I'm home!!! (and not a veggie...at least, not yet ;) )
...but typing is hard, as my right hand doesn't want to work.
First of all, thank you SO MUCH for all the support during the last 5 days. I won't say it's been easy (ha! as if you would believe that) but I'm making do the best I can. Part of the reason I've been able to get better in record time (even drs / nurses are surprised) is because of you guys and the love you've been sending my way. It makes me want to weep when I think of it--seriously--and I did, a bit, when I was in the hospital. The support, through this blog and all the wonderful things you sent to the hospital were fantastic. I can't believe how lucky I am to have people like you all in my life.
I can't remember what my family posted (as I just read it and the drs weren't kidding when they said short-term memory loss) but as you know, I've had some good, almost normal days and some hideous days. The convulsions were a particular delight, let me tell you. Let's just hope that's all behind me.
I can't drive for a month, due to anti-seizure meds (Linz, we should talk, I know how you feel now...those convulsions were as close to a seizure as I've had, not to mention the meds) but as I complained about that, the nurse pointed out that if I wasn't on the meds and had a seizure, I wouldn't legally be able to drive for a year. So, I'm on the meds with a smile.
Med care was fantastic, other than a crazy roommate (they moved me soon enough, so that was good). I'm sorry that I declined visitors, but that day was the day of the convulsions--and I really didn't think it would be good for anyone, including myself, to have visitors see me in that condition.
I have a cane! Yes, ladies and gents, a stylin' cane. At least it's better than the walker I needed to use just 2 days ago. I probably won't need it soon (claim the physical therapists) in which case maybe we'll modify it into something less harmless...like a cane sword, or dartcane...hmmm. Heh.
Ah, I'm definitely getting a bit woozy and tired. Time for another nap. Know that I love you all, and REALLY appreciate all you've done for me. It's wonderful to "see" you all on the other side.
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Rachel, Chet here, I just finished typing a couple long e-mails and had to go back and correct typos all over the place, Your blog entry was perfect so that right hand must be working better than you thought. Love to Minnesota from California, Dorothy and Chet
Rachel,
I'm so glad your home it must feel good to be out of the hospital!!! You, as your parents are amazing:) During all this they were able to come to the ranch to wish Hoff a Happy 50th. I was so suprised to see them. We all wish you a speedy recovery and hope to see you soon. Send my best to Mom,Dad & Colleen
Love,
The Hagens
Randy/Hoff, Laura, Brandi, Stormi & Colt
Hey Rachel. Congrats. And I mean that - it's always good to go home. I so wish I could have been there to annoy you at your bedside. I'm so great at it. But I want you to know that I was shelving books at Borders the other day and came upon the one with the essay you co-wrote with Taliaferro on C.S. Lewis and, I have to say, I was so glad to have such a brilliant friend. When you feel like it, give me a call and spread your words of wisdom.
Andrea
Rachel,
Glad to hear you've made it through. Don't let your Dad get the best of you! Summer vacation is all uphill from here :)
Rachel,
You always have been an overachiever. I can not believe that you are home already! Punk, I just sent a card to the hospital. I guess the message inside it came true :)
I hope your physical/occupational therapy goes just as well. Try to remember that you are not a loser if you have some setbacks, frustrating as they may be.
You should also know that I couldn't find my belt one day because I was already wearing it and I couldn't find my keys because they were in my hand, so short-term memory loss doesn't make you special ;)
You rock,
~Kari
McTraugber,
I cannot tell you how happy I was to find out that you're home!!! How good does your bed feel?! And yes, we should definitely pow-wow about seizures and anti-convulsants...although you've fought through a lot more than I can pretend to relate to, my dear. Knowing that you're having "good" days makes me smile, but remember that on those hideous ones we'll all be here to love you through them. Doesn't make them go away, but sometimes it takes the sting off. Take care, rest well and often, and I can't wait to hear more about your recovery!
Love,
Linz
Yea!!! It's good to hear that you're home and doing better!! I've been up for an hour over here across the pond and just read your entry. Yours is the 3rd piece of goodnews since I've been up!! What a spactacular day!
All the best,
Ellen
Girl, I'd be milking it for all it's worth! You're making the rest of us look bad! Just joking. What a way to hold onto the Girl Scout Law...promise to do my best to be courageous & strong! You're the best, kid! Wishing you a speedy recovery (like they could keep you down long)! You're in our hearts & prayers.
Love,
Dee & Paul Rose
YESSSSS!!!!!!!!! SHE LIVES!!!
oh RT how i love you. you are incredible.
Hi Rachel, We're so happy you are home and you sound GOOD!!! Please know we continue to think about and pray for you. Tell your folks and Colleen "Hi". Love, Marge & Stan
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