September 5, 2020
9 Days
Jen’s home rehab got off to a rocky start. High temps, an infected catheter, fatigue, and spiraling surgical pain got … Read More “9 Days”
September 1, 2020
Sister’s Love
Jen’s sister has been with us for a few days. Beth’s helping hands, love, emotional support, bonding and sisterly care … Read More “Sister’s Love”
August 31, 2020
98.5
The new antibiotic is working. Since Jen switched from Keflex to Bactrim, her temp has been under control (never rising … Read More “98.5”
August 28, 2020
Catheter
After we got home Wednesday, Jen spiked multiple fevers, at least two as high as 102.8. Tylenol helped, but her … Read More “Catheter”
August 26, 2020
Home Again
We’re home! After a little bit of a scare, we are finally here. Jen’s discharge was put on hold earlier … Read More “Home Again”
August 25, 2020
Bone Scan
Good news. Looks like we’re going home tomorrow. Best news! Bone scan is clear of metastasis. Looks like just a … Read More “Bone Scan”
Rehab
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Regaining strength, and retraining unused muscles is the challenge … Read More “Rehab”
August 22, 2020
The “D” Word
Discharge. It’s the only word on anyone’s mind. Jen is getting excellent care from all of her teams. Her nurses, … Read More “The “D” Word”
August 21, 2020
Left Hip
Jen’s hip surgery started late, but was worth the wait. Her arthroplasty was scheduled to start at 10:45 am. Dr. Wodajo … Read More “Left Hip”
August 20, 2020
Stent
Jen remembers hearing the song “Don’t Stop Believing” playing, before the anesthesia kicked in. Yesterday’s embolization was successful. Dr. Mufti … Read More “Stent”