My Dad comes HOME next week!!

[Robinrs]

For those of you who don't know... a bit of a background..

My Dad had a stroke that put him in the hospital back in June. He's been in rehab and then put into a nursing home. During that time he's lost about 40 pounds, lost his ability to walk, swallow, talk legibly and most horribly, lost his caretaker and wife of 61 years, my Mom, in September.

Since then his sister gave up her life in New York and came down to take care of him. He's been taken off his food tube and has been able to eat on his own. Thanks to his incredible therapists he's gone from a wheelchair to a walker and talks better than I do! He's gained 20 pounds thanks to his sister's unbelievable cooking and care also!

My Dad at 83 now is the clearest thinking most able human being in my family!

Well, today the nursing home told us that he's fine to go home. Yes, my dear sweet Dad will be home for Thanksgiving, Christmas and forever more. I am so grateful!!

This is MY Christmas present!

 

[Dopeygirl]

Oh, how wonderful, Robin! What a wonderful Christmas present!

 

[pumba]

Michael......I think that a hug is in order......give him one from a mainiac

 

[dizneenut]

Oh Robin, that is so wonderful!!!

 

[binny]

Oh Robin!!! I am SO very happy for you!!!!


Thank you for sharing

 

[browneyes]

That's great news Robin. I bet the nurses will miss him. Your aunt sounds like a wonderful person just like the rest of you.

 

[JerseyJanice]

I am so glad to read such good news from you, Robin. You certainly deserve some for a change.

 

[Big V]

That's great news for you and Michael! It's so wonderful when family can help out like your Aunt did. Have a wonderful Holiday season!

 

[Poohstyx]

Great news! I am so happy for all of you.

Poohstyx

 

[Patrick IL.]

Wonderful news Robin...I am so pleased to hear this!

 

[kejoda]

That is a wonderful Christmas present. I'm happy for you and your family.

 

[catsrule]

Oh Robin, that is soooo wonderful! What a wonderful present! Make sure you get him to stand under some mistletoe.

 

[ead79]

WONDERFUL NEWS, Robin! I know that spending the holidays together will be the perfect thing for both of you. God provides!

 

[Blondie]

What a heart warming thing to read!

Your Dad's recovery has alot to do with those who love him!

 

[Teejay32]

Great update.

Welcome home Mr.S!

 

[Boots]

What wonderful news!!!

 

[Towncrier]

Great news Robin for you and Michael and your dad too. With all the tragedy in the world and here on the CB, it's good to hear some good news for a change. God Bless you all.

 

[nativetxn]

That's wonderful news, Robin. I'm so happy for him and you!

 

[charlie,nj]

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[EROS]

Fantastic News . He certainly has a great deal of strength and fortitude. Wishing him many years of continued good health ..........