Home Sweet Home

Home again ... whew! It has only been 24 hours since we left the hospital, but it is wonderful to be home and resting in my own bed this afternoon.

We made it home about 12:30pm and all is still good with the cast/foot ... thankfully, the swelling from the flight was pretty minimal. I was able to keep the foot elevated on several pillows during the two hour flight, so glad we planned ahead. The direct flight was the way to go. Everyone was very helpful at the airport.

Special thanks to Trista for surprising us with "Welcome Home" ballons and fun card sitting at our front door, as we pulled into the driveway. We hooted and hollered in delight and couldn't wait to get out of the car to see who sent them. You made our day brighter! Thanks also to the Willis family for making dinner for us tonight ... haven't had it yet, but am sure it will be yummy.

My arm is much more sore and bothersome than the foot. The arm is really tight, sore and stiff, so it is going to take some "getting back in shape" work. The arm incision is probably 7-8" long, but it is narrow. It will come around with increased use in the next several weeks.

The blue bag on my head (second pic) was an upset stomach bag and we were being silly ... one nurse always joked with us that I could take it home and use it as a party hat, if I didn't it was not needed for upper GI troubles. I didn't need it - for either tummy troubles or as a party hat!

Tried to nap this afternoon, but I think I am overly excited about being home and can't sleep ... I will crash tonight, as today has been filled with a lot of activity. We started a list on the plan about all things we've learned in the last week. I need to finish it and then will post some thoughts related to blessings and life lessons along our journey in Texas.

Love,
Jenny