Continued Progress

We saw both Karen's pulmonogist and primary doctor today. Her coumadin is a little high, and the amount is being slightly reduced to bring the level into the proper range. Her legs are very sore due primarily to the blood clots. Over the past several days they seem to have gotten worse. Another doppler of her legs is being done tomorrow. I'll pass on the results when I get them. In the meantime, lasix is being started to remove excess water in her legs.

With Jeannie here, we've gone into our Cimarron Community Pool, every day. It has an ocean entry which eliminates steps, making it much easier for Karen to get in and out. Being in the water is therapeutic and enjoyable for her. Jeannie is making all of our meals and helping us in many ways. We're really going to miss her when she leaves on Friday.

Jeannie, Karen and I had dinner with Katie, Tim, and Caitlyn on Sunday night at Fogo De Chao in Scottsdale. It was wonderful; many varieties of meats arrive at out table to be cut and served to our cooked request. We've been to a franchise in Aruba which is the same as this one. Apparently there are many of these franchises world wide. Wherever they are, all of us recommend them highly.

Our temps are now in the 108 to 115 range. Our swimming is done in the mornings. The girls take naps in the afternoon, while I get a chance to read the paper and do any chores needed.

Love, Bill