Update on Evie

When Evie had cancer, we were very thankful for Reading Hospital. She was treated competently and well there. So, when the Urgent Care center referred her to an ER, she immediately declared that she would go to Reading.


I was a little miffed by the way they handled the surgery on my wrist, though the ER part of my experience was top notch.


Evie's experience these past few days has not been good. My wrist was a small deal. Evie's brain related issues are very serious.


Because of that, updating her status is difficult.


Yesterday, she had an evaluation from a member of the staff who informed her that he was keeping her for at least one more night. Literally minutes later, a doctor walked in and said he was releasing her.


This is just one example of many disappointing events that characterize how things have gone during her treatment for the stroke-like episode.


Having said that, we are inferring that her last round of tests indicate that she did not experience a stroke, though we've not been given test results. We have no idea what is going on, or did go on, in her brain.


Even Evie is frustrated.


When I left for home yesterday, she was still extremely fatigued and weak and still had a type of headache that is not normal for her. She was having difficulties with balance and her right leg wasn't functioning properly when she walked.


Nevertheless, I expect her to be released today.


A note of thanks to all who sent notes of encouragement and love, on and off the blog. I appreciate each one. Interestingly, none came from anyone in my own Conference.


As Garrison Keillor says, "That's the news from Lake Wobegon."