Friday News

I have been here since about 11:00am, Dad was a little tired when I got here, but now he is really kickin’. After lunch he did a breathing treatment, Joel’s Parents stopped in on there way to McCook, and he got up for a walk, an entire lap around this...

Late Night Visit

Just stopped by to see Dad following my night at work. I got here at around 11:00 pm. Since the West Tower doors lock at 9:00 pm, you have to enter in at the Emergency doors. That’s quite a walk around through the main entrance, admissions, and even the surgical...

Getting ready for Bed

Today was a great day again. Dad had some more tubes removed. Dr. Bibler came in after supper time and removed some tubes from his chest and put a new bandage on his incision. He also had the catheter removed. I believe later tonight he is going to be taken off of the...

Uncle Scott

Samantha, Macie and Sydney made Uncle Scott a “get well soon” sign following surgery. How thoughtful and loving! I know he would love the company of family being here, little things like this make it feel like they are here. I’m glad this blog has...

One Lap

Dad just completed a lap around his floor, the farthest he’s gone yet. He made it all the way through without stopping for a rest. He’s already walked twice today, and will continue to more tomorrow. Cindy, the cardiac therapist that walks with Dad each...