Monday, May 5, 2008

May 5 2008

Good Evening, Well, Neil is still here at Baptist South. The orthopedist came by and said everything was great and Neil was on his way to Health South. Within 10 minutes he was back saying after reviewing the x-rays one more time, he saw a break in a bone in Neil's foot. He thought this would require surgery and that Neil would stay here. He ordered a CAT Scan. Neil had that and later was told by a nurse that there was "dislocation of the 3rd and 4th metatarsal". The nurse has a call in to the doctor to determine if he is planning surgery for tomorrow. Other than this, Neil has had a very good day. Neil's spirits are good in that he does not want to go to Health South and have to return here. He wants to get there and go to work getting back his strength and regaining muscle mass. Since I started writing this, the doctor called Neil. He plans to do surgery tomorrow afternoon around 4ish. He will put pins in to hold the toes in place. The doctor did tell Neil his goal was for Neil to walk Augusta next year on this leg. We love the doctor's goal. This will make you smile. Neil can have breakfast in the morning so he has placed his order. You know he will get exactly what he has ordered. Please pray for Neil's lungs and his leg.

Stan, Shanna's dad, came by and visited with Neil and DeAnn. He said Shanna was having a good day. He indicated they were discussing options for Shanna. Please continue to pray for Shanna's full recovery.

Sue's daughters, Susan and Tommie Lee, came by after Neil did not show up at Health South. They are so sweet to us. We are going to start calling them Aunt Susan and Aunt Tommie Lee. Sue continues to make progress. Please remember her in your prayers.

Please pray for the full recovery of Bonnie Money's father. He was here today having tests.

Listen to this praise report. Bob Robertson, Dothan, got all his tests back following surgery and everything is grand. He will not have to have any further treatment. How can anyone doubt the power of prayer?

6 comments:

Anonymous said...

I definitely don't doubt the power of prayer, not me, nuh uh. It seems as though Neil is in very capable hands and though Health South is the goal, you definitely want him ready for it so he can start work. My prayers are with you.

Lynn

Anonymous said...

Hang in there guys.... We will be praying for the surgery this afternoon. And for a fast recovery, so Neil can be on his way to Health South. We love all of you !!!
Rose & Lennie

Anonymous said...

WOW! Except for the hospital gown (sexy by the way!) I would have thought Neil was in Janie's chair at the shop!! You look great!!!!! I guess Benny will not be able to make any more 1:00 am visits at South because you will be gone before he works again. I know you will be ready for Augusta, but will Augusta be ready for the "new Neil?" I hear the fitness program at HealthSouth is top notch!! Much love to everyone and continued prayers. Kristi Wilkerson

Anonymous said...

Sending healing vibes for those toes and that foot. Neil, we know you'll manage this just as well as you've done with everything else over these past weeks. That summer time hair cut looks great!Love to all, Becky P

Anonymous said...

I'm so glad Neil is still doing well. Gosh, I haven't seen Neil with that much hair in years. I do love the haircut. Ya'll take care and my prayers are still with you.
Love ya,
Ashley and Colin

Anonymous said...

God will get you through this part, too. I bet the staff at Baptist couldn't help but grin just a little, knowing Neil was theirs for a little longer!:) Love you, Melanie