Dad's Only Problem

[wlotus]

Medically and surgically, there isn't a thing wrong with Dad that would cause him to be as lethargic as he's been. The bottom line is he's too happy to be passive. He's been sedentary as long as I've known him. In order for him to rehabilitate himself, someone needs to ride him like a mule, or he will lay in bed and sleep all day every day, even through meals.

Fortunately, his girlfriend proved herself up for the task. :-) She descended upon his hospital room like a whirlwind, threatening to turn the bed over, if he didn't wake up and start eating right now, this instant. By the time I left for the airport, he was alertly sitting up in bed and eating, albeit in pain. (I like her; I made sure to get her contact information before I left.)

He'll be alright.

So will I, for I am on my way home!!!!!!

Comments

[bluesilverkdg.livejournal.com]

Glad to hear it! His girlfriend sounds like a winner, too.

[llahearn.livejournal.com]

So glad to hear that he's doing well and you're on your way home! Safe travels to you! :)

[labellerose.livejournal.com]

Glad to hear that your journey has had such a positive outcome.
Dad's girlfriend sounds like good people.
Hopefully she'll be, um, 'motivating' him to do his therapies, eat, etc.

[smileyali.livejournal.com]

Heh heh, she sounds awesome! Bet you're glad he's in good hands. I hope you two build a great relationship out of this.

[wlotus.livejournal.com]

My Mom laughed a LOT when I told her about it. She said, "You're father is in good hands!"