Thursday 2-24-11 2:30 PM

Not much new today.  Last night was pretty tough, but this morning was somewhat better.  The waves of nausea are still present but he did feel well enough an hour ago to get up and shower.  We had planned to go for a walk around the floor, but he felt light-headed so he's sleeping now.  I think I have finally convinced him to take the zofran (anti-nausea) injection and the pain meds as often as he can have them instead of waiting until he's in a terrible state before asking.  The nurses are talking to him as well and educating him about pain management and such, explaining that it's easier and more effective to control if you keep a baseline going .  That makes it easier to bring the pain or nausea down rather than having to pull him completely out of the dirt each time.  I think after last night he's becoming convinced.  It's going to take a little doing to break through that tough-guy shell and convince Superman to take his cape off once in a while. 

No procedures today.  Just waiting for the surgeon to come in later and discuss the portacath procedure scheduled for tomorrow.   Ed told me he isn't up for visitors today and I know some of you are anxious to stop by.  It's just a day by day, even hour by hour thing right now until we get used to what to expect and how to manage it.  More beautiful flowers and plants today - thank you so much.  He really does love them.  And friends dropping off cards and photo albums - he has so so much enjoyed looking at pics of good times and fun memories.  All of those things make him smile and know how much he is loved.

You wouldn't believe what is going on at the house in anticipation of his return home - the master bath is being completely remodeled and so many people are pitching in and working late into the night and giving their time to make it happen just like in "Extreme Home Makeover".  I'm expecting Ty Pennington to roll up in Ed's motorhome any minute!  Thanks to everyone who is working, helping and facilitating those who are working and helping.   Ed only knows part of what is going on.  I think he'll be surprised.  It's amazing.  Thank you all so much.  I think I'm going to have to learn that phrase in more languages so you won't get tired of hearing it.  Plain old "thank you" doesn't nearly seem to cover it. 

Ed has really enjoyed hearing the comments that have been posted, so feel free to keep those coming.  I'll check in again later this evening.

Hi from Ed and love to you all.
Liz