Thursday, Jan 5, 2012

Wow! I think that Allan and I are completely overwhelmed by the love and support we have received from you all. What a comfort to know that we are cared for by so many people. I apologize for not updating the blog as frequently. I used to do my updates while Allan was hospitalized, and I did not have daily interruptions. Now that we are home, I have gone back to work. By the time I get home around 5:00, play with the kids and feed them, get them bathed and ready for bed, then do allan's speech homework, I'm too tired to blog.
Allan had his PCP appt yesterday, and had his BP medication increased. Last night, Allan's childhood friend (a speech pathologist) came by to show me how to help Allan with his homework. Thank you very much Amy Caverlee!!! Allan starts ST at BIR on Monday, and we also have f/u with hematology on Monday. Hopefully that appt will provide us with some valuable info. We have a cardiology appt with a Baylor physician next week. Always good to get a second opinion! We f/u with the fort worth cardiologist at the end of the month.
Allan and I are very fortunate to have very supportive bosses! Allan's boss, Jason, came by on Tuesday to visit. He has graciously volunteered to come by the house two times/week to help Allan relearn his computer/job skills. Thank you Jason!
We had an excellent meal on Tuesday from Mary Ann and Jim Johnson; thank you! Allan loved his meal and said it was just what he needed.
A funny little story: Allan and my mom went to Starbuck's on Wednesday morning. Allan told my mom that he wanted to try to order by himself. Allan told the Barista that he had a stroke and was still crazy in his head. So Allan Richard! Very proud of him for taking chances and for being able to laugh at himself. A quality that I have always admired in him.
Will update more later.