Day 12

Hi Corey,

Today was another sit and wait day. I think we are all a little tired of sitting and waiting, including you!

It seems that MUSC at this point is working to keep you stable and comfortable until you move to Shepherd's ICU on Tuesday. Since Shepherd's will be working on your therapy and rehabilitation I feel like MUSC wants to allow Shepherd's the ability to wake you and work with you in their ICU. Which is understandable but totally frustrating.

The Doctors came in and took out some of your drainage tubes. We didn't get to watch but you seem to be a little more comfortable now. You also passed your breathing test but you are still on the ventilator to help with the breathing process. Your lungs are still trying to heal from the accident and that is going to take time.

You woke up today while James and I sat with you. You recognized James and apparently you don't think that he is a dork. We can all debate this at a later date! When you aren't still heavily medicated.

James and I are going to be heading home tomorrow but just because we are heading back home doesn't mean that we don't love and care for you. It means that you need space as you prepare to travel to Atlanta and then on to Shepherd's. The next few weeks are going to be very intense and you are going to need lots of space to adjust and lots of rest. I have a feeling once you start therapy at Shepherd's you are going to be feeling a ton of pain and a ton of relief at the same time. Don't worry! If and when you need James or I or both, we will only be a little drive away.

Keep standing strong with us as you continue on to the next stage of recovery. It's going to be an intense but short road with lots of hard work. We are praying for you daily! Know you are loved.

- Sarah