POD 2, 2:20 pm

It has been a good day so far. Overnight Allie started spiking a temp. There was also something else going on that oxygen was started. She ended up not needing much of the oxygen. On the other hand it has taken time for the temp to come down. Dr. Beebe was in this morning and said the temp spikes are caused by the lungs not working efficiently due to anesthesia, the pain meds and no movement. She needs to be up and walking as much as possible. Emily, today's nurse, said that it is not unusual to see the temps in fusion patients. At last check, the temp was back in normal ranges.

Late morning Tim, the PCA, got Allie into the chair where she sat/slept for almost an hour. We did a group walk from the chair to the door (Tim was guiding Allie, Duane followed, and I had the IV stand). Then it was lunch time and Allie has had some pudding, fruit, and plain noodles. We are making progress!

We have also had visitors. Yesterday, fellow Curvy Girl Payton and her parents came in. Payton has been in house and was 2 doors down from Allie. When Payton found out Allie's room she decorated the door to welcome Allie to the room. It was a great surprise.

Today Danielle, Sarah and her mom (picture below), and Grandma and Grandpa Thompson have been in.