Week Two Home
I miss this easy smile right now
Day 8 Home July 16th
It is 1:30 am so it is technically the start of another week. I am exhausted and should be asleep in bed. I cannot sleep. My man has always snored but with this broken nose, his snoring has become epic! I may have to purchase some new ear plugs. We have a busy day of phone calls and appointments ahead. I sit here in gratitude for all the phone calls and messages we have received over the last few days. They have made this journey easier. Thanks and much love to you all.
It is 1:30 am so it is technically the start of another week. I am exhausted and should be asleep in bed. I cannot sleep. My man has always snored but with this broken nose, his snoring has become epic! I may have to purchase some new ear plugs. We have a busy day of phone calls and appointments ahead. I sit here in gratitude for all the phone calls and messages we have received over the last few days. They have made this journey easier. Thanks and much love to you all.
Seth getting a little Physical Therapy with Occupational Therapist Billy
When you are going through something such as an accident, every compassionate person, helpful and kind health care provider, or word of encouragement can help you get through your day. I know we were blessed to be referred to Seth's Occupational Therapist. Billy is kind, hilarious, and puts up with my taking photos for the blog... and yes ladies he is married (I've already had a message asking about that!)
As of Sunday July 15th
As of Sunday night, his right arm is healing with no infections! He did have a lot of pieces of glass work their way to the surface which was pretty freaky. We removed all that he could feel and see. The eye just isn't healing like we wish it to yet. The other arm is getting stiff and sore from not being mobile. He has a small red place we are watching (as per the OT's instructions) around one of the sites where the pins enter but so far it hasn't spread further. We were able to share a few laughs which brightened the spirits of the whole household. The conversations we have in this household are strange! This went something like this:
Our son "Bubba" inquired to his dad " My friend has this goat that has never been bred or had babies but they milk her? How does that happen?"
Seth replied "It's the same as when you milk a woman... they will start having milk"
I gasped from the other side of the room, not really involved in their conversation. "What??? Milk a woman? What woman have you been milking? Never mind...don't answer that."
Seth's response was " I should have said cow."
Never a dull moment! Phew my sides hurt! I realize he meant mothers who adopt can nurse but sometimes the way it comes out leaves us in hysterics. Laughter is definitely good medicine.
Our son "Bubba" inquired to his dad " My friend has this goat that has never been bred or had babies but they milk her? How does that happen?"
Seth replied "It's the same as when you milk a woman... they will start having milk"
I gasped from the other side of the room, not really involved in their conversation. "What??? Milk a woman? What woman have you been milking? Never mind...don't answer that."
Seth's response was " I should have said cow."
Never a dull moment! Phew my sides hurt! I realize he meant mothers who adopt can nurse but sometimes the way it comes out leaves us in hysterics. Laughter is definitely good medicine.
One of the gifts in life Seth has given me is the gift of easy silence. I'm an active, hustle and bustle type of gal. My heart is sensitive and my thoughts are usually positive. The world can seem so over whelming and harsh at times to me, and he has always been a buffer between me and the harsher realities we some times face. It seems as if the roles have reversed for a season. He creates a place of peace and rest for me, and this time of struggle has magnified, in my heart, the place he holds in my life. This journey is bringing me to a greater appreciation of what we have in each other. I am thankful for this gift.
I'm sexy and I know it
Day 9 Home July 17th
A pretty slow day with no doctors appointments but lots of calls to figure out the financial side of life. Glass has been working its way to the surface and causing issues. I went to help him remove what we thought was a tiny sliver and he ended up with a small hole in his arm instead. He has numerous other places festering up and the Occupational Therapist thought he will have to have one large piece removed by his primary physician as it is really starting to bother him!
We have concentrated on resting since we have very few days which do not have doctors appointments. Looking through pictures of the two of us prompted me to turn around and tell him what a sexy man I am lucky to be married to. I guess he decided he wanted to watch some TV and since he cannot wear contacts yet, he had his safety glasses on. I, of course, burst out laughing! I just love him!
The phone calls, flowers, and cards still brighten his day so much. Thank you to each and every one of you who sends thoughtful messages on facebook, through the mail, and texts!
A pretty slow day with no doctors appointments but lots of calls to figure out the financial side of life. Glass has been working its way to the surface and causing issues. I went to help him remove what we thought was a tiny sliver and he ended up with a small hole in his arm instead. He has numerous other places festering up and the Occupational Therapist thought he will have to have one large piece removed by his primary physician as it is really starting to bother him!
We have concentrated on resting since we have very few days which do not have doctors appointments. Looking through pictures of the two of us prompted me to turn around and tell him what a sexy man I am lucky to be married to. I guess he decided he wanted to watch some TV and since he cannot wear contacts yet, he had his safety glasses on. I, of course, burst out laughing! I just love him!
The phone calls, flowers, and cards still brighten his day so much. Thank you to each and every one of you who sends thoughtful messages on facebook, through the mail, and texts!
Gross...yes? Hole from glass working its way out.
Day Ten Home July 18th
Today marks 2 weeks exactly from the date of his accident! :) This morning his arm wound looked amazing to me! He had a productive appointment with OT Billy, and though there will be some tough work coming up once the pins are out of his other wrist, we feel like he is recovering as well as we had hoped!
Billy molded a splint thingy to his arm today to help with the pain from the awkward wrist angle he has. I wish I had gotten pictures of that... it is cool! It was then suggested to adsorb sweat we run down to the store and grab some panty liners (that's me whispering)... apparently they are cheap and work well for the job... who knew? We had a few laughs and now my husband keeps whispering that word at me ... because he knows I embarrass easy! Silly man!
Today marks 2 weeks exactly from the date of his accident! :) This morning his arm wound looked amazing to me! He had a productive appointment with OT Billy, and though there will be some tough work coming up once the pins are out of his other wrist, we feel like he is recovering as well as we had hoped!
Billy molded a splint thingy to his arm today to help with the pain from the awkward wrist angle he has. I wish I had gotten pictures of that... it is cool! It was then suggested to adsorb sweat we run down to the store and grab some panty liners (that's me whispering)... apparently they are cheap and work well for the job... who knew? We had a few laughs and now my husband keeps whispering that word at me ... because he knows I embarrass easy! Silly man!
Day One "Home" This was what it looked like the hour we left the hospital.
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When you look at the first day and then this it is remarkable
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Day Eleven Home July 19th (Thursday)
Another quiet day for us. Days of rest of very important. After a morning of phone calls and errands, Seth is napping. For some reason his left arm is swelling and if it doesn't decrease, I will put in a call to the doctor just to be safe. He is having a noticeably increased amount of pain in the fractured arm. It is hard to see him in pain.
People have been very friendly and curious when we are out and about. In the grocery store today an elderly gentleman took a look at Seth and then at me and stated "Guess you won't talk to her that way again." We laughed (it is only funny because there is no DV in our home). Sometimes you just need to lighten things up a little.
Tomorrow is the BIG day! We will find out whether or not Seth needs surgery due to the orbital bone fractures and if there is any actual damage to the eye. We also have another appointment with the Occupational Therapist. The eye appointments require a drive out of town, so it will be a long one for us!
There were sweet surprises in the mail today from friends and family! Seth loved the card from his Grandpa and Susan as well as the new Rummikub game from Seth's Aunt Cathy and Uncle Dave, to help him pass the time! Now we just need Lil' Bit to get home so she can kick his hiney at it!
Another quiet day for us. Days of rest of very important. After a morning of phone calls and errands, Seth is napping. For some reason his left arm is swelling and if it doesn't decrease, I will put in a call to the doctor just to be safe. He is having a noticeably increased amount of pain in the fractured arm. It is hard to see him in pain.
People have been very friendly and curious when we are out and about. In the grocery store today an elderly gentleman took a look at Seth and then at me and stated "Guess you won't talk to her that way again." We laughed (it is only funny because there is no DV in our home). Sometimes you just need to lighten things up a little.
Tomorrow is the BIG day! We will find out whether or not Seth needs surgery due to the orbital bone fractures and if there is any actual damage to the eye. We also have another appointment with the Occupational Therapist. The eye appointments require a drive out of town, so it will be a long one for us!
There were sweet surprises in the mail today from friends and family! Seth loved the card from his Grandpa and Susan as well as the new Rummikub game from Seth's Aunt Cathy and Uncle Dave, to help him pass the time! Now we just need Lil' Bit to get home so she can kick his hiney at it!
Gift from Family! :)
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Killing time with the new game.
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Day Twelve Home July 20th (Friday)
Today was the big doctors appointment in Jackson. Seth saw the Ophthalmologist first. The basic integrity of the eye and optic nerve are fine, which was a huge relief. The office staff was so kind and helpful, squeezing us in last minute and taking care of getting us copies of everything.
In between appointments we begin trying to track down info on WC and money situations, and ended up more frustrated than satisfied. On a positive note, we were gifted today, which kept us focused on having faith. Those of you who have gifted us, sent Seth presents, notes, emails, cards, and all around good wishes... please know how much it means to all of us... it is the silver lining in these tough times!
The BIG appointment with the Plastic Surgeon face guy did not go as well as we had wished. Seth will be having surgery to correct the damage the fractures to his orbital bone has caused. Next Friday we will return to Jackson for that surgery and for them to remove some of the larger pieces of embedded glass.
Today was the big doctors appointment in Jackson. Seth saw the Ophthalmologist first. The basic integrity of the eye and optic nerve are fine, which was a huge relief. The office staff was so kind and helpful, squeezing us in last minute and taking care of getting us copies of everything.
In between appointments we begin trying to track down info on WC and money situations, and ended up more frustrated than satisfied. On a positive note, we were gifted today, which kept us focused on having faith. Those of you who have gifted us, sent Seth presents, notes, emails, cards, and all around good wishes... please know how much it means to all of us... it is the silver lining in these tough times!
The BIG appointment with the Plastic Surgeon face guy did not go as well as we had wished. Seth will be having surgery to correct the damage the fractures to his orbital bone has caused. Next Friday we will return to Jackson for that surgery and for them to remove some of the larger pieces of embedded glass.
There are things I am beginning to miss... one of them is dancing with my sweet heart. A few years back, knowing how much I LOVE country swing dancing, that handsome cowboy of mine agreed to learn. I'll be if he didn't turn out to be a good dancer. We got on you tube and watched some instructional videos... and have been out on dancing dates ever since. Even when times have been tough ... or we aren't getting along ( like every couple experiences) dancing has been the one steady activity we share. It's our thing. So, I am posting one of "Our Songs" for Seth, so he knows I cannot wait until he is able to swing me around the dance floor (or kitchen) once again. <3
Day Thirteen Home July 21 (Saturday)
It has been 17 days since the accident. The amount of pain he is in is at it's highest. He says it is a different kind of pain. It is deep in the bones of the broken arm and nothing seems to relieve it. Hoping the occupational therapist or orthopedist will be able to give us some ideas this week. The upcoming week brings some challenges with 4 doctors appointments and surgery, as well as taking a drive to the company to see if we can understand a little clearer having to navigate this.
We get to take a drive down a few towns and sign the lease on the new rental. Even with Ms. Em on a ton of medicine, we are barely staying on top of her breathing issues.She had a doctors visit this last week and her O2 was lower than we have seen it in ages. She has showed enough improvement that we are hopeful once we are out of this house and away from the irritants, she will show rapid and marked improvement. Ten days until we move and then hopefully I can get back up to Montana to get the remainder of our belongings.
This week will bring the rest of our kids home. We cannot wait for them to be here. Our daughter's clutch went out on her car... and wouldn't you know it VW parts are not easy to obtain so it has taken a little time. As soon as the mechanic back in Montana (THANK YOU JACK!) gets it finished they will be on their way here! I know having the other kids here will help Seth feel more grounded and able to focus on tasks here.
Balancing all of the things which come with an injury, as well as life with a kazillion kids is a challenge. I'm thankful Seth is on the mend and after Friday we hope the worst will be behind us and he can focus on recovering completely. Thanks a million for all your kind thoughts and prayers... I know I say this every day.... but we really mean it! :)
As the weekend was upon us, Seth developed severe headaches, dizziness and disorientation which seemed to come and go. . After a call to the ER, we decided to just watch him.
It has been 17 days since the accident. The amount of pain he is in is at it's highest. He says it is a different kind of pain. It is deep in the bones of the broken arm and nothing seems to relieve it. Hoping the occupational therapist or orthopedist will be able to give us some ideas this week. The upcoming week brings some challenges with 4 doctors appointments and surgery, as well as taking a drive to the company to see if we can understand a little clearer having to navigate this.
We get to take a drive down a few towns and sign the lease on the new rental. Even with Ms. Em on a ton of medicine, we are barely staying on top of her breathing issues.She had a doctors visit this last week and her O2 was lower than we have seen it in ages. She has showed enough improvement that we are hopeful once we are out of this house and away from the irritants, she will show rapid and marked improvement. Ten days until we move and then hopefully I can get back up to Montana to get the remainder of our belongings.
This week will bring the rest of our kids home. We cannot wait for them to be here. Our daughter's clutch went out on her car... and wouldn't you know it VW parts are not easy to obtain so it has taken a little time. As soon as the mechanic back in Montana (THANK YOU JACK!) gets it finished they will be on their way here! I know having the other kids here will help Seth feel more grounded and able to focus on tasks here.
Balancing all of the things which come with an injury, as well as life with a kazillion kids is a challenge. I'm thankful Seth is on the mend and after Friday we hope the worst will be behind us and he can focus on recovering completely. Thanks a million for all your kind thoughts and prayers... I know I say this every day.... but we really mean it! :)
As the weekend was upon us, Seth developed severe headaches, dizziness and disorientation which seemed to come and go. . After a call to the ER, we decided to just watch him.
Blueberry, Apricot, and Raspberry
Day Fourteen Home July 22nd (Sunday)
Truly a day of rest for us. Seth's headache feels debilitating and the pain in his left arm has increased. There is a new burning sensation and increased swelling. Just made sure he was comfortable and well fed. The emotional part of watching your loved one struggling and his frustration is a very hard part of this.
I spent most of the day making all sorts of Jams and Syrups. He was happy to sample each kind as it was finished. Raspberry, Blueberry, and Apricot are all done. I'll need to find some apples this fall... hopefully locally! :)
Truly a day of rest for us. Seth's headache feels debilitating and the pain in his left arm has increased. There is a new burning sensation and increased swelling. Just made sure he was comfortable and well fed. The emotional part of watching your loved one struggling and his frustration is a very hard part of this.
I spent most of the day making all sorts of Jams and Syrups. He was happy to sample each kind as it was finished. Raspberry, Blueberry, and Apricot are all done. I'll need to find some apples this fall... hopefully locally! :)
Prayer Request Page Link Here
We have had several requests on placing a donate button to help out the family during this trying time, so after much thought and consideration a paypal button has been added. The funds will be used to cover expenses not met by insurance or workmans comp, which have already started piling up. :) Please know whether someone gives $5, $50, or just prayers and good thoughts... each and every one is a gift to us, so please do not feel pressured. Blessings xoxo
