Old_Grouch
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Hope nobody minds a separate thread but I didn't want this update to get lost in all the well wishes.
Everyone's prayers, mojo and kung fu must have been strong. I just talked with our buddy and she's doing fine.
Dolphin  got to the hospital around 9:30 this morning and only got home within the last hour or so.
The doc told her the surgery went well good thing or I was going to visit. She goes back to have the dressing changed tomorrow.
They have her in a brace from thigh to ankle and she is getting very friendly with ice. They even let her have physical therapy this afternoon just long enough to learn how to do stairs with a stiff leg and crutches.
She sounded great but still under the influence of the hospital's magic juice. They made it clear to her that taking pain meds before it hurts is much more effective than waiting until it really does hurt.
Jacquie can not bear weight on the leg for 4 - 6 weeks and I'm sure that using crutches will take some getting used to so I don't know when she will get back onto her keyboard.
I'm going to talk with her again tomorrow in the late afternoon so I'll bring you an update.
Whatever you are doing....keep it up. Nothing like success!
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| said by Old_Grouch :She sounded great Thanks Mike. 
That's all I needed to hear..
Keep up the healing, Jac..speedy recovery - your friends & family got yer back 
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Read the other thread but I'm still confused. Dolphins don't have knees.
So...if she's going to be on crutches for a while instead of calling her Flipper we'll call her Cripper?
I'm sorry. Lord, forgive me. That was wrong. I should be ashamed...but I'm not.
Mucho mojo, Jacquie.
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youngerberry
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The update is much appreciated! I am glad she is doing well and will continue to send good thoughts and prayers her way.  |
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Thanks for the update Mike and the comic relief Ron.
Sending thoughts and prayers for a quick recovery Jacquie! You better get well soon or Mike will go out for a visit!
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Wishing our Dolphin a speedy recovery. |
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Terrific news indeed ! Your family is here for you Jacquie
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Old_Grouch
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said by Old_Grouch :I'm going to talk with her again tomorrow in the late afternoon so I'll bring you an update. Don't let the absence of an update concern you.
Called once late in the afternoon but missed her and got distracted until just a bit ago so didn't try again this evening.
Since today is yesterday's tomorrow, maybe tomorrow will be today's commitment met day. 
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Digibits
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Have you in my prayers for a speedy recovery.
Can't keep a good Dolphin down for long. I know that exercise is necessary for recovery, but do take it easy, Jackie. |
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Yep..Baby steps..  Thinking of you, Jacquie...
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Old_Grouch
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Jacquie says HI!
We talked for a bit this afternoon.
She tried to cut back on the pain meds a bit too fast so last night was kinda icky but she feels better today 'cause she is back on them.
The brace contraption has a release lever that she is allowed to flip a few times each day that allows a pre-set range of motion for her to be able to move the joint. She's at 30 degrees right now and I'd bet that is PLENTY.
She misses everyone here. I told her that there are loads of well wishes and mojo continuing to flow her way - - she feels it and sends her thanks.
She sees her keyboard each time she goes down the hall but the idea of finding a way to get to it while managing a stiff leg and then finding some measure of comfort... the heart's wanting to but the mind's just not ready yet.
I told her I'd wait until Monday to ring up for an update. Soon as I have one, I'll share.
EDIT = spelling
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| Thanks for the updates Mike
..Mo' jo heading up & out
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said by Old_Grouch :I told her I'd wait until Monday to ring up for an update. Probably need to post her phone number so we can check on her every hour on the hour. Am sure she would appreciate that thoughtful gesture.
I'll volunteer for 4:00 & 5:00 AM. |
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bbrcat
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More Mojo for you Jacquie |
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Dolphin up! |
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said by Old_Grouch :she is allowed to flip a few times each day 
Keep on flipping Jacquie! Still sending out that mojo.
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Still thinking of you, J. and hope you're doing better! |
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Old_Grouch
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You folks and your wishes are just too cool and that is what I just told Dolphin !
She is doing better each day. Learning how to be mobile with crutches is never fun and when you have to keep all weight off one leg it just complicates things.
I tried telling her that using crutches and making your shoulders hurt was good for taking your mind off the leg pain. Uh, I'm not sure that one went over well
I'll check back with her the middle of the week to see if she has any plans for her big splash of a return.
Mean time...mo mojo
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said by Old_Grouch :...I don't know when she will get back onto her keyboard. Lappys are good for that
Mucho Wednesday mojo, Flipper!!
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Wishing you a speedy recovery Jacquie, this place is not the same without you! |
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