Suzie's Update

Now that Elaine is in Preston and Lynn is now sleeping at home.  John and I went up there last night and deep cleaned the house from top to bottom.  He no longer has dead box elder bugs inside his windows.  We cleaned the bathrooms, vacuumed, swept, and mopped.  Just wanted you all to know we did that so you didn't have to worry about it while you try to plan your vacation here (Colette and Melanie).  We also went and saw Elaine last night.  She looked really good and she had clothes on no more hospital gown!! She was very positive and was excited to see the girls.  It also has been a good thing for Lynn.  He can now take care of things at home before going and seeing her.  He seemed excited to plant his garden today.  He is no longer cooped up in that hospital room!!

She's On Her Way!!

I'm not tech savvy enough to figure out how to add this to Brenda's post, but I have evidence. She has FINALLY escaped the U of U hospital!! My mom and dad made a pit stop at our house so she could stretch her legs and have a restroom break. They only stayed for a minute and then continued on their way to  the Preston Hospital. The long drive is wearing her out, but her excitement was still evident. Let's hope for a short stay in Preston before she can finally head home!

At Last

Lynn and Elaine are heading north today! Because of some insurance hiccups Elaine wont be doing physical rehabilitation at the hospital. She is heading to a facility in Preston. It will be nice to be closer to home and it's just another step in the right direction. It's a good day!

As soon as we have more information we will post it here. 

Walking with Austin

Lynn and Elaine have become close to some of the people who work at the hospital. They definitely have their favorites. One of the favorites is Austin, a physical therapist. I think that Elaine liked him early on because he is tall and strong and she felt really safe when he was working with her. Now though, he remains a favorite because he is simply a good person. He is real, kind, and always positive.

I am so glad that Lynn was able to talk Elaine into a couple photos while she was walking with Austin today.  All through the walk they talk and even laugh at their inside jokes.

Kayl loved walking with Grandma.

Lynn pushes the chair just in case she needs a break.

She didn't need it today! 

                                    

She is doing so well and is making huge strides. These photos were taken on her third walk for the day. She just gets better and better every day!

She hasn't been moved to physical rehabilitation yet but it should happen really soon. She has one remaining chest tube that is still draining a little liquid. Once her doctor is willing to remove the tube she will be able to leave cardiovascular rehabilitation in the dust.