I'm not sure how ten days went by without an update. Could've sworn I snuck one in there. LOL
Latest news:
We are headed home soon! We decided to forego the original plan to transition to the apartments after staying in-patient due to Brian's pneumonia. If Brian doesn't pull any shenanigans, the plan is for me to fly home with a team from Craig (PT, Respiratory Therapist, Nurse) on Monday the 27th, and Brian will take a medical flight home on the 28th. We are so excited (and scared), but are SO ready to come home!
Brian is doing well. The docs increased his steroid and are trying to lower one of his blood pressure meds. Overall, his blood pressure has done pretty well, although he likes to sneak a few low ones in from time-to-time. Brian is still working hard in his therapies. His neck is getting stronger and hopefully soon, he can get rid of his head pads. He's keeping a positive attitude and making the staff laugh every day.
It's been a tough week for me. School started for the teachers on Monday. It's always fun to be part of the excitement of Rah-Rah day and a new school year. I miss everyone terribly. I can't wait to see my Crestwood family. The girls went back to school today and we always have a tradition of getting our first day of school pics together. I know they are little milestones, but I sure hate missing them. Kenz is a junior this year and Maddie is an 8th grader. Year 23 for me. Should be 24, but I took a year off when I had Maddie. :)
Elsie (the pup) starts her journey home in the morning. It has been the best therapy having her here for the last six weeks. My sweet brother is road tripping again to KC and then our KC besties will meet my mom and the girls in Columbia to bring her home.
Exciting news! There's another member of the Heine clan! My niece and nephew had their first baby, Carter James, last night. Her twin sister had a baby a few weeks back. It's going to be fun watching the babies grow up together. They look so cute in pics and we look forward to meeting them in person.
Keep the prayers coming for Brian's stability so that our journey home can happen. Thanks for all of your support!
So excited you have a planned date for coming home! I can't wait til I can give both of you a hug. Prayers that all goes well! You are a rock Julie - bless you for being you! Love you both
ReplyDeleteSuch exciting news. Can't wait til you both are home. Sending prayers your way!
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