It has been a busy morning. Beth and I got here before 9. A speech and "swallow" person came to evaluate that. She had him drink from a cup and then he got to eat some orange sherbert. After cleaning that up, she had him eat a little fruit cocktail. He liked that too. I think it stimulated some saliva and made his mouth feel better. So they checked with the doctor and he can begin eating by mouth soon. Then an occupational therapist came to evaluate him. She got him out of bed and into a chair. She said he didn't need anymore occupational therapy, but a physical therapist will be in later to have him walk. While he was in the chair, I helped the nurse give him a sponge bath. He hadn't had one since the surgery. He is now back in bed and sleeping (and snoring). Beth and Angie are going to bring me something to eat for lunch.
This is a nice private room with wireless connection. More later.
Joan
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Dear Joan, Beth, Curt, Angie, and the rest of the Cook family,
I have just heard about Curt's cancer and surgery, via a note from the gourmet group in Corvallis. Curt, we didn't know. We trust you are recovering, as Joan's blog notes indicate. If you are still in a room up at OHSU, I'd like to come up and visit sometime.
All the best,
Mike Shaughnessy
Dear Curt and Joan: We've been following your progress and are pleased that it has been so positive. Thanks, Joan, for keeping us all informed. You've both been through the wringer, I'm sure, but I hope that the good wishes from friends all over the country have helped sustain you.
I'm going to bell choir tonight--we'll miss you, Joan--but you can be sure we'll all be ringing our chimes for you!
Sue
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