On the Fence

Henry said (yes you read that correctly) that it felt "Like he was riding a fence" this morning.

All is good the pelvis is completely finished!!!!! Henry was able to speak to Bonnie and Barb on the phone this morning, the nurse held the phone to his ear. The talk is that next week they would like to start repairing his crushed elbow and begin the long and painful skin grafts on his leg.

Henry still has alot of surgeries and things to go through but with each one we are closer to getting him walking talking(more) and home.

Surgery went well

Prayers are definitely working! Henry's surgery went well. We received a text from Bonnie around 1am and the Dr had just came out to talk to Her and Barb. It sounds like the pelvis is done yeah. They pinned and plated the back part of the pelvis which is permanent and the plan is to still leave the temporary pins and bar on the front on to heal. Not alot of detail yet but wanted to ensure everyone that the surgery was successful.

The elbow will be a different day and surgery. And lots more prayers and support!

Friday July 9th Evening

Henry was finally taken back to surgery around 6:30pm for a 7hr surgery on his pelvis. The surgery was supposed to begin earlier today but was delayed for other traumas in the hospital. The day was filled with anticipation of when the surgery would begin.

Today was a bit different at the hospital for Barb Bonnie and Hank because now that Henry is aware of what is going on he also was anticipating being taken back to the O.R . I am sure he was excited anxious and very scared at the same time, as we all are, for a very serious and extensive surgery.

As always everyone appreciates the thoughts and prayers of family, friends and well wishers we do not personally know. Word of Henry's condition continues to grow each day and the support is wonderful. Ironically much to Henry's chagrin the internet has been a great source of communication and support, maybe it will change some of his thoughts and he will be doing some of his own updates soon. Take Care, Pray Hard and Stay Safe.

My visit with Henry

I went to see Henry yesterday, (hi Henry!!)

When I arrived, I saw his wife Barb, through the window of his room, reading him cards that were sent. Henry was smiling, and it was great to see! (please keep the cards & letters coming!)

So he can see them, Barb, and his mom, Bonnie have been taping all his cards on the wall in front of his bed.
He has to lay flat, so there is no pressure on the stablizing bar, connected to his pelvis.
There is a beautiful, carved wooden angel, made by his dad, watching over him, and pictures of family & friends all around.

When I came into the room, he started talking to me, man was I surprised!!
I hadn't known he was talking!! It was great to hear his voice!
Henry was alert, his color was good, and he seemed comfortable.
His mother arrived shortly after I did, and his face just lit up when she walked in!
The love in his eyes, when he looks at his wife Barb, leaves you breathless.

He has a major surgery scheduled for today, on his pelvis.
Let us pray, the doctors can do all that needs to be done, and for Henry's strength to stay the course!

We all love you Henry!!!
-Brenda

July 8th Evening

Good Evening everyone,
I just briefly got a text from Barb and she is asking that we all send up extra prayers tonight and tomorrow. Henry will be going in for a big surgery on his pelvis on Friday. Will send updates tomorrow as we get them.

July 6th pm

Henry did not have work on his pelvis today we are not sure why. He did however have his cleaning and was very uncomfortable afterwards so the nurses gave him more sedative so he would rest.

The Dr also reminded us that Henry although recouping nicely is heavily medicated. When he is communicating he will go from subject to subject, we do not want to discourage or frustrate him so follow his lead.

Tuesday July 6th

Henry gets more alert everyday with alot of questions. He has a sheet with the alphabet so he can spell out words to his visitors. He seems to feel most of his pain from his pelvis, so every time he is moved he is in great pain. He has smiled, which was great for Bonnie and Barb to see.

It has been very encouraging for the family to see him not so helpless. God Bless him he is so strong.

Henry went in for surgery around 10am. He is having his leg and elbow cleaning and some work on the pelvis. We are not sure what they are doing to the pelvis hopefully we have more details after the surgery....more to come. I would just like to say how happy I am that Henry is doing better and to be a part of such a wonderful Family. And what great lifelong friends the family has for encouragement support and love. I Love you all very much!