Friday, November 28th

Pai was released from hospital on November 18th.  He is doing well!  Thank God!  Electrolytes are back to normal.  

Yesterday, marked 3 months from the surgery.  After 3 months, wound is still healing, but almost completely healed.  We have all been patient knowing wound will heal in God's timing and not ours.  

Pai will meet with a new Prosthetist next week for the first time.  Hopefully, the meeting will go well and we can move forward with Pai getting fitted for Prosthesis.  

"God, I pray for healing to Pai's wound.  That it heals soon, so that he can get back to living a normal life again.  Pai has been so patient.  Thank you for taking away the pain and that Pai has not needed pain medicine for weeks now.  Thank you for helping Pai recover for the low sodium episode.  Help us to make the right decisions regarding any new meds, so that Pai doesn't have anymore serious side effects again.  In Jesus Name, AMEN!" 

Thursday, November 13th

It has been quite sometime since I have written.  I guess I haven't written because there hasn't been anything too new to report.  Pai's wound has been healing.  We are getting closer and closer for him to be ready to be fitted for Prosthetic.

Big change...Last night, Pai was not himself.  He became confused and disoriented.  Mae and Val called 911. Ambulance transported him to hospital.

Long story short...his sodium level is low causing confusion and memory loss.  He is being treated at the hospital.  Doctors are working to get his sodium level back to normal.  It appears that the low sodium level may be the side effect of a new medicine.

I saw Pai this evening.  He is almost non-responsive.  The sedative he is being given contribute to the non-responsiveness.  It is extremely difficult for me to see my dad in this state.  I talk to him, but I am unsure if he knows it's me.

When I arrived in his room, he was praying quietly to himself over and over again.  "Holy Mary, Full of Grace..."  Pai has a strong faith in God.  He was praying faithfully.

"God...please help Pai get back to normal again.  I pray for continued healing and recovery from whatever is causing the sodium to drop.  I pray that the sodium level goes back to normal safely.  I pray for the Doctors to make the right decision for Pai.  In Jesus Name, AMEN!"

Tuesday, October 28th

Pai continues to heal.  He is doing well, but pain is still present.  Some days are better than others, but overall the pain meds are helping.  Some days he takes more pain med than on other days.   The wound is still healing, 2 months later.  Hard to believe the amputation took place 2 months ago yesterday.  I predict it will take at least 2 more weeks for scab from incision to fall off and for Pai to be ready for Prosthesis.  I have a feeling it may take another 3 to 4 weeks before Pai has the Prosthesis.

He says he is doing well mentally and emotionally.  Pai understands that this is a process and healing cannot be rushed.

God has been so good to us.  I am reminded every day of God's Greatness.  I have been trusting in Him that He will make all things right for Pai.  This whole experience with Pai has strengthened my faith.

Sean and I pray for Pai (and others) each morning at breakfast.  It's been so wonderful to hear Sean pray for Avo's healing and "new foot".  There is power in prayer.  And God is answering our prayers!

"Thank You God for all you are doing in our lives...Thank You for loving us and taking care of us."

Tuesday, October 21st

Pai had a good night's sleep.  Some nights he sleeps well, other nights, not so well.  He isn't taking over-the-counter sleep aide any longer.  Most days, he looks good, rested and healthy even though he is still in pain.   He didn't take any pain medicine for a week, but then last Saturday, he started again.  He still needs it.  I am hoping and praying that Pai will no longer need pain medicine.  I am praying for a pain free and comfortable life for Pai.  I know that there are "normal" aches and pains from simply getting old, but I am hoping outside of the "normal" aches and pains, Pai will one day (very soon) be pain free.  That would be awesome!  I know I serve a Big God and that all things are possible.  I will continue to pray.

Sean and I pray together before breakfast and we always pray for Avo (Pai).  When Sean leads in prayer, he remembers to pray for Avo.  "I pray for Avo's doi doi (owie) to get better."    It's awesome to hear my 3 year old son pray for his Grandpa.

We are still waiting for Pai's wound to heal before he is ready for the next step (no pun intended).  Next...being cast for a Prosthetic.

Thursday, October 16th

Good news...Pai hasn't taken any pain medicine since last Saturday night.  He's still feeling some pain, but not enough to take medicine.

There isn't really a lot to report, except that the home nurse is no longer coming to their home and the Physical and Occupational Therapist also stopped recently.  The therapists both had good things to report about Pai.  The PT thinks after Pai gets the Prosthetic, he will be able to walk without support of a walker or cane.  That would be great, but we will wait and see how things go.

Pai will begin OT and PT again after he receives the Prosthetic.  

We are still waiting on Pai's wound to heal and for the scab to fall off before he gets the Prosthetic.

We are simply waiting at this point.  It may be a few more weeks before Pai is up and walking.

"God, Thank you for taking care of Pai.  I know you have it all under control.  I pray for Pai's continued healing.  In Jesus Name, Amen!"

Monday, October 6th

Pai's wound is healing gradually.  Some of the scab from the incision is beginning to fall off, but Pai may still have a few weeks before he is healed well enough for the Prosthetic.  I was told everyone heals differently. 

His pain is lessening, but it's still not gone.  He remains on pain medicine. 

The OT and PT will have their final home visits this week.  The PT said that Pai will continue with Physical Therapy after he gets the Prosthetic, in the meantime he will continue to do his exercises at home. 

Pai continues to wear the shrinker to help compress and heal his limb. 

His state of mind appears to be positive.  Mae is helping him, but also letting him do things for himself.  The goal is for Pai to be as independent as possible, but this will take time. 

The Physical Therapist said Pai is a good patient and that he thinks that after Pai gets the Prosthetic leg, he will be able to walk without any support from a walker or cane.  That was good news.  We will hope for the best.

Friday, October 3rd

Pai is continuing to heal and get Occupational and Physical Therapy.  He is doing really good getting around on the walker at home.

He is still taking pain medicine, but the pain from the amputation is lessening.  Pai is sleeping better with the help of an over the counter sleep aide.

Pai's attitude and state of mind appear to be good.  He is starting to want to get outdoors more. Pai mentioned getting out solo in the wheel chair for a stroll in the neighborhood.

"Things" seem to be getting better as Pai continues to heal.  I am getting used to the fact that my dad is now an "Amputee".  It's a process...getting to the point of acceptance.

God is good and will continue to take care of Pai.

"God, I pray for Pai's continued healing and recovery.
I pray for the right persons to be placed in Pai's life to help him on his road to recovery...Prosthetist,  Doctors, Therapists, etc.  I pray for Pai's continued body strength and positive state of mind."