Dave was released from rehab yesterday. He did a great job in his rehab work according to the therapists. He doesn't have any follow up work here in NZ. He has a broken tooth that will need to be fixed when he gets back to the US. (Noteworthy update ... Dave says the broken tooth is 'growing on him' and he might not want it fixed. See next paragraph for a possible explanation.) He has been told to 'take it easy' for the next twelve months. Basically he needs to avoid things that might stress his brain either physically or mentally.
It's good to have Dave back here with us. He seems to be the same 'crazy' kid with whom we started this adventure back in June. He definitely did not lose his irreverent (sometimes wacky, sometimes bizarre) sense of humor and he still loves tormenting his sister.
Our next big date is Tuesday. LuAnn has a follow up appointment with the plastics doctors that day. First, we're hoping they remove the braces from her teeth because the damn things hurt her and make it very difficult to eat and live. Second, we're hoping they give her a travel date so we can make the arrangements to get back home.
With each passing day, we get more and more anxious to get back home to Family and Friends.
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Hi LuAnn and Joe. This is Kathy and Ron Kuz. We just heard about your accident when Ron was at Patty's the other day. I have never blogged so it took me a while to get to this site! God Bless you all! It sounds like the people in NZ have been absolutely wonderful to you. We will continue to pray for your continued improvements and your safe return home!!!!!!
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Hi LuAnn and Joe. This is Kuz. Little did I know that a simple trip to the vet to look at a flea problem (not mine) would leave me feeling so helpless and frustrated. The longer Patty took to tell me of your family's terrible situation the more ill I felt. Then to top it off, she then tells me of Eileen's remodeling adventure on Bellflower. I walked out of her office saying to myself, "Geez, the only thing I have to worry about are a bunch of dead fleas on my dog" Little did you both know that going through double sessions with Nara and "band camp" with Mr. Wietzel would prepare you for the fight of your lives!
ReplyDeleteIt's kind of ironic that just two weeks ago we were sitting next to the NZ American football team at the international Tournament in Canton. Kathy walked over to one of the coaches and asked him to say something so she could hear how he talked. We are actually in negotiations with NZ to do some coaching clinics. Right now I not to thrilled about the idea.
We anyway, we are praying for you and your familiy's recovery and GODSPEED you back to Ohio.
Love you,
Kuz
Yeah!!! David's out of the hospital!!! Hopefully, there will be more goods news for everyone after LuAnn's trip to the dr. on Tuesday. I'll be praying for you. Love, Cindy
ReplyDeleteLuAnn, Joe, Sarah, and David -
ReplyDeleteWe are sending you many prayers and good wishes. Keep moving forward and get home soon!! Love, The Zilkas
Hi Everyone,
ReplyDeleteIt's just wonderful that you are able to talk "coming home" these days. With all the prayers and love being sent your way, LuAnn is bound to hear good news on Tuesday. Until then perhaps some kiwi martinis might be in order, LuAnn - easy to drink with the braces and pain killers to boot! Whatever works! Let me know how they go with s'mores!
It's so wonderful to be able to hear the news as you all post your experiences. Seeing the landscape and the smiling faces - even the sheep - was such a treat. How's your walking coming, Joe? Huge hugs to all, and as grateful as we are for all the incredible help you have been given - we want you home again - SOON.
Love to you all,
Sary Mue
Oh Dave! Not fixing your tooth?!!!
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How wonderful it was to see the pictures. The smiling faces brought joy to my heart. I continue to appreciate the blog and hearing all your news and now to have the pictures to go along with it makes it even more comforting. You are in a beautiful location and I am certain that makes it a little sweeter.
ReplyDeleteI continue to send my love and best wishes for continued good news on the medical front.
Glad to see everything is moving along! Been praying for your family's speedy recovery. It will be a great day when you all can set foot back into the states.
ReplyDeleteTake care
Hi All -
ReplyDeleteWhat super news about David's good rehab! Our fingers are crossed that LuAnn will receive a "thumbs up" as well. She certainly has been patient and cooperative - not that she had much choice....Glad to hear there is talk of coming home now. There is NO place as comforting as home.... Our prayers continue to follow and, hopefully, support you.
Judy