Tom wanted this picture posted so that all dear and concerned ones shouldn't fret, but he insisted on a shave first which didn't happen until last Friday and my blog was closed for the amazingly nice weekend. Today he looks even better, though the doctors have decided to let his leg do more mending before they attempt a graft. After a visit to the OR today the plastic surgeons declared Friday the new target date for that proceedure. The doctors did warn us at the beginning that this would take a long time. Doctors don't lie! But the good news is that if the graft happens on Friday and if it works, we are looking at being out of the ICU (and profound isolation) by the end of next week. Keep your collective fingers crossed. I messed up awfully on the last blog trying to include all groups of friends in one, sleep deprived, fell swoop. I left out loved ones at St. Thomas Church who've contributed oodles to Tom's spiritual strength and the folks at Vanderbilt Y who can take credit for Tom's physical strength by making laps amusing. Tom's advises anyone listening to be sure to have both fronts, the spiritual and physical, in good shape before taking on a city bus. I will let you know next when the magic grafting begins. Blessings all around.
Dear Tom: It's about time that you shaved! Although boyish as ever in Sue's photograph, you're nonetheless a bit long in the tooth to be masquerading as one of the Beastie Boys! Or is it an appearance on one of those desert island reality shows that you aspire to?
ReplyDeleteOur daily suspense as to whether the growth on your chin is of three or four days vintage is really too much. Please leave the ICU forthwith so that we can chide you in person at your bedside. With fondest wishes for your continuing recovery. Kevin and Susan
Hello Tom, What a smile! So good to see. Merlin and I send masses of positive vibes and hope you are not getting too impatient with the process. It seems you have weathered some pretty bad storms so far. Here's hoping for plainer sailing and calmer waters ahead. Love Janet and Merlin
ReplyDeletePS great baby, congratulations!
Tom, Your followers are getting impatient! Seeing your smiling face makes us want to get you out of there asap. We are hoping you co-operate with the doctors and make a speedy exit. There is LOTS to talk about, as usual.
ReplyDeleteLots of love,
Maria and David