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Jan 6, 2024 update.

 Originally posted on social media Jan 6, 2024.

"Long over due updated. On the 7th week anniversary of the Whipple Surgery I finally got to walk out the door of Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary. I can't say enough about the wonderful amazing AHS staff that took care of me. The health care workers are the best people we have, they take care of us when we need them the most. Thank a health care worker you know or see for me❤️❤️❤️

I am still dealing with a stubborn infection of the Incision, and have a another drain that needs care. Home care is taking over my care now. Today I felt OK, so figured I could go to the store to get my prescription filled. It took everything I had just to walk across the store. By the time I got to the pharmacy I was done. I had to take some extra strength advil off the shelf as I waited. I realized I hadn't taken any pain meds for well over 9 hrs. Thankfully a good friend, Kevin, was there to help me. I know I have to lean on family and friends more now than ever. Thank you for all the positive vibes and help my good friends, there are so many of you in my life I love you all

Lessons are still being learned, just because I am out of the hospital doesn't mean the recovery is over, it's really just starting I think."
 
Jan 05, 2024.

 
Jan 05, 2024.

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