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Posted 2014-02-11T04:33:57Z

Home!

Hi everyone, I (Jamie, youngest daughter) am pleased to say that mom and dad are finally back home in Atlanta! Tonight we had our first family dinner together in what felt like months which no kidding I think that's actually accurate time wise.[...]

Posted 2014-02-05T23:44:14Z

Path of Recovery

2-5-14

Mona (Mrs.Mona) was discharged from the hospital and has made her post-surgery visit with the doctor before she returns home. The Doctor expressed his satisfaction of the healing of the incisions and prescribed a regimen of medication for her in order to manage her pain levels as she recovers from the surgery and awaits the healing process of her condition. The doctor confirmed that there is not a definitive schedule that can be ascribed that can determine how long the healing process will take place other than the possibility over a span of years. Nerve restoration and functionality is unlike bones and organs, it takes time that infringes upon our patience.  Mona is resting and following through with her regimen endeavoring to regain her strength and prepare for travel back home.  [...]

Posted 2014-02-02T00:44:48Z

Transitioning Into Recovery

From dad...

The last 24 hours have proven to be extremely painful due to some expected changes. The anesthesiologist under the direction of  Dr. Conway placed an epidural in her back to provide relief during surgery which was allowed to remain a short time afterwards to assist with post surgery pain management. Though we were expecting a medicinal transition, we must admit - the pain associated with it was much more than anticipated. After much prayers and medicinal measures to bring stability and calmness, she was eventually able to settle down and get some much needed rest for the remaining of the night. [...]