A Good but Speedy Heart

Mom had a relatively restful night last night in the hospital. The pain medication seems to be doing its job and allowing her to rest and recover.
Her heart has been racing along at about 130-140 beats per minute for at least the last several days, and at first everyone just thought it was due to the pain and stress that her body was under, but even now after the surgery when the pain is well managed, her heart is still speeding in a construction zone where the fines double. The doctors haven't yet figured out what is causing it but they are trying a few things to see if they can identify the source of the problem. The current thinking is that the problem originates in her thyroid gland, so they are diagnosing and attempting treatment along that path. Today was the earliest possible day she could have gone home from the hospital, but she is still feeling pretty fragile, and until they get this racing heart under control, she will probably stay there. Tomorrow will be the earliest she will come home.
Mom has had a steady stream of visits from friends, family, and co-workers, and has really enjoyed having people that she loves come for visits. Her room is starting to fill up with flowers and get-well wishes and she is getting to see just how much she means to so many people she has met and gotten to know. Thanks to everyone for your continued thoughts (and actions!) and prayers.