I wanted to update, so many of you have become so dear to me, I have so many private messages and emails that I have not been able to keep up so I figure a group email in the form of a Blog would do!…

[Jennifer and Jack]

I wanted to update, so many of you have become so dear to me, I have so many private messages and emails that I have not been able to keep up so I figure a group email in the form of a Blog would do!!!!!

I am very pleased to announce both Jack and I are coming along amazingly well!!!  The day my mom left was hard for Jack and I both. Jack was really acting out at yet another change and well I was kind of terrified at being home alone. Some wise women on here were right, we just needed a few days to adjust....and adjust we have. Thank you for your wise words.

In a way, not having someone do everything for me is so good for me, for one it gets me up, gets me moving, gives me more strength which in turn gives me more energy. I have astounded my home physical therapist with the amount of strength and energy that I have regained so quickly, so much so that I have been dismissed from the at home program!!!!  One less health care worker in my house YAY!!!!!

I am thrilled, and admit I  felt like a bit of a show off when I went through the exercises to show her I could easily do what was asked and then some!!!!! I take Jack for a walk myself once a day, we go slow and steady and I do about one mile of walking, sometimes less. We will get back to our three miles soon.

I will admit, it overwhelms me keeping up with my treatment schedule, I am literally attached to an IV or a breathing treatment of CPT at least eight hours a day and all night.. We don't have any stop date for this current plan except we know it will be one  year after my cultures become clear of the MAC and other NTM ......some days that really is so overwhelming, but I very seldom allow myself to take more then one day at a time. and thankfully, my days are getting better and better.

I continue to be overwhelmed and grateful for the amazing support system I have. Honestly, without the people in my life, I could not or would not be so fulfilled and happy.

I am breathing much better, heart rate much better, and the horrible memories of being on life support without proper sedation are becoming more and more dim, and in its place is my heart and mind being filled with tons and tons of love.

Jack is doing better, eating good, not really mopey and seems to like having less chaos in our house. He often will sit at the front door looking out, then wander into my bedroom, jump up on the bed, kiss me (lick me) and go back to what he is doing.. talk about melting a mom's heart.....

I think as each day goes by, more and more normalcy will appear. God willing, I will be able to stay out of the hospital for a good while and we can enjoy . I got a great new camera as a CHristmas gift with all kinds of great features on it and pretty soon I am going to start attempting more photo shots

I am on the computer non stop as for the most part I am staying home, avoiding overdoing it, so I am having fun catching up on stuff.

Jack and I are so blessed and so lucky to have such great people in our lives. I am most excited as I have a friend that I have never met in person before that is also a doodle mom, that is flying out to see me this month!!!! She has become a dear friend, through the internet, phone calls and soon to be in person.

I so wish the world can see what amazing people you are, someone said somewhere, (can't remember where that the media focuses so much on the bad stuff. I wish they would come on here and see the amazing amount of love and support that is lent to each other every day, all day.

If you ever lose your faith in humanity, just read through the threads on here and see the compassion ooze from people. or talk to me, I can tell you story after story after story after story of the kindness and compassion of DOODLE owners.

Love and gratitude to you all.

[Donna K & Quincy]

Guess what I got in the mail today, yep, the card that I sent was returned. I'm guessing by how long it took to return that it came via the scenic route. I'm just happy that you were at home and not there to recieve it.

[Lauria Orr]

Jennifer, I was so glad to see your update! I am really glad you and Jack are both doing better...

[BG and Gavin]

I sent a card to the hospital too Jenn and guess what I got back in the mail today?  Your Christmas card - said the person is no longer at this address.  So in a way that is good!

[Donna K & Quincy]

Jennifer, so glad you and Jack are both doing better. I sent you a card at the hospital but you would have been gone home before you got it and that's not a bad thing. :>)

[Traci -Bexter & Maggie]

That's great that you are both doing better!  Enjoy your alone time with your precious Jack!

[Nancy, Ned, Clancy, and Charlie]

I am thrilled that you and Jack are much better.  Our prayers are for continued improvement.

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Jennifer, I am glad to hear you and Jack are doing so much better. Great way to start the New Year!!

[Elizabeth & Cosmo]

Jennifer, this is fantastic news! I'm so glad that you and Jack are doing so well, and taking it slow and steady. Lots of good wishes for continued success!

[Amy, Cubbie & Ollie]

Jennifer, it is good to hear that you are starting to feel better and that Jack is returning to normal too.  I hope that 2012 treats you well.

[Rose]

I'm happy to hear you're both doing better! :-)