Dad finally got to eat today!
He has been living off ice chips and electrolytes via IV for the past few days so for him to be able to have food was such a blessing.
And those of you who know Dad, know that Jell-o is on the bottom of the priority list when it comes to food. At Thanksgiving dinner he doesn't even bother to contaminate his plate with it. My dad is a steak and shrimp kind of man.
But Mom said he ate his entire bowl of Jell-o, drank all his broth and even had two small cups of juice.
And he was GRATEFUL!
The Dietician came in and asked if there were anything else he would like. He said he was so full he couldn't imagine eating anything else. But he did mention that he'd love some shrimp or steak later.
Mom joked that perhaps they could bring him some shrimp-flavored Jell-o or some steak-flavored broth.
Baby steps, Dad.
Thank you again for your continued support, prayers and comments on this blog. Together we will beat this disease and bring Dad home; and you'll all be invited to come celebrate with us over a steak and shrimp feast!
Dad, I'm so happy you were able to eat something today! See, you're getting better every second!! You're so strong and we know you can fight this!!!
ReplyDeleteI love you very very much! You're the best!
Karen
Hi Earl! I miss seeing your smile and getting those great big hugs! What a great example you and your family are to everyone. I wish you the best of luck and hope to catch up again soon!
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear he is doing better! You really scared us Mr! We miss you guys!!!
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear you are doing better. You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. We love you!
ReplyDeleteHi Earl and Suzie,
ReplyDeleteWe're so glad to read that you are continuing to improve, Earl. We want you to get better as you need to come back up to visit us in Canada again. We loved it when you came up before with Rhett, April & family. We'll continue to keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers each day and hope to see you soon. Kiss Diana, Marley and Cohen for me. We know the Lord will continue to bless you and your wonderful family. They are AWESOME! Love to you all, Bonny West and Family