Post Surgery Day 2 by Francy DeVries Thursday January 22nd 2009

Mary Jo had a rough night last night. The staff was unfortunately not as attentive. She was left with an empty morphine pump for 20 minutes. If ya haven't seen her already, just so you know she has a "weak" voice due to the tube they put in your through when she was "put under" for surgery. Time will bring her voice back. This morning she has a pretty bad headache, so they are getting her something for that (around 9:00). Dr Morrison (plastic surgeon) was in and said that she is doing good. She has good blood flow to her "new" skin, which is exactly what they want. He has asked the nursing staff to wash her hair, cuz it itches badly. She will remain in the ICU until Friday evening or Saturday morning. She is in room 1105. Talked to Mary Jo around 2:00 and she going to be getting ready to get up, she is really tired and still has a headache. For those that plan to visit her please do not wear perfume or perfume lotions, it is really bothering her. Mary Jo is pretty tired today, nurses are limiting visitors and letting her sleep. At 5:30 Mom and Dad going to see if she is awake. Talked to Mary Jo later in the evening. She was able to get up today and get her hair washed. She also got some medication for the upset stomach and that not only made her stomach feel better, but her headache too. More updates tomorrow.