His surgery was in the old building. This new building is the Kohler Building. It is joined to the old hospital. Jim spent the rest of his stay in the new building. Single-bed rooms and his own bathroom, very nice.
They marked the surgery site, cute, eh?
They marked the surgery site, cute, eh?
Kelly and Crystal's family(minus Ryan and Alex had work and school) came to support Jim and I during this time. It was nice to not be alone during the long wait. Addy and Sophia liked the "all you can drink hot chocolate bar". We played cards and they played on their laptop.
Chris and Kelly entertained Dylan with stroller rides and books.
Daddy gives Dylan some lovin'.
Jim's hospital room had a gorgeous view of the city, river and Mt. Hood.
We spent a lot of time waiting and sitting. Even though Jim was resting, he knew his family support was there for him. Thank goodness for hand help electronics in those quiet times.We also went for a tram ride. This tram links OHSU with a new facility, The Center for Health and Healing. Jim goes there for all his checkups.Owen points to the view down below. It was extra beautiful with all the trees changing to their autumn colors.
Payton listens intently to Papa. While Jim was in the hospital, every evening and morning, Payton would ask Crystal, "Where's Papa?" She missed her playmate. Jim always chases, races, and tickles his little Paypay.
Get well kisses from Dylan.
Chris and Kelly entertained Dylan with stroller rides and books.
Daddy gives Dylan some lovin'.
We spent a lot of time waiting and sitting. Even though Jim was resting, he knew his family support was there for him. Thank goodness for hand help electronics in those quiet times.We also went for a tram ride. This tram links OHSU with a new facility, The Center for Health and Healing. Jim goes there for all his checkups.Owen points to the view down below. It was extra beautiful with all the trees changing to their autumn colors.
Payton listens intently to Papa. While Jim was in the hospital, every evening and morning, Payton would ask Crystal, "Where's Papa?" She missed her playmate. Jim always chases, races, and tickles his little Paypay.
Get well kisses from Dylan.
Jim was glad to have his family there. Love is a great healer.
Our dear friend Pam, drove up from Albany to visit Jim, while her husband, Jason was in a meeting in Salem.
Jim loves the OHSU hospital food. I try not to get a complex about that, but it's hard.
I brought Jim home from the hospital on Oct. 10th. I think he could have stayed another day, but he wanted to go home. He's still not well. He recouped so fast the first 2 times, but not this time. He had vertigo for about 10 days. The back of his neck is still giving him pains. Positioning in surgery can sometimes cause that. He went to church for the first time today and I think that also made him feel better. Crystal and her 2 little ones flew home on Oct. 10th and Chris and Kelly's family drove home on Oct. 11th. Thanks to both of your families for the support, time and sacrifices that you made to come be with dad and I. We love you!!
Our dear friend Pam, drove up from Albany to visit Jim, while her husband, Jason was in a meeting in Salem.
Jim loves the OHSU hospital food. I try not to get a complex about that, but it's hard.
I brought Jim home from the hospital on Oct. 10th. I think he could have stayed another day, but he wanted to go home. He's still not well. He recouped so fast the first 2 times, but not this time. He had vertigo for about 10 days. The back of his neck is still giving him pains. Positioning in surgery can sometimes cause that. He went to church for the first time today and I think that also made him feel better. Crystal and her 2 little ones flew home on Oct. 10th and Chris and Kelly's family drove home on Oct. 11th. Thanks to both of your families for the support, time and sacrifices that you made to come be with dad and I. We love you!!
2 comments:
Great post and get well Jim.
Jason
We were so thankful we could come and be there with you both. I know the kids were glad they got to come this time, for what we hope will be the third and final surgery....hoping the radiation does its job. We love you Mom and Dad!
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