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Thru the night last night, Jen woke me to give her the meds as needed. All things considered, it was fairly restful. This morning we packed our bags and took care of a few final issues. Jan came over with Emma and Peighton and we got a final kiss and diaper change in. Melanie and Nathan stopped by along with the Althaus family to wish Jen a safe trip and successful surgery. Ginelle and her boys (who Emma loves!) came by to stay with the girls for the afternoon.

Omaha is a pretty easy drive and Jen, Jan, and I were here in just over 3 hours. Dr. Foster facilitated an easy registration and Jen was quickly admitted to Creighton University Medical Center. Dr. Foster's recommendation after seeing Jen was unfortunate - another NG tube. Even with Dr. Foster inserting the tube himself, it was a rough go and he had to try both nostrils. Jan and I returned to the room to see a mess of blood and stomach content on the sheets and towels. Sorry to sound so gross - just painting a picture for you.

That mess is over, thankfully. It's about 12:30 AM and Jen is sleeping soundly with the aid of some pain medicine. Hopefully the nurses will respect her need for some deserved sleep and she'll wake tomorrow feeling much better.

We'll meet with Dr. Foster and his team tomorrow to go over Tuesday's surgery and the possible directions it might go once they begin. The girls are in good hands at our house with Jenny and Rachael the next several nights.

Comments

[Kevin & Donna Butler]

Hopes, prayers and fingers crossed in Paducah KY.

[Shelby]

Hoping and praying for nothing but the best. As always, you are in my thoughts.

[Amy Copple]

Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers,hoping that all goes well during surgery.
Love,
Amy

[Jami Hilbrich]

I hope you can feel all the prayers with you!! Stay strong! We will continue to pray...pray...pray!

[julie marriott]

Hey there!
I hate that the past few days had to be so rough but THANK GOD you are in Omaha and just one more day until the surgery. I will continue to pray with all my might.
Chris, thank you so much for being so faithful with the blog. Never forget that there are more people than you could ever know fighting this fight with you.
Lots and lots of love to you. Give Jan a big hug for me!
Julie Marriott

[monica burton]

Chris and Jen,
My thoughts and prayers are with you both as always. You two are both strong and loving. I wish you the best this week and hope all goes well with the surgery.
Monica

[Steph]

Jen,
Stay strong girl and remember during those moments when it's quiet and all you can do is think, God is with you. He's there for you no matter what, giving you the strength and courage you need to get through all of this! And you will! The Hoffman/Hunt clan loves you so much and we're all praying for you!
Love,
Steph

[Elizabeth Malone (Robin's Mom)]

Jen,
I am so sorry the NG tube insertions go so badly for you. Sometimes the very best person on the floor to insert the tube is a LPN who has worked for years in a nursing home. INSIST on the best person available, ask your charge nurse who this person is and insist she insert the tube. MDs are good at giving orders but not always the best to perform the procedure they order. Chris, I have the most profound admiration for the extraordinary care you have given Jen with such complex medical issues such as TPN and IV narcotics ect. You make everything sound like a piece of cake and I know these things are not easy esp. when you are caring for someone you love who is in pain. You are BOTH extraordinary people. As a RN I know a little about what you are going through, please dont hesitate to call night or day if I can be of any service in any way (901)854-9502. Jan was once my best friend in the world and my heart aches for all of you.

[Cheryl Casement]

Jen,
I am constantly lifting you up in my prayers, along with Chris, Emma, Peighton, and your mom. You are in God's hands, He will work through your docs and nurses. He is in control. He is the Great Healer. With Him all things are possible!!! Stay strong. (easy for me to say--I am not going through all that you are going through, but I sure wish I could lighten that load.) Our love to you--the Casements.

[Melodie Chrisman]

I come to your blog each week to read your story. Your Mom and I are friends as I had posted in the past. I cannot help but be moved by both of you. I have you in my thoughts so much and wish you a safe and speedy surgery tomorrow. I cannot help but know that God has you in his arms ready to send you home to your family to embrace for years to come. You will be in my prayers.

[Jen Ward]

Jen,
I cannot imagine what you are going through, only God knows! Please remember that I am praying for you like crazy!
-Jen Ward

[Shelly Heggs]

I want you guys to know that my family is praying for you! Thank you for sharing your experiences with us and keeping us up to date. A big group hug from Shelly Heggs and family.

[Melissa Gagliano]

Jen, I just wanted to wish you good luck with your surgery. The family is thinking about you and we are all keeping you in our prayers!! The Gagliano's

[Jan Castle]

Jen, Chris, and Jan,
There are so many of us praying for you and for a successful surgery tomorrow. Please know how much we appreciate Chris updating the blog to keep us informed, and also how much we appreciate Jan being there to help hold you both up. God is the one in charge and he has listened to our prayers. Time to have surgery and totally remove this nasty cancer, and then we will all be thanking the Lord for your 100% health. IT WILL HAPPEN! The Lord will heal you in his ever loving arms.

Chris, please keep us updated as soon as you can after the surgery. Much love. Jan

[Harper & Tracy]

Jen and Chris,
We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Your strength and courage are admirable! Thanks for keeping us all posted!
Love,
Harp & Tracy