So great to visit with him - I think I was most concerned he would lose memories and or have trouble speaking/thinking as a result of the surgery, but he is sharper than ever...even calls me out when I don't get the story exactly straight :)
This surgery was a big milestone and we are trying to focus on the many positives and take things one day at a time, but we still have a lot of work ahead, so keep the positive thoughts and prayers coming!
I will try to post more later today or tomorrow, but in the meantime, here are a few photos!
Photo says it all: Day 1 after craniotomy!
Had to make sure dad was ready for the game tonight: Cards shirt, ski and snickers....and who doesn't need Superman jammies?!
Thumbs up to dad kicking ass :)
Thumbs up to dad kicking ass :)
Great to hear the news about your dad. Good thing that cardinal read will go with his hospital outfit!!! LOL
ReplyDeleteOk....so did you really have brain surgery or just out for a bunch of hugs and attention? You are looking waaaaay to good to be one day post-op!! I remember you looked like HELL after heart surgery. Just kidding.
ReplyDeleteVery happy to see you doing so well. Cant wait for you to get back home. We will have to treat you to one of those Ribeyes you like so well!! :)
Take Care..Paula
Earl you look great keep up the good work stay positive will see you soon
ReplyDeletethe Berndsens Mchael Debbie Morgan and Hannah
These pictures are absolutely amazing. Art & I are so so happy you are this far & doing do good.
ReplyDeleteYou have had a good outlook since the beginning-we are sure the docs are amazed at your recovery also.
Keep doing good-we will continue to pray. Your candle was lite today. Love Art & Jan
Hey Guys,
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear the surgery went well and great to see the smiles on your faces. Thanks for the updates and the pictures. Keep that positive attitude and take one day at a time...you have so many cheerleaders!!!
Bonnie don't be afraid to lean on others for help.
Earl we want to see pics of you wearing your Cardinal shirt and superman pjs....GO CARDS!!
Prayers and thoughts are with your family!
Jim, Cooky, Sarah and Jake
WOW! Earl...your a real trooper! =) You look "AWESOME", and if you feel as good as you look...then you must be doing very well...YEAH! You keep-on doing as well as you are, we are all just so happy for you,Bonnie and family. Everyone's prayers are continuing for your full recovery...and this first step is so very encouraging.
ReplyDeleteLots of Love, Donna,Jary & Justin
p.s. "GREAT" photo of you & Austin =)
Donna
Love the photos! So glad things are going well. Ski and snickers sounds great to me. Hurry out of the ICU so you can sneak that baby in :)
ReplyDeleteMindy Schmidt
Love technology!Earl U look GREAT!U got a class A team for a family.Hope to visit soon.Tons of prayers. Keep it up! Al & Jeanette
ReplyDeleteEarl you look awesome! After seeing numerous patients each day at my hospital I can honestly say you look great! :) Glad everything went well! Keeping you and the fam in my prayers during the recovery stages!!
ReplyDeleteCrystal Rosner
Earl--Amazing how great you look after surgery! Sending many prayers from the Winkelers.
ReplyDeleteRick and Terri
You look awesome. Keep it up!! Love all of you we are still praying for all of you!! Dan and Cindy
ReplyDeleteEarl, we think you ought to keep the "crew cut". Sounds like things are going good. We're keeping positive thoughts on this end. IN case Ted & Tommye's comment didn't make the page, they wanted you to know they are praying for you too. Hugs & kisses, Carol & Syd GO CARDS!!!!
ReplyDeleteWow! You look great,Earl,and your support team looks darn good,too. We are so glad the surgery went well, and our prayers are with you every day.
ReplyDeleteSusie,Dale,Brooke & Scott
YO YO YO. Kicking ass every day. No slowing you down. Looking good!
ReplyDeleteThe NAK
Holy Cow....You look better than us when we just got out of bed this morning?? Go Earl!
ReplyDeleteEarl, I'm so glad to see you are sticking to the blogs motto. Kicking ass and taking names looks good on you. ;) Still sending lots of prayers, thoughts and love your way.
ReplyDeleteNicole
Great news! We are all so glad & thankful you are doing well and wish you a speedy recovery. You look great!! Our thoughts & prays are with you and your tremendous family! Thumbs up all the way! The NAPA boys, John, Steve, Ken, Nick & Charlie
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear the good news! You look great Earl...keep on fighting!!! Still sending lots of prayers and love ur way!!!! Brent and Amanda Gerstner
ReplyDeleteJust heard about your blog. Great pictures! Thanks. Know that your family in Pennsylvania (Aunt Threse & crew) are all praying for you. Go Cards! (It must be the rally squirrel that's helping.) Barb
ReplyDeleteAtta way to go, Earl. Keep up the good work. We'll keep the thoughts & prayers coming. Aunt Mary
ReplyDeleteEarl and family, know that the prayers are coming from far and wide. So glad to hear the surgery went well and they haven't restricted the SKI intake! We appreciate being able to follow along with your progress on the blog. We'll keep checking it and keep the prayers coming your way.
ReplyDeleteJerry, Amy, Jackson, and Asa Markus