Well, it's the last day of 2009. Hard to believe! It's been quite a year of ups and downs for us. We like to work on focusing on the ups. Steve's surgery went well today. The doctor says he was able to do what he intended. It took a little longer than we thought it would, but when I finally got to see Steve he was sitting up in a chair looking great! The pain started getting the best of him, but that tends to be the norm, unfortunately. I was able to bring Steve home today! He is taking it easy watching some tv and surfing the net as usual. Lots of sleep is definitely in the plans too.
The doctor released some of Steve's tongue so he has a bit more movement. This will help create a ridge for the implants in the future. He took a skin graft from Steve's left thigh again to use on the base of the mouth. They put a prosthetic piece down to help the tissue heal properly. Of course Steve is having trouble talking right now because of the swelling, but he seems to be handling this one very well. His color looks good and he is in good spirits despite his pain and weakness.
Once again, thank you for your prayers - they have been answered! Please add Steve's younger brother Ed to your prayer concerns. He had a stroke this week and spent some time in the hospital.
It is our prayer that you will each have a healthy and prosperous new year! May God bless you.
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Dear Steve, Lisa, Rebecca and Allison, Happy New Year!
Steve, it is wonderful to hear that your last surgery went well. Our thoughts and prayers are with you often. If you ever need a break from the South please know that you and your family are more than welcome to come out to the island and stay with us. I know this is a difficult time, but please know that you are always welcome. We will be on Oahu for the next 2 years. At that point I retire from the military with 30 years. Not sure if we will stay here or head back to the mainland for another job. Let us know if there is anything we can do. Love and Friendship, Mike and Joan
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