November 15

Granny didn't sleep real well last night, but she didn't have any "episodes" or mishaps--which is a good thing! She was moved to the room next door #357. Her neighbor said it was because of a lot of noise that was disturbing other patients (I think that was Granny's original roommate that had a noisy breathing apparatus or something).

Granny is trying to build up her strength, balance & stamina in order to come home. I was hoping she would improve right away, but it looks like it's going to take awhile. She has absolutely no appetite--doesn't want to eat most of the food she is brought (says it doesn't taste good and doesn't even look good). She puts on a happy face when the doctors come in (and we saw 3 of them today) saying she was feeling better, however, as soon as they leave she is back in the dumps--propping her head up on her hand while looking at her food. Says she's bored, but doesn't want to play a game, work a puzzle, read a book, look at the newspaper or magazine, doesn't want the TV on....etc. She's just being abnormal. BUT, this may all be the normal recouperating process and the drugs she has to take may be affecting her appetite. And since she's only been out of the ICU 24 hours, I can't expect her to jump up and dance a jig. Or can I?

The cardiologist that saw her today suggested a rehab program which they have in the hospital on the 1st floor for the patients while in the hospital. So we most likely are going to be in that program for a week unless improvements are dramatic. He said we are going to have to take it slow with Granny on this. Meaning, probably won't be released from the hospital for awhile. The cardiologist had talked with the pulmonary doctor and they both agree that the heart issue appears to be doing fine now, the breathing was sounding good although there was a little bit of wheezing still, but there had to be another reason why she is still so short of breath currently.

I'm a little disappointed, but in actuality, Granny is doing absolutely fantastic. I just need to have more patience. In the meantime, will keep you posted! Keep sending Granny your cards or notes of encouragement. I'm sure she would be thrilled to even get a picture one of the kids drew or colored....how about a picture? I can print those and take 'em to her! (I had stolen some pictures of Radley from Facebook and she looked at those for a long time.)