Good Appointment Day

Along with rehab today, I also had another pulmonary function test and a clinic appointment with my pulmonologist.  For my PFT, I improved 2% from last week, so I am happy with that!  At my clinic appointment, everything from the doctors/nurses was positive.  They thought that I am right where I should be considering the multiple surgeries I had and the time frame.  We went over all my medications, rehab progress, and any concerns I had.  They did tell me I could drive again in about 2 1/2 weeks.  That's fine; because I really don't feel ready yet as I am still pretty sore and stiff.  But the biggest news was two-fold:  they do think, barring any complications, that I should be ready to go home in mid-July (just in time for Harry Potter, girls!!)!  Secondly, they told me I that I could go home for a weekend visit between now and then if I would like!  Sooo, since Monday, July 4 is a holiday and all of my appointments will be postponed until Tuesday, I may consider coming home for the long weekend, IF I can work out the transportation.  I will be working on that!

The past couple of days Paul and Kristi have been taking turns staying with me and accompanying me to my appointments.  I continue to be so appreciative of them taking their time to be with me and help me during my recovery.  I am so fortunate to have such wonderful friends and family!  Tomorrow, my friend Greta arrives and will be staying until Sunday.  I am really looking forward to seeing her!  A new person with whom to hunt for treats!

Rocking the Bjorn Borg look at rehab (Ann took this pic last week)