OHS #3 day #2

So long to the Sweet Elijah. Oh my, has he been a crabby guy today. Not that I blame him one bit. Lots of talking back, asking to go home repeatedly, telling anyone who says anything at all, "DON'T SAY IT!" and swiping at Mommy. He has been fighting sleep all day and just finally fell asleep. I sent Dan down to our room at the Ronald McDonald house on the floor below us so he could nap, too. So I have time to upload photos!!

On our way to the hospital yesterday..



He wasn't happy about having to stop playing before surgery..



Immediately following surgery. Honestly, this is the best he has ever looked after surgery before. I think he looked absolutely wonderful! You know, considering what he'd been through.



Getting some Mama love.



After his successful and drama-free extubation! He still has the canula in his nose, providing him with oxygen as he recuperates.



Surrounded by his animal friends (all of these plus a few sleep with him in his bed at home every night).



I think his animals help to make him feel secure.



I took this photo about 20 minutes ago. He is already sitting up in bed, eating graham crackers and drinking juice! We are so excited about his amazing recovery so far.