Madeline's surgery yesterday went according to plan. Her doctor was able to remove the tumor on her tibia with clear margins and was happy with the knee replacement and reconstruction.
She woke up in excruciating pain and it took most of the afternoon to get it under control. This kept us in the recovery area for a LONG time. Once they got that figured out everything was much better. The nurses were also concerned about blood flow in her foot but the doctors seem to think it is fine and so we will just keep checking on that. At one point there were 4 to 5 people surrounding her bed pressing on her foot which pretty much freaked her out but I trust our doctors and I am glad the nurses are keeping a close eye on it. I am hopeful we can get her up today and that the pain meds keep doing their job.
She was in good spirits last night - talking to us and on her phone with friends. She ate some dinner and seemed to sleep good - in fact she is still sleeping.
Brad's mom is at the house keeping an eye on Ben (and Oliver), and I am so thankful to know they have dinner being delivered each night. Thank you so much! I will update later today once we get to talk to the doctors.
You have lots of prayers being lifted up for Mattie and your entire family from Bell County. Big Hugs, Kelly Nix
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