We could only stay at the Rotary House one more day, so we're back at the Extended Stay Hotel nearby. For any folks that what to send any thing snail mail, the best bet is 1160 Tidal View Lane. Things are moving quickly here and we're not exactly sure where we'll be. We should be having a followup appointment Friday and probably a couple others before then as well. We'll see what the docs say on Friday and go from there. I still have two drainage tubes in, but those are easy to remove (once they stop draining). Right leg is still pretty weak, but I'm walking on my own with only the occasional "blow out" (wobble, but not fall down). Sheila, of course, walks with me each time - side by side. I really don't know what/how I could have done this with out her.
So this morning we did a shower (first time out of the hospital!), and had a nice breakfast at the hotel buffet. Then "pack it up" for the big move (3 blocks). Sheila picked up the car, came back, picked me up and away we went. Fortunately we were able to check in early to the new place. Took a nap. Had a late lunch... Did a 20 minute walk. And that brings you up to speed. We're pretty much done with all of our major "milestones". I didn't get an infection. Systems "woke up" as expected (more or less). I can still walk. Kidneys didn't take a hit. There wasn't an unexpected "leak" somewhere. We feel very fortunate to have made it through. There was a small rough patch (that didn't feel so small when you're in the middle of it) but we MADE IT!!!
Interesting story: On Friday, our doctor was in the room and he said that he thought we were doing we'll and had "turned the corner". It was raining outside. Moments later the Sun came out and Sheila snapped this picture out the hospital window. The rainbow goes right on top of the hotel we were staying at.
10 comments:
'So delighted for you! It is amazing the progress you have made in such a short amount of time (although it must have felt unending for you as you experienced it) Keep up the progress and come home to us soon.
Marjorie
well of course it did and i see the cross in the pic. you are in good hands and 20 minute walk is more than alot of us do! hang in there! you are sounding great! hugs to you and sheila, boo
That's great you guys... I'm going to be humming Rainbow Connection all day:)
Wow... That's really good progress! I'm not sure I'd be able to pull of that much in such a short time. Good on you, sir!
Hi Mark,
Just got caught up on you Houston adventures. So glad to hear you are out of the hospital and getting stronger every day. Rainbows are a good sign! Love you both, Lynda
Can't sing your praises enough,AND you got a rainbow to boot! What a blessing you both are to any and all who know and love you. S/P
We you able to figure out the Norwegian phrase we posted before your surgery? It was, "The rainbow has many colors". Hope you find your pot of gold. How fitting for a rainbow to show up the day you get out of the hospital. What a glorious pot of gold!! Keep up the strong recovery, but don't over do!!
Lynn and Walt
Mark - hope your progress is continuing.
Sheila - I hope you have been able to get some good rest and are no longer wearing two left shoes!
We are in Paris now and have walked miles today around the city.
Thinking of you both and will say a prayer at all the churches and cathedrals we come across in our travels.
Hazel, Juli, Sterling, and Louise
What an excellent sign, you must have done a double take...Sounds like everything is going your way.
much love and hugs, Cathy & Don
Dear Mark,
Glad you are doing so well. Thought of you often and said a few prayers for you and Shelia. Hope the road stays smooth in your recovery
Marcella
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