Update

Good day, faithful readers! Karen here, with an update on Michael. Yesterday was a great day. Michael came home! He was a star through the surgery, brave as can be, and after 5 days in the hospital, is now most happy to be resting comfortably in his favorite recliner. With a brand new hip! Not much mobility so far, but that means constant care and attention from me, which, of course, he adores. “Not enough to want ‘Hip Replacement on Demand’ though,” he quips. (Refer to his blog “Pneumonia on Demand”).

He was 2-1/2 hours in surgery and 2 hours in recovery. He eschewed the general anesthesia and went with the spinal, and has no regrets. I was the “Nervous Nellie,” not him. I’m sure you will be hearing more about this when he returns. His favorite thing so far is the little silver bell I gave him for when he needs me. "Pace yourself," I said.

Michael thought he’d be able to write to his readers right away when he got home. Now he realizes, wisely, that recovery is king. All his energy and focus must be on getting his strength back. It only comes as it comes. Many thanks to everyone for all your kind thoughts and prayers. I’ve posted another San Diego sunrise for your enjoyment. It is a glorious world we live in!

Warm regards,
Karen