A couple of newsworthy items. Dad's chest tube was removed today. It was a drainage tube draining fluid from his chest cavity. This was to help promote healing and also to relieve pressure. Fluid buildup and pressure could have caused a collapsed lung. The only tube remaining is his feeding tube, and he'll have that until he is swallowing correctly.
The other news, dad is now in rehab to start his physical therapy. The rehab building is across the street from the hospital. In rehab he will be working with a physical therapist, speech therapist, and occupational therapist.
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Please let pete and ellen know that we miss them and are praying for them. The pines ranch is waiting for them.
Chris and Georgina Williams
WOW! From ICU to rehab in one week! That's wonderful! We are praying that you can find joyful moments even in this trial. You are a great example to our family with dealing with adversity. We love you Pete-eee!!!
Wow, quite a step! We are so pleased to hear of the progress that is being made. Pass our best on to your dad and mom. Love you guys.
Dear Peter,
Matt and Melenie are doing a superb job with their updates on your progress, Peter.
Friday's report sounds most encouraging with tubes gone except for the feeding tube, which will go to when your swallowing mechanism works again.
Physical therapy will be the way to return you back to the "old Pete", but the mountain this time is going to be quite the challenge - however, don't think that you ever met a hill you couldn't climb!!
With all the friends and family that are sending strong, positive thoughts and love, your progress will continue upward.
Love to you, Ellen, Amy, Matt and Melenie
Bill and Rosemarie Peterson
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