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Posted 2021-10-22T22:05:49Z

Surgery Update

What a day it has been!

To jump to the end first...Eric is out of surgery and in the neuro ICU where he will likely be for the next 24 to 48 hours. He is stable, awake, talking, and squeezing J's, Dad's, and Mom's hands. The awesome ICU team is helping Eric to manage his pain and get him comfortable. But, in true Eric fashion, his humor and sharp whit are well intact. 

It has been a long couple of days for Eric and J. They started yesterday with an early flight from Helena to Salt Lake followed by an MRI and lab testing. Surgery today lasted a little over 3 hours and now we wait for pathology studies from the removed tumor. In the meantime, the next couple of days will be focused on healing and recovery. 

We are grateful for Eric's medical team, the ability for Mom and Dad to be there with J, and for a successful surgery! Thank you to everyone that has reached out, said a prayer, or sent good wishes into the universe! Words cannot express how grateful our entire family is. 

More updates to come!

Julie

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Comments (6)

  • Melissa Weege
    Melissa Weege

    Stay strong my brave friends! We love you!

    4 years ago · Reply
  • Jamie H (Cline family)
    Jamie H (Cline family)

    We are all rooting for you Eric (hugs and kisses to the family).

    4 years ago · Reply
  • Nancy Wright
    Nancy Wright

    Prayers for all of you. Glad the surgery is over.

    4 years ago · Reply
  • Bill Daigle
    Bill Daigle

    Here's to a speedy recovery! Wishing you the best!

    4 years ago · Reply
  • Maria Brosnan
    Maria Brosnan

    Just like Eric to keep up the humor! Praying for all of you!

    4 years ago · Reply
  • Becky Piske
    Becky Piske

    Thank you for keeping us abreast of the news. Gosh Eric, what a headache. Give Johnanna a heart hug for us. BnP

    4 years ago · Reply