Trav here again.
Nikki is still sedated.
She’s on propofol. Yup, the same drug forever linked to Michael Jackson. Her nurse will suspend her dose for a couple of minutes to wake her up just a little to monitor her responses. She smiles and nods and is very good at squeezing hands and wiggling her toes. I went to high school with her nurse, so of course she’s good. Thanks Maureen.
Her surgeon visited and said he was pleased with her progress. They plan to do a bronchoscopy tomorrow and remove her tube to see if she can breathe on her new lungs. We know people want to stop down and see her, but she’s still not ready for visitors until she’s out of ICU. That might not be for a few days.
If you’re in the neighborhood, you’re welcome to stop down to the hospital and visit our VIP Room in Family Lounge #4-469 in wing 4E at Fairview University Medical Center. We’ve got cheese & crackers, nuts, zucchini bread, water, iPads and decks of cards. I’ve included a picture of a few of our VIP’s taking advantage of the Hi-Fi system.
Nikki's New Lungs 
Just patience now. You guys certainly have some practice with patience! Both on our minds a lot. Thanks for the updates.
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I’m so happy to hear of her progress! What a wonder a transplant is!! I too, appreciate the updates. Sue Martin
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Nikki & Travis~
I am a friend of Dana’s & have been following Nikki’s blog for over a year. I know I have never met you, Nikki, but you are such an inspiration. I admire your determination & drive for life more than words can say. Last evening when I read that you received “the call”, I became very emotional. Emotional because I don’t know of anyone who deserves a second chance at life more than you, emotional because I was scared for you, & thought of how scared Travis & Dana & family were after you were brought back to the OR & praying everything would go remarkably & emotional because I lost my best friend to a horrific car accident when I was 18 & my heart went out to this angel that gave you the best gift you will ever receive.
I can’t wait to hear the blog post where you play those bagpipes! Nikki, your zest for life is infectious & you have taught me so much about what matters most. Thank you! I will continue to pray for you, but know you have made such an impact in my life…& the lives of many.
Keep smiling & wiggling those toes! Breathe easy, my friend. Life is good.
~Kari
PS…the VIP lounge looks like the happening place! What a great example of the word family. Hugs to everyone.
PSS…I may be a bit biased, but I do believe the EG grads are the best nurses ever!!
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I have been anxiously waiting for your updates, Trav! I will continue to think of all of you! Hugs! 🙂
Cindy Claviter Rourke
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I had Ann Hazelwood stop by and say hi. Nikki gave her 2 thumbs up and looked very awakefor Ann during the short visit. I am so excited for how great she is doing.
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Thank you again for the updates, I keep checking every minute on the hour;) my thoughts and prayers are with you and will remain coming strong. Love, hugs and great big smooches to all of you!! PS, gramma Julia was so happy and thankful when I called her this AM;))
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Go Nikki! Saying lots of prayers for you two.
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Thank you for keeping us in the loop, Trap. It is so good to know she is progressing well. I can’t wait to see the first pic of her with that Rocket smile!
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Hi Travis and Nikki We were so happy to hear the news. It is very exciting and we will pray for your recovery. Good comes to those who wait and you have been more than patient for this miracle.
Bob and Peggy Lubeck
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