Sunday, June 3, 2012
I called Dad on Thursday afternoon to see how he was doing. I forget most of the telephone conversation, probably because of how it ended. Just as the conversation felt like it was wrapping up, Dad said to me, "Guess what? I'm getting out of here in a half hour." Hearing those words made my day.... Sign in to see full entry.
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Today Might Just Be The Day
I spoke to Dad last night on the phone. He told me that there is still a "pretty good chance" that he will be discharged from the hospital today. If he is to be discharged, he was not sure yesterday what the exact time was. Whatever time he was discharged he said that he will be sure to see me... Sign in to see full entry.
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
A Little Work
Dad no longer needs dialysis, an excellent development. He is hoping to be getting out of the hospital on Thursday. Among the many things written on the hospital's discharge papers were that I should return to the emergency room if my fever was still present three days later and/or if I developed a... Sign in to see full entry.
Monday, May 28, 2012
Stepping Up
Many have stepped up while Dad and I have been out of commission. Upon finding out a week ago that Dad was at the hospital, Howard Booth called Dad to let him know that he would be glad to work nights once his full-time job let out for the day. Howard offered to work as a favor. Dad said that he... Sign in to see full entry.
Sunday, May 27, 2012
I Am Sick
Dad is getting better by the day. From the looks of things he will be out of the hospital some time this week. I wrote last entry that the doctor expected Dad to be released on Saturday. The doctor recommended staying in the hospital longer in order for Dad to be monitored 24/7. Dad took the advice.... Sign in to see full entry.