in Florida, December 27, 2010

Dorothy had another day of somewhat mixed results. Her antibiotics are now being administered by mouth although she still has an IV for hydration.  She sat up more today and walked a few unsteady steps, with assistance.  The doctor has come up with the possibility of her moving to a hotel for a few days and continuing to be treated then as an outpatient.  It is uncertain when she will be up to that.  The doctor is now using the word emphysema to describe the complications which heightened her acute bronchitis.  She was also seen today by a pulmonary specialist who recommended tests for COPD once she has recovered from the bronchitis attack.  The insurance folks have weighed in with the possibility of flying us home (and "having the van towed").  We very much hope this eventuality does not come to reality.

Dorothy is hoping B. Glee can help her get out of the dog house.

With Christmas now over, I moved to a Holiday Inn less than 2 km from the hospital.  This will reduce my driving, and make the outpatient possibility much more convenient. The new accommodation is not at the level we have had but I purchased an air purifier to help clean up the air in the room.  There are a lot of molds, etc in Florida which grow in the dust.  I took the air conditioner in the room apart and gave it a thorough cleaning and what was inside was not appetizing.

Last night, the overnight low was +3C and it was cool and windy all day, although mainly sunny.

We continue to receive e-mails of prayers and support, which we appreciate greatly.  Thanks.