Denise is finally home!

Here's a photo of Denise with some of the crew at the SNF. These are just some of the people that played a part in her getting better during this last phase of her hospital stay. After taking pictures & saying goodbye to other residents/friends, Denise was discharged from the skilled nursing facility about 6pm this evening. So far, so good. Denise's choice for her first meal at home: our favorite pizza (from Petrillo's in San Gabriel).

Well, part of me wants to put "The End" with this post, but past experience tells me that it might be wise to keep this blog going for just a little while longer. And at some point, Denise & I need to write a big long "Thank You" episode on the blog to thank everyone. And there should also probably be an "Invitation" episode on the blog to let you all know when & where there'll be a big reception or something so Denise can meet a bunch of the new friends she gained by going through this ordeal. When the dust settles...

Happenings today: There was an appointment with the retinologist today to see about her vision damage. But there was a mix-up and an opthomologist came to see Denise instead. So we're going back again tomorrow to see the proper specialist. That's a biggie appointment. Another biggie appointment will be next Tuesday when we go to see the infectious disease doctor again. In the mean time, we're watching Denise for headaches, dizziness, and anything else that might signal a problem. Liver enzymes went down SGOT & SGPT were down about 20 points. AlkPhos was slightly higher than it was last time (in the low 300s).

Denise says "Thank you for all your prayers. Because of your consideration and prayer and God's strength, I've made it home!"
Love, Denise
She also says that compared to the hospital beds & Gore-Tex mattress pads she's been on for so many months, our bed has got to be the most comfortable in the world. I'm going to see if she's right. G'night.