salmonella continued

Out of isolation and into the yellow car! What a lifesaver this car was. Greydon absolutely loved it. The nurses kept a reserved sign on it and we parked it outside our room. Even when Greydon was feeling pretty bad it was difficult to get him out of the car. We had a good time cruising the hallways, Greydon waving to everyone. He got to know the hospital and no time and fussed when we weren't taking him the right direction. The hospital has an playroom and an outdoor playground. And one positive was this all happened during the summer. The weather in Seattle was beautiful. We had a daily routine, unless G was too sick, of driving all over the outdoor paths.

A very sick boy, on his way to yet another surgery. Fienna was so cute with him. And really missed having Greydon at home. They share a room and she was having a hard time sleeping alone. She came into my room in the middle of the night and said, "I just need to sleep with my family." Melted and broke my heart all at the same time.
Finally back to his room after surgery. Recovery gets tougher with each procedure. And this was not the final surgery. So tough to feel so helpless. All I could do was hold him and pray.
The little guy has been fascinated by the nurses badges. So Alia, one of the many great nurses, spent time making a badge just for Greydon. Complete with the zip line and lots of card covered with stickers.
The day before discharge! Finally, what should have been a 2-3 day stay is nearly over. Greydon may actually miss the vitals check every 4 hours. The nurses enjoy coming in our room. He's such a happy and helpful patient. Even when he feels terrible, he puts his arm right out, loves to see the stethoscope and insisted on pushing the button on the thermometer.