A conference with one of Howard's surgeons helped us understand some things better. This doctor attended him from the time he arrived in the emergency room and so knew him before the heavy sedation was even started. They got to talk together and this same orthopedic surgeon has been part of the team from the beginning, he understands more of what Howard is really like and that sure makes us feel better. The bones are healing and the huge bruises are being reabsorbed (is that really a word). Swelling is down a lot, especially in hands and feet and that will make the pain be less.
We have about all of the information necessary for the car insurance etc. but have looked in vain for the title of the car. Howard's files are immaculate and orderly going back to his student days at Portland State University studying accounting. It startled me to be reminded that he started on this new career when he was 54 years old. We were very careful to put everything back the way we found it.
Kelli and Brian have been here this week and have driven me, fed me, planted my deck pots and garden things, and made up the beds for Kris and Sophie who arrive tomorrow. The family continues to function like a team.
Hey Mom, I like that you are such an accomplished blogger that you make up new words! It's YOUR blog, you can say anything you want!
ReplyDeleteIt's so hard to be so far away now. I fear I will check this blog many times a day just to feel closer.
After a week in your garden, I can hardly summon the energy to tackle mine...Can you just email me your fabulous garden???? We love you Mom. Kelli & Brian