Really

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Great news! Thank you Gerry for the update.

 

[once_upon]

Thanks for the update @Gerry and @Lee. You are so correct that often the staff (at least the nurse and therapists, the doctors do when follow-up appointments happen) don't see the work of the miracles/hard work.

I remember very clearly the little boy who had bilateral brain hemorrhages who woke up after nearly a year in a coma - when his parents brought him back to see us, how we all cried and hugged each other, his parents and Billy. The hospital staff - from the nurses to the housekeeping staff will love to see you!

In a world of turmoil, your good news is a welcomed break. Hugs to all of you.

 

[kwanfan1818]

They rarely get to see the end result of their life-saving work. A lot of us caregiver spouses think ICU doctors are wrong when they commonly say that most recovery is seen in the first 18 months. Maybe if more patients went back after 18 months they would understand how recovery progresses better.

And, from anecdotal, maybe then it would be measured.

 

[overedge]

Wonderful news, @Gerry !!!

 

[Spun Silver]

And, from anecdotal, maybe then it would be measured.

Yes... though probably by a different type of doctor-researcher. Maybe physiatrists specializing in brain injuries?

I was really thinking more of what the families are told in that scary first period. The truth is, the ICU doctors are not responsible for the long-term recovery process and don't know much about it. Especially since it varies vastly from patient to patient. So arbitrary factoids like the 18-month thing, that might discourage patients and families from continuing to seek improvement, aren't especially helpful IMO. And then there are things they could say to prepare the family but don't.... But I don't mean to be ungrateful. I am as thankful to the doctors and staff at Roosevelt as @Gerry is to those at wherever Lee is. One of these days I will drag my hubby in to display his recovery and thank them whether he wants to or not!

 

[Nan]

Joyous news. I continue to hold you and Lee in my heart and prayers.

 

[4rkidz]

Wonderful news @Gerry & @Really, I know it's baby steps with brain injuries but with my dad he continued to make progress right up to the day he died (not from his brain injury). Quite amazing how her brain will make new pathways, my dads taste in food even changed. He also became much more aware of his senses, especially his hearing. Occupational therapists were the best helping with the aphasia. Continued good luck on your healing journey

 

[Asli]

Wonderful news about Lee moving to a hospital two minutes from home!

It seems to me that the only good news in the world is in this thread. So please, keep it coming!

 

[halffull]

Happy tears here too for Lee and @Gerry. So happy for you all

 

[NeilJLeonard]

Outstanding! Best news I've heard in 2017! Will be waiting for more.....

 

[skatefan]

Such good news @Gerry - what a relief to have Lee just two minutes from home The care she has received from yourself and the medical teams has been phenomenal and this is such a big step. I'm so happy for you all. I agree with @Asli that this surely is the good news thread we need

 

[skipaway]

Am very happy to hear your wonderful news. Just keeps getting better and better. Wishing you both continued success and progress.

 

[Marge_Simpson]

What wonderful news for both of you.
Still sending prayers.

 

[VALuvsMKwan]

Best news I've heard all week. How wonderful and amazing. Thank you for keeping us up to date.

Take care of yourself too. Marvelous for you to be able to be at home and still so close.

 

[NancyNC]

Such wonderful news, thank you again for keeping us updated! I'm so glad that you are so close to home now as well - sleeping in your own bed will be a treat!

 

[skatemomaz]

Wonderful news! Thank you @Gerry for keeping us posted. @Really I live for the day we see you posting again.

 

[sweetsparky]

Awesome news! Wishing you and Lee all the best and keeping you both in my prayers.

 

[aftershocks]

It's great to hear all the good news about Lee's recovery milestones. Continued best wishes to Lee, Gerry, and their family!

Thanks to Gerry for keeping us updated.

 

[insideedgeua]

I'm so happy to read each and every update Gerry! Really seems to be making such wonderful progress. Wishing you and your family all the very best in this journey.

 

[Bunny Hop]

I missed this news earlier this week, as I have only had time to do a quick skim of FSU of an evening, but it was wonderful to read, and glad you are both home/close to home again.

 

[kwanfan1818]

Just waving and hoping the transition went/continues to go smoothly!

 

[4rkidz]

Adding my support for the continued recovery for Lee! Hope you are getting support too @Gerry

 

[skatesindreams]

Know that you and Lee are in my thoughts daily, Gerry!

 

[once_upon]

Bump

 

[misskarne]

I'm so happy to know that Really is closer to home, Gerry! All my love to you and Lee!

 

[FiveRinger]

I am so happy for both of you. You two continue to stay in my thoughts and prayers!

 

[Buzz]

Thinking of you @Really and your family!

 

[once_upon]

@Gerry any updates on how the transition has been?

 

[halffull]

There's not a day goes by that I don't think of you, Lee and your wonderful family! I, like everyone else here, keep sending you positive, healing thoughts and love!!! I hope you're having a good week

 

[Aceon6]

Time for another bump. @Gerry and @Really Wishing you continued small steps forward and looking forward to your next appearances!