get some rest herself tonight. We've asked for a repeat x-ray of his abdomen to be sure that the blockage has resolved. One eerie thing that has been going on is he is sleeping with his eyes open. You can never tell if he is awake or sleeping! It is awful. I came in the room today talking to him and he seemed to be awake, but was snoring! I've never been around someone like that so it will take a little time for me to adjust to that sight. I don't want to interrupt his sleep, but I don't want him to think I'm ignoring him either! We are so thankful for the care he has received in the hospital and also the care our family has received. We have been on the receiving end of many calls, prayers, cards, and words of encouragement. It means so much to know that other people care. Please continue to pray for us and I'll try to update in a couple days!