R has been home from the hospital for just over 2 weeks, and is getting his strength back. He has gained 8 pounds...still has about 25 or so to go, but he is moving forward. He has more stamina and is walking now without a walker, doing the stairs well, and has even tried out the treadmill, although on the lowest, slowest setting. Today it was so gorgeous outside that we went out and he walked to the end of the driveway and back 3 times, then sat in the sun for a bit. Just to get outside, breath some fresh air, and feel the sun was a big treat! He is eating just about everything (other than rich, greasy, spicy, fatty) and some of it even sticks...at least it reminds his gut what it is supposed to be doing. The big treat is that he gets to eat things he hasn't been able to eat in years; his new espohagus is working beautifully. It's a long road, but we are moving down it slowly and carefully, and we are both very cautiously optomistic about the long run. Of course, some things we won't know until after the next surgery, but so far we are encouraged.
Anyway, it is nice to have him home, nice to have him cracking jokes and watching TV, nice to have him rooting for BYU, and just nice to HAVE him!!!!
Anyway, it is nice to have him home, nice to have him cracking jokes and watching TV, nice to have him rooting for BYU, and just nice to HAVE him!!!!
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Yay! He's looking better!
So happy for you both! Glad you are feeling better R! I have a few pounds I could lend...hee hee
Pat, we are so excited for you and Rick...that he is home and doing well. We miss you both very much, but know that we are thinking of you always! Please let us know if you need anything, or maybe just some company. :) Love you both!
-Erin and Teage
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