Word from Virginia is that over the weekend my Mom had a successful nephrectomy. She has one less kidney than she had when she was born. Apparently it went well, and she’s recovering in the hospital.
I hope to get back there sometime this month.
Update: I just got an IM from my sister that my Mom is home now, tired and in pain, but doing well. This is a big load off my mind. It’s hard to be away when big stuff is happening.
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October 8, 2007 at 6:49 pm
Chuck
Sorry to hear this had to be done, but glad she got through the procedure and is back home and doing well.
October 8, 2007 at 7:14 pm
Joe Crawford
Thanks Chuck. We’re certainly hoping for all the best.
October 9, 2007 at 11:21 am
Neil
Glad to hear that she is recovering.
October 12, 2007 at 3:49 am
Diane LeBlanc
Phyllis is such an inspiration to all who know her. You’re fortunate to have such a wonderful mother.
October 12, 2007 at 6:53 am
Joe Crawford
@Diane
Yes I am. Do you know her?
October 13, 2007 at 4:23 am
Diane LeBlanc
I am a friend of Phyllis—-one of many of her friends. She has inspired so many of us to be better persons.
October 13, 2007 at 7:17 am
Joe Crawford
She has done that, yes. Take care Diane.