December 29, 2010

Hi all, it's Lynn again.  Mom asked that I update this again for her.  She is at home and is being cared for by her wonderful big brother.  They are working to learn how to take care of all the medical stuff that goes with this kind of surgery.  She is recovering slower than she had hoped but is on the mend.  She is tired and weak.  Doctor is pleased with her recovery and tells her to be patient it will take time.  He reminds her that she had chemo/radiation and major/major surgery and her body needs time to heal.  She wants to be back to normal and off and running again, but no such luck at this time.  She did take a trip yesterday to Bozeman to see her doctor and get her staples out.  She went to a movie and grocery shopped.  Other than that she has been at home recovering.  Her brother will be with her at least for another week and will continue to nurse her back to health.  We are all thankful for Ham's willingness to stay with her and help her out.  You thoughts and prayers are much appreciated as well. 

Heading home 12/21/10

Lynn Again.  Just updating you that Ellen will be released this afternoon and she is ready to go.  She will be back in Big Sky this afternoon.

December 20, 2010

This is Lynn again.  Updating for Ellen.  She is recovering nicely.  She is hoping to go home today, Doctor had not been in to see her this morning to confirm this.  She is ready to step out of the hospital and take on the challenge of recovery at home.  She is being a trooper and off all narcotic pain meds as of this morning.  We will see if that will last.  She is hoping to just be able to manage her pain with Motrin.  Her bowels are awake and working now, which happened yesterday and that is great news.  She is walking more and more each day, 40 yards or so, but she is able to get up and back to the restroom without assistance.  Your thoughts and prayers have been greatly appreciated.  She will be updating her blog once she gets home. 

December 13, 2010

This is Ellen's daughter Lynn hijacking her blog.  Actually just wanted to update everyone that Ellen had surgery today and it went really well.  The chemo and radiation worked really well and shrunk the tumor down to where it was barely visable.  Doctor is pleased with the results of the surgery.  Ellen is in her room and pain is under control with an epidural for the next few days.  She is alert and talkative.  Recovery time is expected to be awhile.  Her mood is upbeat and positive.  Her family thanks everyone for their thoughts and prayers during this time.