This last week was incredibly busy. Mom is driving herself to physical therapy 3 times a week and is still going strong on her machine. She's reaching that point where she is tired and weary of all the pain and work, and is trying not to be discouraged with the slow progress, but it is tough. We just keep trying to remind her that it has only been 3 weeks, and that it will be worth it in the long run.
As for me, I haven't been much help to her this week because Gavin has had a bad asthma exacerbation. We were afraid it had turned into pneumonia, but after a trip to the ER and his pulmonologist, the x-rays just show severe inflammation and mucus. The poor guy has been on steroids and breathing treatments for a week and is not himself.
The highlight for all of us this week was the arrival of Heidi and Brendon's new baby boy Richard Barton Schwartz II (Richie). He was born on Wednesday night just after 6pm and weighed 7 lbs 8 oz. I haven't seen him yet due to the illness on our end, but I hear he is absolutely beautiful. They are at home now and trying to adjust to their new schedule (or lack of).
I hope all of you have a fantastic week.
Love,
Elise
Knee replacement take 2! My mom had her left knee replaced back in January. It was a very long hard recovery for her, but she's finally ready for the right knee. Surgery is scheduled for 1:30(ish) on Wednesday, August 19. I'll try my best to keep the site updated on her progress.
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