TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2017
1:00 am
Brian continues to make us laugh. He was asking everyone how they were doing after his own surgery (typical Brian). He was up and walking to the bathroom at 11:00 pm last night by his choice. He is still sleeping on and off. He is still on a pump for pain but I believe they will wean him off sometime today and get him on meds that are not as strong along with Tylenol. He is also on an antibiotic which is common after surgery.
4:30 am
They took him down for an MRI around 4:00 am and everything came back good as far as the surgery is concerned. We still do not have the results back from Pathology as to the type of cancer Brian has.
10:00 am
Doctor Tomita came in and checked Brian's vision (that's one thing as a result of surgery that they were concerned he may lose his upper left peripheral vision) but that checked out all good! The nurse has come in and taken Brian off the I.V. meds and has begun oral medication. He ate four (4) pieces of toast and some apple juice. His appetite has not decreased as he was telling us he had a taste for prime rib with horseradish, Giordano's pizza, Domino's pizza and mashed potatoes. I think we'll be able to supply him with the mashed potatoes for a start.
7:30 pm
So … if Brian's not sleeping … he's eating! He had 2 meatloaf "cupcakes" topped with mashed potatoes and peas. Along with two extra scoops of mashed potatoes, 2 bread sticks and filled in the cracks with a chocolate chip cookie. Doctor came back in and said Brian was looking good … his face is a little swollen but to be expected from surgery. They also want him to get up and walk the floors starting tomorrow and he will see an occupational therapist and physical therapist tomorrow.
Comments (33)
Thank God he's back praying for great results
I think we can do better then Dominos. LOL
You guys are so amazingly upbeat and I love that Brian has his sense of humor and appetite intact as well. Thinking of you guys with hope in my prayers about every other minute...
That’s great news! Give Brian a hug from us !
So glad that he is doing well - Brian, you are amazing! Laughter, humor, appetite - all important things for recovery! Still keeping you all in my prayers. xo
Sounds very optimistic. So happy that Brian came through without complications. That is an extremely good sign. Vision also a very good sign and appetite good sign as well. Will pray that all pathology comes back clean. Praying for your entire family! Kathy Reese
So happy that post-op recovery is going well. Stay strong Brian!
So glad everything is going well. Lots of hugs to Brian from Patels. ;)
Such a sweet boy. (I know. I know. He's a young man but he's still Momma's baby!) Reading your updates about his humor and upbeat attitude warms my heart and makes me smile. Please let him know that the Markiewicz's are thinking of him. <3
That is such good news! Prayers are ongoing!
That amazing spirit will get him through this. The Dedes family is keeping you all in our prayers!
So glad that Brian is doing well! Sending you all tons of prayers and love from the Tarchala/Piwowarczyk family. We have all been thinking of him so much.
What an amazing kid! ❤️
Hang in there, Brian! All my love, Auntie
We are continually praying and are encouraged by your attitude and results so far. Keeping positive!
Good post op news! Thanks for the updates. He is one extraordinary young man. Continued prayers.
So far so good! XXOOXX
Glad everything went well so far. Thanks for the updates. Continuing to pray. And Brian when you come home I am going to come over and sing you my favorite song “ your beautiful” lol.
Love to hear this, you guys amaze me! And what an inspiration! One of my favorite quotes “Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass, its about learning to dance in the rain!” YOU GUYS ARE EXACTLY THIS AND THEN SOME!! Love you Beams ❤️ Praying for more times like this and facing this head on and conquering! #BrianStrong #BeamStrong #TeamBrian Much love, The Flemming’s
Happy to hear he's doing well so far! Go Brian!
Thank you for all the great updates. We're all pulling and praying for you Brian! You have a great attitude!
You are all amazing, no surprise. Glad surgery went well. Big hug to Brian. Stay strong!
So happy to hear how well and quickly you are progressing, Brian! Who in the world does the scheduling for tests that they would give you an MRI at 4 in the morning!!! Gotta laugh!!! Hope you get a better night's sleep tonight!!! You are in our thoughts and prayers, Brian. Please give our love to your Mom and Dad. Love, Mary Lynne and John
Brian, you are such an amazing guy! We're praying for you and your family. I hope your parents feed you soon! The Cosentino Family
Great news! Brian , you are so positive! Hang in There! You're amazing!
Tell Brian his Canadian cousins and Aunt are thinking of him and hope he makes a speedy recovery. I hope you and Bob are doing well also. Hugs and kisses to all of you!!!
Brian, love from Long island and the Orrs. Got a ton of people praying for you but against the Blackhawks (sorry Illinois peeps). You already proved how tough you are, now keep your spirit strong!
Keep the positive vibes going. Glad to hear the good post op news. Stay strong!
Even though I don't know Brian, it sounds like he is being himself. Positivity helps so much during a crisis and a great support system like you all have.
Beams stay strong! There is a lot to still be grateful for . Brian is speaking , and walking , his pain is being managed and he wants to eat and can. It's these small things we need to stay focused on until we get to that next road to go down. We are all here for you , you are not alone . WE ARE ALL TEAM BRIAN And love you all so very much!😘
Way to go, Brian. So glad you are eating and moving around and able to smile throughout this. Thanks for all the wonderful updates. Throughout all of this I am assuming Brian is doing this all with the utmost decorum. Immer mit Dekorum! Mach’s gut, mein Herr!
Such great news! Eat, sleep, heal, battle!
This is so amazing to hear he was so awake and then already so hungry just one day post op!! Way to go Brian!! You all remain in my prayers and I have over 40 friends praying and countless others!! Praise the Lord!! God is our refuge and strength!! Love you all and hugs from NC!!😘😘😘❤️⚓️🙏🏼🙌🏼