A Week Already?

It's been a week already!

Wow how time flies when your having fun, or has this been just a dream?

I'm doing great! I found out I need to try to stay down a little better, but I'm so anxious to be back to myself. I find if I stay awake to long, I will suffer for that the next day. So I'm really trying to take it easy and rest alot, so I can get back to myself as fast as I can.

I'm still enjoying all the cards and well wishes that I have received, and continue to receive. Some make me laugh some bring happy tears, but all have a special healing affect and I am truely appreciative of your love and concern.

I was kinda sad, when I realized that the Dr's and Nurses at the hospital had absolutely no cards or thank you's for long hours spent during day and night taking care of people, and doing a fantastic job at it. Dave took a picture of the empty board, which he posted before this posting. He also mentioned the names of those who spent long hours taking care of my needs as well. I can't tell you how many times they said they were short staffed and many were working really long and double shifts. I know we can fix that, and fill the board up to rejuvenate and show appreciation for a job well done, not only for myself but for all that will pass there way!

Love to you all, hope to see you all soon.

Lori

P.S. the hair is now stubble! lol it still has a ways to go, but if that's the worst of it, how can I complain!

Going Home!!! Already??? OK!!!!!!

Lori Said OK!
I'm not sure I like this...
Dave

Well, OK, we have had absolutely no complacations, and I feel possitive this will continue... So I guess We are going home! The Doc had us prepared to spend a week here and he also had us prepared for the normal complications and recovery, but as I keep finding out SHE is far from Normal!!! I guess she would have to be to put up with Super Dave...

Wow what a great feeling! She woke up from surgery and knew who I was, and she still loves me!

Notice the picture above it says:
Thank You cards for the employees of West 6. It's empty!!! Can we fix that? I think so...

We have a few names you can add to TY cards if you want to send some:

Mike, Wayne, Erin, Alene, Whitney, Keri, Chris, Katie.

Lds Hospital
West 6 Employee's
8th Ave and C Street
S.L.C. Ut. 84143

The Road to Recovery

The doctor came in this morning and said that he was amazed at how well my surgery and recovery has gone. He said with all the things that usually go wrong with this type of surgery I had absolutely no complications at all. He was speechless. The bandage is off of my head, and I would prefer to keep the next few pictures off my blog!!

Out of ICU

Hi to everyone and thanks for all the well wishes that got me through with no problems.

I just woke up with a little bit of double vision because of swelling, my pain is pretty low about a 5 on the scale of 1-10. I will be standing up sometime soon to see if I can walk or balance my self, feeling a little tired, they woke me up every hour last night.

Mark Herdering,

Dave said you got a few pictures from this mornings post so I will be expecting some funny cards!

Looking forward to a speedy recovery!!! Thanks for the Love... The doctor told me this morning that it went remarkably well!!

I had alot of good energy flowing my way!

Dave Has a box full of greeting cards for anyone who comes in the room to look at, They are so fun!!

When the nurse showed me my picture in the mirror this morning, she warned me not to be scared, Dave wouldnt show me the pictures or the mirror last night.

The first familar faces I saw but wasnt quite sure, was Kody and Jodi, I wasnt sure it was them until I heard Jodi say hi Lori and I knew! it was very peaceful knowing I made it. Dave got in trouble after that, for sneaking into my room with out permission, they let him stay for a few minutes.

Bridgee, my grandbaby just got here so I will say more later.

Lori

Pics of the Day... Ya I will be in trouble now!

Post Surgey

Lori wnet in to surgery at about 8am MSt. She got out around 11:25, She did AWESOME!!! She had absolutely no complications or fluxuations at all, they are at this time performing an Angeogram due to the large size of the anuerysm they are not sure if they clipped the entire area off she should be out of Radiology soon... Oh wait Kody just saw her being pushed down the hall to her ICU room, she seen him and said HI so im done typing for a minute!!!!!

Later


Dave

Organizing Meals

If you'd like to help out at the house call Celeste 718-4349 or email soccasey@gmail.com
If you want more info on Lori and how she's doing please continue to check this blog.
She is going to be at LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, surgery time is 5:30am. They say she will be in the ICU for one night, we will update as soon as the surgery is done. Thanks for all of your love and support.

Got a Date!

We hope everyone enjoyed the Holidays!

We want to wish everyone a very Happy & Prosperous New Year!

I'm glad I was able to enjoy the holidays, and put everything else in the back of my mind. We had a wonderful Christmas and New Year.

I woke up with a knot in my stomach this morning, knowing that the surgery date was fast approaching now that the holidays are over. So, Dave & I went for a long walk today, to ease my nerves. I am so grateful to have Dave and the peace he brings to me, in my life. God has truely blessed me with my beautiful family & wonderful friends!

Well we were right, we knew they would call today, and they did. Dr. Rich spoke with Dr. Reischman today at about 12:30pm to discuss a date that both surgeons could get together for the surgery. It looks like the 12th of January won out. I don't have a time yet, but that will come a little closer to the surgery date.

As much as I'm dreading the 12th to come, I am also excited to have this done and past so that I can just get on with the New Year. Wow, 2007 is gonna be fabulous! I'm excited to spend it all with everyone of you. Thanks for all your prayers and well wishes!

Love,

Lori