Sam is now in the penthouse flat with a great view (a lake view with 5 fountains), 2 beds (sleepovers anyone???), a rocker and easy chair, and lots of room left over. He likes his new location, away from all the frantic ICU beeps and alarms.... definitely a more relaxed approach in Rm 5907. The new Phone # is 343-6509, so give Sam a call. Sam's biggest complaint today is that he just wants to get some shut eye. The new nurses, in addition to the respiratory therapist, the food tech., janitorial service, music therapist (nice facility downstairs with guitars, drums, keys boards etc. donated by the band AC/DC, whose lead guitarist is living in Gulf Harbor)......all are coming in to give therapy, medication, clean, take the dinner order, and ask for Sam to come play music.
Our big question and certainly Sam's big question is "when does he go home"? Well at least 2 of the requirements have been revealed as to what criteria he must meet to be sent home. One is the blood work number for his CRP (= C reactive protein) which is an indication of the amount of inflammation in the body. Sam's was up at about 60 and is now at 1.4, it has to be at least 0.9 for him to go home. Also, his respiration/minute should be in the teens before they let him go home. Today they have been around 24, yesterday around 27. So we wait and see over the next few days. His parents did point out that on Tuesday he will receive his first homework load from his teachers, which should be more stimulating than just hanging around vegetating....(or so his parents think). Sam may not agree on that one. He does seem to every once in a while, be a little bored with the video games.
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Sam- looks like your hair is long and you are ready to start jamming with the music therapist. Justin is finished with the song which he wrote for you, but is trying to write lyrics before he records/ downloads it to you. You are making progress each day now, so keep your chin up. XOOXOXO
Hi Sam,
Seems like a lot of progress is being made each and everyday.........although you haven't quite reached those magic numbers that will allow you to go home. Maybe just a few more days. At least it's the weekend, which may allow some of your buddies to stop by and see you in your new, luxurious, roomier accomodations. Sounds like you're a popular fellow, with many friends. Through the blogs I've met Brenden, Max, Amelia, Bobby, Zach, Elise, and a few other of your mates (I love that term for friends from Aunt Sara). I know that your terrific family has been there for you 24/7 and those of us who are far away have tried to spiritually be with you each day........but visiting with your friends is probably the best medicine for you now. So enjoy your weekend (as best as you can) and yuck it up with your cronies. We're all hoping and praying that you reach those needed numbers very soon so that you will be able to return to your own digs. That will be a big step for everyone! We love you much and you are quite a trooper, neph. Hope to talk to you and your family soon. Love to all, Aunt Marsha and the Madison connection.
Hello everyone! Sam, you look like a robo cop. And a dang handsome one, too. I think you should go down and jam with ACDC. Remember those drum parts I showed you?
Boom boom chick rest
Boom boom chick chick. repeat. Put some swing into it. Feel the soul!
Happy Birthday wishes to the girls. We miss you guys. love, Aunt Wendy and Uncle Scott
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