Baby Steps

Hey everyone,
My mom has been pestering me to keep up with the blog, and unfortunately the hospital doesn't have wireless so my updates haven't been quite as consistent as we would like...
Mom is doing well though. Although she was not able to leave the hospital today as originally planned (pre-op) due to a recurring fever, she is feeling increasingly better with each passing moment. She got up today a couple times to take some leisurely strolls around the hospital and give her a minute to clear her lungs (as the doctors are worried she might get pneumonia again if she stays horizontal). The first couple times she stood up took a lot out of her and left her in pain and completely exhausted. However, I'm sure all of you know my Mom and how persistent she is, she continued to get up and push her limits and the pain began to fade away ever so slightly. This left us all extremely encouraged and looking forward to the brighter days forthcoming. Karrie and Momma's little assistant (Mairin) have been extremely helpful and seem to never leave her side. Grampa Urb (Nancy's Dad) is also there at all times to provide a little quick wit and company.
As far as visiting goes, Mom isn't quite in the condition to have visitors just yet. Because she is likely staying for a few more days, it might be possible to visit in the coming days. Just give me a call at 949 254 1754 and check with me before you make any plans just so I can run it by her and make sure she isn't sleeping or something.
Until Next Time,
Sonny and co.

PS- One additional perk to having an extended stay in the hospital is that it gives me a chance to break my own record. All the toilets are fitted with built in measuring cups to monitor patients' urine "output." So of course, I have to test myself, and because I am a competitive person, re-test myself. I have pushed my limits to 22-oz's in one sitting, err standing and therefore challenge anyone who visits to de-throne me (pun intended. gosh I'm funny...)