Day 3

Ashlyn was moved to CCU last night. She had some issues with vomiting yesterday, most likely related to the pain meds. She was really uncomfortable before bed and needed a dose of morphine to get to sleep. She didn't sleep through the whole night either, but today was a much better day. She was much brighter, more comfortable, and even smiled and seemed more like herself. She still is not eating or drinking much, but ate a little more than yesterday. Now that her chest tube is out, it is expected that some fluid will start to collect in the chest. Sure enough this morning's x-ray did show some fluid building up on the right side. It was exciting to see Ashlyn out of bed today and playing with toys in the playroom this evening. She is still too weak to stand, but the more she gets moving, the more easily she can get rid of the fluid. She also is still being weaned off oxygen; she was off of it for a while today, but after a few hours it needed to beturned back on.

It has truly been wonderful to know that Ashlyn has been completely surrounded by the prayers of so many, even some we don't know. We are thankful as we see those prayers at work. Please continue to pray for her healing and specifically for an improved appetite.