Almost New Years

We had a wonderful Christmas, although not perfect.  Joe was extremely sick on Christmas Eve and spent the entire day and night in bed.  We were so worried about Christmas Day, but he woke up feeling pretty good.  He was able to join in the festivities and we spent hours opening gifts, laughing and crying.  He surprised each of us with a monogrammed box.  All us girls had a beautiful cross necklace and Doug's contained Joe's St. Josephs necklace and his rookie Kurt Warner card.  We were all moved to tears.  Joe got several things, but liked his new tree the best.  We planted it right outside his office window so he can watch it grow.  Joe also did his usual and sat with us at the dinner table while we all ate. He drank his juice and said he just enjoys being with the family.  We had a wonderful turnout except my Mom and Dad were unable to attend.  My Mom had another emergency surgery (colon blockage issues) and was in the hospital.  We missed them so much, but the girls and I were able to go to Prescott the day after Christmas and celebrate with them.  Joe was too sick to go, but had a nice relaxing day at home.

Dr. S is still looking for a surgeon.  So far, no luck, but none of us are giving up.  We have several names from different hospitals that are being explored.  All the surgeons that have said no, have just said it's too risky and they fear that his colon has other areas that will block as soon as this blockage is resolved.  We don't feel that way and are going to keep searching until we find the perfect surgeon.  We would deeply appreciate your prayers that we find that person quickly.  In the meantime, our routine is 18 hours a day on some kind of IV, lots of meds trying to deal with the side effects, daily vomiting, no eating, lots of praying and enjoying each other's company.  We also watch TV and get out of the house when Joe has those good moments. 

I will update the blog as soon as we get word on the surgeon.  In the meantime, it it's not before New Years, we would just like to thank you all for your prayers, support and friendship this year.  We would have never accomplished all that we did, without you.  We wish you a Wonderful New Year filled with Family, friends, fun and good health.

XOXO
Sherrie