Sucess at last!

We have had a sucessful surgery today! Praise God! We were up at 4 am to get to Seattle by 6 am, for check in. Mattie was very alert and aware of everything on the way, asking questions and engaging in conversation. Once we arrived at Harborview he was very hungry, but we were unable to give him anything to eat or drink in preparation of the surgery. Once we got into the "holding area" he was all smiles and flirting with the nurses and entertaining the other patients. I was able to dawn the hospital garb (including the hair net and slippers) and we were wheeled in together to the operating room. I held onto him for the gas to be applied, until he was completely out, then I was ushered out of the room. I had peace leaving him in these trusted doctors hands and knew that God would be with him, which was even more comforting.
Jason and I waited for only an hour and then Dr. Pham and our wonderful physical theraphist, Jodi came out and gave us a report on the surgery. They said all went well, but the hard part now will be the next few days (he needs to wear the brace for 5 days) and we have to be sure that it does not come off. He also has a man-made scab created to cover over the area skin was removed off his hip; this area will cause more pain since it is such a thin layer of skin, all the nerves are hyper sensative. They said he was doing good, still groggy of course, but ready for visitors. Mattie was relieved to see us, once we came in the room.
We ended up being in the recovery unit until 3 pm, due to no bed being available on the 8th floor, which lead to restlessness. Once we got up here, Mattie had already made a list of what he wanted to eat and do on the 8th floor. We are on the same floor, we were on the first hospital visit so he was very familiar. He wanted his yellow gown and pants, yellow slipper-socks, juice, graham ers and a mini box cereal. He took off the IV, allowing him to eat and drink. He is now, a few feet away watching a movie and playing a game with his daddy. Mattie is in a great mood, very excited actually to be back here with his little police car and familiar nursing staff! I am so glad he has handled this transition back so well, it makes it easier for me as well.
Thanks for your prayers, encouragaging words and support as we face this next stage of recovery for Mattie! We will continue to update everyone as often as computer access is available.