We walked over in our parade to the hospital this morning( Dad, Mom, Myself (Kathryn), Laura, Sandra, Dave, Linda, and Don) to meet Grandma(Dad's Mom) and Diane). This is a scary experience, but knowing that this makes Dad happy, knowing that this weekend could make all the difference in the world for the better, it makes this whole experience more hope full and a lot less scary. He is already talking about his next big adventure (Hiking in the Grand Canyon).
After we all went in for hugs and the final talk from the doctor, Dad was about to describe how he did not like the pinchy thing on his finger when the anesthesia hit. However, they told us that he will not wake up tonight except to check for reflexes, this is because of the air tube that will be down his throat. He won't wake up till tomorrow but it is anyones guess at when, because of the deep sleep they are putting him in because they are working on his brain.
He has just entered the surgery at 9:08 (arizona time / 11:08 Central time) There is 45 minutes of in surgery prep So this makes it between 5-6 before we will know anything.
"Anyone in the world can give up, it's the easiest thing to do. But to hold it together when everyone else would understand if you fell apart, thats true strength "
and frankly, My Dad is the strongest man i know.
Don and Family,
ReplyDeleteYou are all in my thoughts and prayers today, and in the weeks ahead. I wish for the strength for a speedy recovery.
Andrea Tribbey (Accounting Department)
Thank you Troholz family (and clearly you are a wonderful group) for sharing this information with the many, many people who are concerned for Don. Don, you are in our prayers, and all of us at Guardian look forward to hearing about a speedy recovery for our friend and co-worker.
ReplyDeleteTom Pastore
A few hours now into the operation and an opportunity to pause from work to pray for Don and the doctors as the operation progresses. I can not help but remember that Faith is the substance of things hoped for. . . We all indeed continue to pray and hope for Don's best and speedy recovery, and that God will hold the entire family up with his Grace and Mercy.
ReplyDeleteMike Rodman
thinking of you all at hour 3(ish)...hoping the surgery is going well and is a complete success in the hours to come. hopeful for a speedy recovery and hiking in the grand canyon asap!
ReplyDeleteDon, Nancy & Family,
ReplyDeleteWe are keeping each of you in our prayers! May you expeience the Lords Peace and comfort as only He can provide!
Scott & Monica Malvich
Don, Nancy & Family -
ReplyDeleteYou remain in our prayers, and we are so grateful that you chose to share this moment of your life. We will continue to ask the Good Lord to give a little extra attention to your recovery. We're looking forward to pictures from the Grand Canyon hike.
Curt & Kathy Castillo