Wednesday, March 2, 2016

So it's done...

   (Photo taken towards the end of Charlie's surgery, courtesy 
of Ann's niece, Leah, who is a 4th year Medical Student)

7:00AM Wednesday
Charlie's surgery lasted five hours and went as expected.  He had a good night's sleep before and went into it with an amazing sense of humor. Coming out of the anesthesia has been a bit of a challenge for him, but hour by hour he's become more responsive. His first smile was wonderful to see. The CAT scan at 12:00AM was fine, so another good indication. He is doing really well this morning, making funny remarks, asking lots of questions. What a guy! 

13 comments:

  1. What wonderful news! Hooray for Charlie! Love to you both as you tend to the healing. There is PLENTY of time. No rush! Love Amy

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  2. Thanks so much for the wonderful news, Ann! We can so imagine Charlie's humor as he was getting prepped for surgery. And, what fabulous news that the surgery went well. Continuing to send positive vibes to both you and Charlie!
    Loveya,
    Barb & Dean

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  3. This is the best news ever! Wishing for continued good news and a steady return to wellness.

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  4. HOORAY!!! WHAT A GUY IS RIGHT!!!!!

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  5. Over the moon to read this great news! Hugs all around.

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  6. So glad to hear it went well! Sending lots of love.
    Penny

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  7. This is fantastic news. Thanks for the update. Lots of love heading your way. -Laurie

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  8. This is the most wonderful news! Best to you both and a speedy recovery for Charlie. See you in May,
    Bud and Ruth

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  9. Grateful for good news! May they days ahead progress smoothly! Love to you both!

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  10. Dearest Ann, Charlie, and Family,
    There's a beautiful sunset going on as i write, glinting through a cluster of icicles waving around on honeysuckle shoots. That classic late afternoon bank of clouds suspended over the Adirondacks is picking up every softly smoothed refraction. Sending all of you the expansive sense of well being our beautiful valley has to offer -if only for a mind-wandering moment.
    Ann, thank you for news. Hoping you are finding time to rest now too. (We're here when and if you need us.) So much love,
    xoxMax

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  11. We are delighted over here across the fence! How cool that your niece is in medical school at UVM and could be part of this too. Sending love and light to you all! You are both inspirations to us! Claudia & Al

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  12. Sounds like the Charlie I've always known, moving forward down the field with spirit! Go for the goal. Fred

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