Monday Morning Update

Dr. Forman was in as was Barb his assistant, and Dr. Ahmad called in. The consensus is Judah is holding at this level, and perhaps a tad bit better. Its a very cautious statement, but it keeps the flame of hope going. It is fifteen days since the intubation. The doctors are beginning to talk about removing the tube and doing a trachetomy. This may be a little bit more comfortable for Judah. He still will be sedated to avoid any undue stress to his system. The surgeons will come up to evaluate him and schedule the procedure during the week.

Judah has required platelets again so far today he has not needed additional blood. He will get dialysed later this afternoon.

The nursing staff continues to amaze me with their dedication, love and knowledge. The medical staff is intense, interested and committed. Together they are a formidable team helping Judah and all the patients here.

Early this morning I took a walk around the grounds and started to giggle. Its full summer, all the flower beds that were so meticulously planted in neat rows, small plants in front, tall ones in back, round bushes surrounded by spiked tall trees have been disrupted. Raising their heads in defiant comeback are the summer weeds. The definition of a weed is any plant that you don't want in your garden. Interspersed among curly leafed plants are willowy shoots with long seed heads waving in the wind sending new seeds for next year. No heavy cultivation for them. They erupt deep into the planting beds making it almost impossible to eradicate.

Those of you who know Judah, are aware that he is cheering this maverick on. Hence the giggle. Just like Judah, strong, defiant, and with a great sense of whimsy. Go Weed, Go