Mark had a 12-14 inch rod put in his right femur and attached to his hip socket. He is recovering quickly. Able to bear weight on it this afternoon and came home from the hospital. Mark was getting around well this evening with a little help from crutches.
This evening the 20th ward teachers quorum brought overbig smiles, well wishes and large plates full of goodies for Mark. The Sykes were thrilled.
Mark and Meg greatly appreciate all of the calls, emails and texts. The outpouring of support has been so wonderful and so greatly appreciated. With all of the time in treatment, plus spending time at work, and with the family, Mark and Meg are having a hard time responding to all the kind and loving messages. We think it would be helpful to utilize this blog to get updates of Mark and to leave comments or questions for Mark and Meg to respond to.
Thanks to all for your love and support.
Mark left for work this morning at about 9:00AM; a little late for him, but he finds it takes him a little longer to get ready in the morning since his surgery on Tuesday. The good news is that he is only using ONE crutch today versus two yesterday. So we are making progress. He has had three of 15 brain radiation treatments (one each day for 15 days) and will receive his fourth one today. As soon as the brain radiation treatments are finished and his leg has healed sufficiently, he will begin receiving treatment for his tumors.
ReplyDeleteWe so appreciate all the wonderful support we have received from faithful friends and family. Mark expressed gratitude in his prayer this morning for all of the prayers that are ascending up to Heaven on his behalf. We know those prayers are strengthening Mark spiritually and physically. Thank you all so much. We love you.