I just got to tell Steve over the phone all about my birthday shenanigans yesterday--bottomline avoid the gelatinous pork when in Chinatown. We had to wrap up the call because Alison, the recreational therapist was coming in for some time with Steve. He was in his chair and ready to go. Aunt Karen was able to help MaryAnn get him out of bed today. They got him up without help from any nurses, which is good practice for when they are at home.
Steve had some of his favorite people for the center at his graduation yesterday--Carol and Briana (his old physical therapists), Mike (his ICU nurse), Erica (one of the charge nurses on his floor now), and Lex. MaryAnn said it was really nice. Only five more days now until Steve's home!
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
7.8.08
Steve was rightfully upset yesterday morning because his call button was not put on him by a member of the staff, and so he had no way to contact the nurses station to let them know he needed his mouth suctioned. His call button is on a headband that allows him to be able to call the nurse by raising his eyebrow. It needs to be on him anytime that he is in the room alone.
A little longer and he'll be home. Steve's now going home on Monday, July 14, in order to allow a little more time for the house to be ready. So although not tomorrow, less than a week!
Today is Steve's graduation ceremony at Shepherd. They have a little ceremony in the gym for all patients before they leave the center. Steve's ceremony is at 2 PM today. Hopefully, some of his old nurses from ICU will be able to make it and maybe Lex too. Whoo HOOOO--Steve, you're almost home! Congrats on the graduation! Go on and soak up all the Lex-isms that you can before you go, it's not long now. I hope the next bunch of days FLY by. Love you! Have a great day!
A little longer and he'll be home. Steve's now going home on Monday, July 14, in order to allow a little more time for the house to be ready. So although not tomorrow, less than a week!
Today is Steve's graduation ceremony at Shepherd. They have a little ceremony in the gym for all patients before they leave the center. Steve's ceremony is at 2 PM today. Hopefully, some of his old nurses from ICU will be able to make it and maybe Lex too. Whoo HOOOO--Steve, you're almost home! Congrats on the graduation! Go on and soak up all the Lex-isms that you can before you go, it's not long now. I hope the next bunch of days FLY by. Love you! Have a great day!
Sunday, July 6, 2008
7.6.08
Steve had a good weekend. He was able to watch the fireworks with April, MaryAnn, Aunt Karen and Nana. It was long day for Steve; he was in the chair for about 12 hours. He didn't get back to his room until after 10. His Saturday was solid too. April spent the weekend nights with him.
Steve's chair was delivered to his house. They will now be able to use it to equip the van with the necessary locks, so he will be all set once he's home.
Thanks for checking back on Steve's progress. He's been having a good spell. Please leave him tons of comments for the new week. Let him know what you were up to this weekend. Thanks everyone!
Steve's chair was delivered to his house. They will now be able to use it to equip the van with the necessary locks, so he will be all set once he's home.
Thanks for checking back on Steve's progress. He's been having a good spell. Please leave him tons of comments for the new week. Let him know what you were up to this weekend. Thanks everyone!
Friday, July 4, 2008
7.4.08
Steve's temp is a little low right now, so they have a pile of blankets on him, a few fresh from the dryer so hopefully, that will warm him right up. April just arrived, so we know that she will at least have him smiling. Amanda, your post about some fireworks shenanigans had him laughing as he was trying to explain what had happened. MaryAnn said he was laughing quite a bit about it, so thanks for that!
They are all still supposed to go to the seventh floor to watch the fireworks tonight. And Lex said that he was going to come back to watch with Steve, which would be really cool.
The search continues for a nurse, so please keep your ears open if you know of anyone who might be a good fit. Thanks.
OK, here's hoping that Steve's temp returns to normal and he has a good rest of the holiday. Lots of love to you today Steve!
We're all thinking about you and hoping you have a good night. xoxo
They are all still supposed to go to the seventh floor to watch the fireworks tonight. And Lex said that he was going to come back to watch with Steve, which would be really cool.
The search continues for a nurse, so please keep your ears open if you know of anyone who might be a good fit. Thanks.
OK, here's hoping that Steve's temp returns to normal and he has a good rest of the holiday. Lots of love to you today Steve!
We're all thinking about you and hoping you have a good night. xoxo
Thursday, July 3, 2008
7.3.08
Steve had another good day today. His increase in spasms continue to be a discomfort, but other than that, no major complaints. We are so thankful for this. MaryAnn was trying to get access to the atrium on the seventh floor tomorrow night so that they could watch fireworks together. I bet Atlanta does a pretty solid show...Happy 4th Everyone!
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
7.2.08
Steve had another pretty good day today. Just think, this time next week he'll be home! I can't help but think about how much Lex is going to miss Steve! And of course the nurses there. Two nurses have offered to use their vacation time to come to Alabama and help MaryAnn, which is so kind and generous and phenomenal.
OK, here's hoping that Steve sleeps well and has another good day tomorrow.
OK, here's hoping that Steve sleeps well and has another good day tomorrow.
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
7.1.08
Steve will be leaving the Shepherd Center on July 9th, next Wednesday. Thankfully, this allows a little more time for the house.
Not long now and Steve will be home sweet home.
MaryAnn and Steve picked out a van today. It's the same color blue that Joe's Dad's plumbing truck was, so we're all taking that as a good omen. It will be at their house when they arrive home.
Steve was in the chair about nine hours today. He was feeling good today and he had a smooth night last night.
Courtney placed the final order for T-shirts today. Thanks to everyone for your contributions and making the Steve-O shirts the IN thing to be wearing. Courtney still has some shirts from the second order which need to be picked up. Once again Courtney's contact info is cjlburrough20@gmail.com or 256-828-9325 or 256-755-7585. Thank you Courtney!
**Please note, Joe and MaryAnn are looking for a home healthcare nurse or a private duty nurse. If you know of anyone who might be a great fit for them, please email Joe at Stevecj5@mchsi.com. Joe is currently having discussions with agencies, but any additional recommendations would be greatly appreciated.
Not long now and Steve will be home sweet home.
MaryAnn and Steve picked out a van today. It's the same color blue that Joe's Dad's plumbing truck was, so we're all taking that as a good omen. It will be at their house when they arrive home.
Steve was in the chair about nine hours today. He was feeling good today and he had a smooth night last night.
Courtney placed the final order for T-shirts today. Thanks to everyone for your contributions and making the Steve-O shirts the IN thing to be wearing. Courtney still has some shirts from the second order which need to be picked up. Once again Courtney's contact info is cjlburrough20@gmail.com or 256-828-9325 or 256-755-7585. Thank you Courtney!
**Please note, Joe and MaryAnn are looking for a home healthcare nurse or a private duty nurse. If you know of anyone who might be a great fit for them, please email Joe at Stevecj5@mchsi.com. Joe is currently having discussions with agencies, but any additional recommendations would be greatly appreciated.
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