Tina's first week home...

So it has been a week since Tina has been home, and she seems to be doing a lot better. She still seems to have good days and bad days, but luckily, lately they have been good days. Much of the swelling she had when she was in the hospital seems to be going away, her heart rate seems to be a bit lower, and today she was even able to get out of the bed by herself and take about 10 steps with her walker! Might not seem like much, but for someone who has pretty much been confined to a bed/chair for the last 6 weeks, it was quite an accomplishment! Nothing like being home...

The hospice doctor was here today, and he too seemed impressed by her progress. He thinks we are going on the right path to get her better, but thinks it will definitely be more time.

I must clear something up though. While we say she is getting better with the little day to day things we post about - that we see as 'victories' - please understand how sick she really is. Why do I say this? It seems some people are thinking that she is getting better. Bottom line is she has a damaged heart that isn't working correctly, melanoma tumor(s) that are growing, and a girl that isn't yet strong enough physically to do anything about them. We need to get her heart better, so we can start some type of cancer treatment for the tumors. We are still a long way before she can start fighting again...

Now, if you know Tina though, you know that is nothing! Our girl is so strong and driven, we have no doubt she is going to pull through with flying colors. The thoughts and prayers that each of you have sent her way have definitely been felt! We thank you...

Anyway, will try to get an update again in the next few days...