First Post Op SMILE!!

Santi had a full day of visitors, people he loves and adores. But no matter who walked in the room Santi maintained his blank stare, pouty face. Until about 8pm when I left the room to eat dinner.  

Since we're still in ICU, food is not allowed in patient rooms. Abe brings me dinner every night and spends some one on one time with Santi while I go to the lounge to eat.  

With only the silliness a father and son can share, Abe cracked through Santi's depression and managed to get a smile on his lips! Not only a smile, but giggles too!! GIGGLES! Best news ever. 

When I returned, Abe told me about the elusive smile and I couldn't believe it. Like any great dad, he had pictures to prove it. My heart just melted all over everything.