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10-03-2007, 05:06 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Leona
Posts: 6,382
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Better than expected
Our flight went better than expected. Dianna was in better condition on landing than I expected her to be. The airport personnel were very helpful and patient with us. The flight was not completely full, so I was able to give her both our seats to be more comfortable.
The surgeon confirmed the need for surgery to her left leg at the ankle. Plates and screws or pins are in order. He will not do the job until next Thursday. Friends in Houston have opened their home to us until surgery.
Dianna is learning to make transfers without my having to lift her. The pain continues to lessen and she is learning to cope. It is still difficult just to perform necessary functions.
One word of extremely good news is that the right ankle is not broken. What was first observed turned out to be an old break that had healed somewhat abnormally. She is dealing with a severe sprain of the right ankle. It remains in a boot cast for maximum support while the other foot is totally unusable.
The surgeon stated that we may be in for a long recovery and rehab program. This means we may have to secure alternative housing for some 8 months. This is one of the difficulties that many may face when fulltiming. It is not insurmountable, but quite troublesome.
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10-03-2007, 05:10 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Maurice
Posts: 224
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it is good to get your update. and good to hear that things are better than expected. the plan will unfold as needed . you are in our thots and prayers
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10-03-2007, 06:08 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Merlin
Posts: 668
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Stiles, Thanks for the update. We have been thinking and praying for both of you, and will continue to do so.
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10-03-2007, 06:16 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Georgetown
Posts: 1,411
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Glad to hear things are going well. Are you escapees? If so you might look into their care center. I don't know if that would fill the bill, as you stay in your own rig but get your meals done for you and some other services. It isn't too far from Houston for follow up appts. Just a suggestion.
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10-04-2007, 02:27 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Wetumpka
Posts: 4,936
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Thanks for the good report, Stiles. We're glad that you arrived safely and that things are being worked out for you.
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10-04-2007, 02:31 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: _
Posts: 5,238
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Thanks Stiles for keeping us updated. Our prayers and good thoughts continue. It was good to hear that your flight did not cause as much stress as you had worried about. You have a lot of good friends pulling for both of you.
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10-04-2007, 04:06 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Fallon
Posts: 6,064
M.O.C. #1989
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Stiles, thank you for giving us an update. Please continue to do so. You both are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray for Dianna and also for you to continue to have strength and stay strong.
Happy trails....................
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10-04-2007, 05:10 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Franklin
Posts: 1,172
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Seems like all of our prayers are helping. Glad you made it there safely and that things are better than expected. Give each other a hug for me. Keep us posted. Take care.
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10-04-2007, 05:10 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: North Ridgeville
Posts: 20,229
M.O.C. #2839
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You are dealing with a difficult circumstances in a very professional manner. I know it is stressful but both of you have the determination and the faith to see it through.
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10-04-2007, 07:45 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Bakersfield
Posts: 5,316
M.O.C. #15
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Stiles,
Fantastic. I'm glad she had a relatively easy trip and all went as well as it did. Take care of yourself and don't get too tired yourself.
Dennis and Mary Kay
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10-04-2007, 10:06 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: May 2003
Location: New Bern
Posts: 4,294
M.O.C. #311
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Great news and best wishes for a smooth recovery. You be careful taking that trailer home. Plenty of rest stops and do not push yourself.
Cheers,
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10-04-2007, 12:43 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: North Bend
Posts: 191
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Glad you made it home and are with family. That always lifts the spirits. I hope everything gets better for you quickly.
Judy
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10-04-2007, 02:41 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Macomb Twp
Posts: 1,451
M.O.C. #2221
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Thanks for the update. You'll continue in our thoughts and prayers.
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10-04-2007, 02:51 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: Grain valley
Posts: 356
M.O.C. #5098
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Stiles, It was great to hear that things are progressing as good as can be expected. Be careful on that trip to TX. with your rig.
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10-04-2007, 04:30 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: morgans point
Posts: 403
M.O.C. #6292
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Stiles, great news. We are glad to hear that things are progressing. We have a condo on Lake Belton , Texas, which we just rented out until April, but if it becomes available before then, which I think it will in February or March, and you and Dianna want a nice quiet setting, we would be more than happy to put you up. PM me if interested.
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10-04-2007, 06:56 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Cumming
Posts: 2,820
M.O.C. #919
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We're glad to hear that you made it safely to Houston. Also, good news that she didn't have two broken ankles. Now for a successful surgery to put things back in order and she'll be good as new. We'll continue to keep you in our prayers during her recovery and rehabilitation.
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