After spending over four months at RIC it is now time for us to go home. Friday we will be discharged and will return home. We have been blessed to have been able to spend the time here with talented and dedicated doctors, therapists and caregivers. We will miss them, but it's time to go home.
Sherrie's medical issues with her cold and digestive system seem to be doing okay. She is becoming more and more alert and talkative (not all understood) and can communicate pretty very well through yes, no and head nods. I asked her if she was ready to go home and she said yes. While coming home brings it own set of concerns, I feel good that this is what is best for my sweetheart. All along we have relied on our Father In Heaven to direct us and others and I know He will continue watching over her.
Our plan will be to attend outpatient therapy sessions 3 days a week and then have therapists come into our home 2 days/week. It has been an interesting path since her surgery. We had high hopes that after a successful crainioplasty, we would see her take off. Instead, she has had to deal additional challenges that have been heartbreaking for me. Nevertheless, she has remained strong and determined. Even when she is totally worn out, she will want to continue and push through.
The last time we came home, she progressed very well. We have high hopes the same thing will happen this time. Her reaction when we had her home for Thanksgiving tells us this will surely happen. She enjoys her home and loves being around her children and grand babies. They are a big part of the healing process.
We remain very grateful for Heavens blessings. I continue to be amazed at how things will fall into place that end up being the best for Sherrie's care. I am learning that while I may not understand "why" I do have faith the things that are going on in our life are not coincidental, but carefully directed by a loving God who loves His children.
I am happy to hear that Sherrie is coming home; I hope (and pray) that she continues to progress quickly and that you continue to see the hand of the Lord in your lives!
ReplyDeleteHow grateful we are Sherrie is contuing to progress and is coming home. We were very touched with the fact that she was home with all of you for Thanksgiving. What a marvelous experience that must have been for all. We love you. Our prayers continue to be with all of you. Thank you for the wonderful example you set of the faith of a family handling severe adversity. Life is very fragile - I am sure we have all learned to love more, cherish each other every day,be more patient, have faith in our Savior in all things and at all times. Love, The Breillatts
ReplyDeleteWe are happy to hear Sherrie is home as well. What a wonderful Thanksgiving time you had together. There is strength in numbers especially in the Labrum numbers. Our faith and prayers continue to petittion the Lord that his will be continued to be manifested as Sherrie heals. Slow and steady. Nice Sherrie can be in her home as Christmas approaches especially as the decorations go up. She will be able to give good directions on that!! Much love,The Dunns
ReplyDeleteI can't think of a better time to come home than during the holidays when the family gathers together. It was heartwarming to read that Sherrie was home at Thanksgiving. I winced a bit when I read about her desire to eat some familiar foods. I can relate to that; it's not easy to watch others eat foods you want, but can't have. I'm so relieved that her digestive system is OK. I pray daily that she'll eventually be able to swallow foods again.
ReplyDeleteBeing around grandchildren can be the best therapy for grandparents. Their love is unconditional and their faith is inspiring. Sherrie can only benefit from their presence.
Gloria