Jackie's husband Charlie

Hope you had a wonderful day together!!

Jackie, so glad Charles is getting better.  Hope you guys had a wonderful day today, even if you couldn't "cook".    Keeping you both in my thoguhts.

Yesterday was nice. :)  Even when he was napping or at the computer, the house felt normal because he was here.  I cut his hair and it doesn't look perfect but so much better than the shaggy mop he had.

I forgot to tell you that I met the most wonderful Anatolian Shepherd at rehab on Saturday.  His name was Forest and I wanted to curl up on the floor with him and snuggle.  What a nice dog. :)  His owner said he was from a rescue and was quite shy when she got him.  

Charles told me that all three of his therapists (physical, occupational and speech) are ready to recommend he go home.  The docs still have to agree and we aren't sure when that happens.  It's Spring Break and the docs are trying to spend time with their families and who can blame them?  Hopefully, we will hear by Wednesday.

Charles is still weak and will need some outpatient PT. It's just a matter of time and building himself back up.   He's lost a lot of weight and still isn't eating that much. The food sucks, so that's a big part of it.  I've brought him food from home but he doesn't have a good appetite yet or maybe my cooking was rotten too.  I'm eating for both of us. :(

Thanks for the cards and the continued good vibes and prayers.  I could paper my living room with the cards and I love taking them to Charles.  It's a fun way to laugh together.  I'll have to take a picture of all of them and share with you guys.   Don't hold your breath on that one. lol  

JackieG

Charles told me that all three of his therapists (physical, occupational and speech) are ready to recommend he go home.  The docs still have to agree and we aren't sure when that happens. 

 I just love all the great news about Mr. Jackie (lol, sorry, I just love that nickname)

This recovery has just been so fantastic.  Continued prayers.  So awesome that he could be coming home soon.  Absolutely incredible :D

^^^ what Steph said!

I can totally understand how wonderful it must've been to have him for the day and I hope that the dr's agree with the therapists and he can come home for good really soon. I'm betting once he is home that his appetite will pick up. It kind of boggles my mind to think back to when all this first happened and how dire things seemed. It's been a wonderful surprise to see that Charles has done so much better than was expected and I hope that trend continues.

WooHoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

He's getting released tomorrow!  I have a only a minute and will update more later.  He will continue to need outpatient care and we are working on that with the rehab place, insurance people, etc.  I'm so happy but scared at the same time if that makes any sense.

HIP HIP HOORAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WOOHOO MR JACKIE!!! 

 Absolutely awesome news!!!!!!!!!! Hooray for Charlie!!!!!!!!

I know I haven't commented on  this thread for a while but I'm sooooooo happy for you!!!!

WooHoo!

I wish I was better with words and I could make you feel how elated I am right now.  Three weeks ago I felt on the brink of losing him forever.  To be bringing him home tomorrow feels like a miracle.  He has some more recovering to do and we know that will take some time and he will be dealing with the colostomy and then the surgery to reverse that.  But those things all seem so minor today.

 I'ts taken me a few hours to fully get my mind around him being home.  I felt sort of worried at first because I felt like he was losing that safety net of being in a medical facility.  But as the day has gone by and I've taken it all in, I know the best place for him to finish his recovery is right here with me and the dogs.  It's not that I haven't been wanting him home but the reality was a little scary at first.

He will be going to outpatient therapy but we haven't decided where and are talking to some people and the insurance company.  The insurance company has been very good so far and I hope that continues.  We don't want to do the outpatient at this facility, it's just too far away from our house.  We'll get that sorted out in a day or two. 

  You guys are so very much a part of this entire experience.  You have made a difference in our lives that will never be forgotten.  I thank you with all my heart for being here for me and for Charles.   I'll keep everyone updated in Mindless Chat because I think this thread has reached the best possible conclusion.    I think I'll go buy a lotto ticket.  That might be pushing it though. lol

Fantastic news!