Furlough

Daryl was able to return to Casa de Lu on Thursday afternoon. Getting discharged from the hospital is not an easy task when you have some new challenges like a trach. Our Discharge Planner Barb was wonderful in getting all the supplies we need for home . . . . .oxygen, nebulizer, suction machine, suction catheters, trach cannulas. .  . Daryl is pretty high maintenance now!  Don’t forget  nutrition for the tube feeding and pain meds. Final visits from Dr Mansfield, Pulmonary NP, dietician,  and physical therapy.   Sarah his nurse, for the last few days has truly been amazing! Daryl also had a nursing student for his final day, which let just say, Daryl still can add the Lu comments via sarcastic writing and gestures.  Many of you know what I mean!

Arrival: the Audi landed with passenger D Lu at Curlew street around 2:00 pm. This was quickly followed by Art with the  oxygen, suction machine and nebulizer for moisture  to his trach.  Daryl favorite is the nebulizer which is an air compressor that “sings” with a nice constant sound, that is not music to our ears. The kitties are happy and we are settling in to our new norm. The new “Sharp Casa de Lu” style.

Even though today was a long day it is great to have Daryl home. This is the best medicine to be at home, have fresh air and sleep in your own bed. It has been a long seven days since this last Thursday, but we are ready for the next phase. The time home will bring a great sense of tranquility and strength.

Above is Daryl with all his new “toys”. Nice to see him out of the green hospital gown!

Thank you for all the continued prayers and good thoughts!