Lab Results

Dad went yesterday to have some lab work done. The docs wanted to make sure everything was going smoothly after they changed up his medications last week. I am happy to report that his prograf (anti-rejection) levels are good. This is wonderful news! Dad goes for his next doctor visit on Wednesday of next week.

Pure Happiness

This is what Mimi and Papa live for!

Good News

Dad just got his biopsy results back. Good news! It was a 1! This is such a relief. He is also lowering the dose of his anti-rejection medication, so hopefully that will help him start feeling better very soon. Overall, things are going well. Let's hope it continues!

A Success

The weekend was a success. Thank you God! Danielle's graduation and party was terrific. Everyone had a wonderful time. To top that, Dad also had a great weekend away from home. He still has a long way to go before he is at 100%. However, each day he gets a little better. Just a week ago, there would have been no way he could have made this trip to Bryan / College Station. So, today we thank God for the small steps.

First Road Trip

Today was a really big day for Dad. It was his first trip away from home since he got his new heart (with the exception of his regular visits to the doctor). This morning he came to Bryan/College Station with Kelly and Taylor. I am very happy to report that the trip went smoothly and the day was a quiet one with no major events. I think, more than anything, Dad is enjoying the change of scenery for the first time since February 14.

Tomorrow Danielle graduates from high school. She will be heading off to college very soon and we are all so very proud of her. Dad is so pleased he will get to be here for this special occasion. This family has so much to celebrate. This will be the first of many occasions Dad will be a part of.

Finally, a funny story. The other night Mom, Dad and Taylor went out to dinner. As you all know, Dad has been having dizzy spells that make it somewhat difficult for him to get around. He happen to be having one of these moments as they were leaving the restaurant. A lady happened to see him stumbling around and looked at him with concern. Mom explained that he had just had a heart transplant. Before mom could say anything more, the lady exclaimed "TODAY???" I had no idea that heart transplants were done on an outpatient basis. In for a new heart in the morning and out for Mexican food that evening! I don't think so. Some people.