Wednesday, October 8, 2008

One Week Down

It amazes Christa and me that only one week ago Carly was just about finished with her marathon surgery session. It has been the longest week of our lives by far, but it is also pretty incredible how far Carly has come in such a short time.

Today Carly had a CT scan to evaluate the swelling in her brain and everything looked good. They removed the drain from her head and used one stitch to close the hole. Although Carly didn't particularly love this it has made moving her from her bed significantly easier and we are one step closer to moving out of the PICU. I can't tell you all how much your support and love has helped get us this far, we appreciate it each and every day.

Love, Brad

11 comments:

Unknown said...

A hug and a kiss to my favorite little rockstar. She's amazing. So are the two of you, hang in there. I hope I get to see you soon. Thanks for your words and pictures on here, it makes me smile to see her face.

NicciN said...

So glad to hear that you made that milestone. You all are doing great. Much love and continued healing.

Anonymous said...

Great news Brad! Thanks again for the updates. We send our love out to you, Christa and especially lil Carly. Stay strong and keep taking it one day at a time. We love seeing the photos of Carly, such an adorable fighter! Best wishes.

Mark and Lance

Anonymous said...

Carly is looking great. Thanks for the updates and pictures, so glad to hear she's recovering so quickly. Hope you two are doing well and staying strong. Hugs all around!

Anonymous said...

Wow. It is great that Carly can get back to "normal" now. You two have showed us the true meaning of strength and positive thinking. You have and will continue to be uplifted by your many friends!

HALLELUJAH!! D

SAHM said...

Great news! She seems like quite a trooper - as are both of you. I am sure this whole experience has been rough, but it sounds like she is doing great and I hope you are hanging in there as well. We continue to pray for all of you.

Alexa (age 4) has a caterpillar in her classroom named Carly, so she thinks that is fun!

Love to all! The Hunts

Anonymous said...

Go Carly Go!

Michele said...

Carly is definitely the "Toughest" Nunes-Nelson of them all!

Anonymous said...

so great to see the positive updates - we've been thinking about you all!

xoxo

Anonymous said...

And what side of the family does she get her stubbornness from? Glad it's in the DNA. We all hope you're back at the office soon once Carly's strong. You 3 are the miracle.
All the best,
Teresa

Anonymous said...

Hi Brad and Christa and precious Carly,
You all have been in our thoughts and prayers since Sept. 12when your mom and dad were here with us in WL. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts. I love getting your messages and the darling pictures of Carly. Hugs to all and to your mom. It was nice to see your dad this week and have him with us. I know having them both there has been a blessing to you.
Love to all, Kristin W.