6:30 PM

I just went to dinner downstairs and when I returned there had been another 55 hits to this site. I dont know who all of you are but thank you and I will keep you informed.

Holly's pain is under control. She is able to take percocet in pill form and this will help her eventually stay ahead of the pain. I am allowed to stay with her all night but will probably go to the hotel late tonight to get rest for the days to come. She is in very good care here. The neurosurgery intensive care department is an incredible place. There is a nurse for every two rooms, the nurses desk is outside the doors and there is a window so they can see the numerous monitors in each room while standing at their desk. There are two full time neurosurgeons on staff 24/7 who are constantly going in between rooms. There are also many physicians assistants who check her often. I have not had much experience with an intensive care unit, the level of care provided to these patients is incredible. The hall of 30 rooms is filled with patients who have had ruptured aneurysms and related brain issues, I have not seen even one of the other patients out of bed. I am so thankful that this aneurysm was detected and could be treated. I think of the many friends Holly has communicated with on the brain surgery forum and who have also had this procedure and are now living normal lives as Holly will soon. This surgery although invasive, is nothing compared to the long term issues many other patients in this hallway are facing after a rupture. Thank you God! I pray you help heal the other patients and touch their families with your love.