Joyce, did you see that article in the paper today about . . . .

Today was day of waiting! The nasal-gastro tube was put in successfully yesterday and our doctor wanted to see how it goes for a full day.

JOYCE HAD A VERY GOOD NIGHTS SLEEP!!

Doug said: That is the best thing that could happen today!
Joyce said: The best thing to happen today is that Doug is here! (Can you beat that!)

She was only up once during the night and slept until about 8:00. She still has not caught up with what she lost though and she did have a couple of naps today. That NG tube is doing the job (about 800 ml has come out), but it is a lousy thing to have hanging around and irritating her throat!

Some good things--No vomiting, her blood pressure is down, her legs are not as swollen, and her blood sugar is down.

Another really good thing is that she is getting hungry!! Up to now she could hardly stand to see or smell food. That is akin to me not ever wanting ice cream again! (Shutter)

Tomorrow we will see the doctor again and find out what she recommends. If we can disconnect from the NG tube and/or the IV, we can take a nice walk along the boardwalk in back of the hospital. Maybe I better bring a couple of sweaters!

Doug