Sorry for not posting a second time yesterday. We got the word at about 10:00 that Greg's parole had come through. We immediately began to pack everything up (including the computer), which took all of 20 minutes (its a really small room). Then, we sat there staring at the white walls being ignored until well after 2:00, when someone decided maybe they should come & begin the discharge process. So, about 3:30, he finally got sprung! Yea!
Can't tell you how good he feels, knowing the end to this long process is almost over! Considering where we were about 6 weeks ago, this truly is miraculous. He goes to clinic today for lab work & a growth factor shot & tomorrow we see his regular oncologist. Hold onto your hats folks, but there's a decent chance that he'll get to go Home home tomorrow! The conservative doctor with the small thumbs said probably not until Tuesday, but the nurse (the nurse's know more than the docs) told us on the sly that she thinks it'll be Friday. My money is on the nurse. Even if it is next Tuesday, that's still a few days ahead of schedule.
Greg is going to have to get used to not being in the hospital, though. Last night, in the middle of the night, he was half awake/half asleep. He woke me up, saying he needed help with his IV pole to go to the bathroom. He thought he was still hooked up. Being the sensitive, loving spouse that I am, I said, "Huh?" & rolled over & went back to sleep.
While its great having Greg out of the hospital, it'll be 100 times better to be Home, in our own house, with the boys. We really miss them. But, they seem to be having a great time with the Altoonians, though I feel sorry for Julie -- living with 5 men in the house. The testosterone levels must be approaching lethal.
I promise to blog tomorrow, even if we are rushing to get out of town (hopefully!)
In the meantime, a HUGE thanks to all for the comments, prayers, support & love. I know I've said it before, but we really couldn't get through all of this without our loving family & friends. We can't thank you enough.
Love,
US
4 comments:
YIPEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!
I'll bet you even got him some good Italian food.... pays to be sick I guess.
Hugs to you guys, BIG ones!!!!!!!
-oh and Ann, I have a cute pics or two of you that I'll mail!
JS and the Gang
PS> I'm FIRST!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow, good work, Greg and Ann! Friday or Tuesday, whatever! Enjoy the summer house and the great food of St. Louis. Greg, just make sure you wear your ankle bracelet and let the Probation Office know where you are. If you have questions, contact your public defender and/or sleep with a lawyer!
Francis
SO HAPPY TO HEAR THE NEWS!! i feel like congrats is in order! Can't wait to hear youre back in the Ozarks! Love you guys!
-Em
What great new! We'll keep you in our thoughts and prayers and I'm sure Tom will be calling over the weekend. We know you'll be bombarded with calls so if you choose to ignore and call when you're up to it we'll forgive you.
Greg, let Tom know when you're feeling up to coming to Wisconsin and helping to get the rental property back in shape-just kidding of course. You relax and get healthy. We're praying you'll be back in shape in no time.
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