October 11, 2015

Update!!! We've been walking the streets of Bob's Alma Mater building strength and exercising that new lung. He still needs a little oxygen as the healing process continues. We're waiting for the next bronchoscopy which is scheduled for this week. We're hoping and praying we can then go home. Thanks so much to everyone for your support during this time. It's means so much to have a community of people who care.

Love,

Bob and Jenne

September 21, 2015

Hi all.

As many of you know, Dad was out of the hospital for just over a week, but now he has found himself back there. Although he overcame the first bought of (severe) rejection, he is now undergoing treatment for a second case of mild rejection. He a good sport about it all. Really, I am so proud of my dad. His attitude towards everything that is going on is really amazing. Despite the setbacks, he is really doing quite well. Dad and Mom are hoping to get back home by the end of October... "We'll see" seems to be the doctors favorite line. Because of all of the setbacks and the added time of recovery the out-of-pocket expenses will be much more than expected. We are asking for your help. If anyone who would be willing to share this would do so, the word will get out to many more people. We have set a goal of $10,000 in funds to help pay for the medications, the relocation costs, and other fees. Won't you help us reach that goal? Please LIKE, SHARE and GIVE if you can.

September 2, 2015

Here he is…looking good! We're living in Family House now while he gains his strength. He needs to be near the hospital for at least a month. It's been quite a ride. The new lung is getting used to it's new owner and seems to be doing well. We really appreciate the gifts of kind words and monetary donations. Co-pays for the first month came to $500!

August 23, 2015

'Finally feeling like I can communicate reasonably. It's been a struggle these last weeks. Just want to be sure you all know I'm very thankful for your encouragement and prayers.

August 22, 2015

We brought our crew down to Pittsburgh to see pap this weekend. He's was thrilled to see the boys and really enjoyed having us here to visit with him. Pap/Bob/Sam is doing well, is weak, but slowly regaining his a strength and endurance as he walks, does breathing exercises and swallowing therapy. His O2 saturation levels seemed to hold pretty steady and recover to a normal state after his walk. He says his biggest complaint is that he is still unable to drink anything, or eat anything. Hopefully in the near future the swallowing exercises will help him regain his ability to drink and eat. Keep him in your thoughts and prayers regularly as he works to get back to 100% and home. He's got a long road ahead, but he's slowly getting there. Also pray that he would maintain a positive attitude as he goes through these daily trials, Thanks! - Bo Senator

August 20, 2015

Today started out rather confusing. Bob insisted there were puppies in his mattress and was also upset the nurses had a party in his room preventing him from getting any sleep last night. FYI...the steroids can cause vivid dreams and hallucinations. As the day went on things got a bit sorted out, however, he had us checking for the puppies when we moved his bed to a different larger and nicer room. Despite the pups, he's working really hard to regain swallowing strength (he hasn't eaten for 3 weeks) and completed 4 walks today. 'Can't wait to see what tomorrow brings. Love this guy so much!

August 17, 2015

Good news! After a very scary diagnosis of a severe rejection to the lung, lots of pain, high doses of horrible medications, and being put back on the ventilator; Bob has starting feeling better again. He had the ventilator taken out this afternoon and was able to talk on the phone with some of his family. There is no guarantee that rejection won't resurface, but for now things are looking positive. We are so grateful for all of the support, love, and prayers from our community.

August 15, 2015

Another day in the ICU. They started Bob on a steroid to combat the rejection. They've ruled out viral and bacterial infection. He should be back on his feet ummm...not soon enough. This is so tough on him. yet he has been amazing. So proud of him!

August 14, 2015

While he was off to a running start, rejection and possible infection has brought Bob to a temporary halt. Once they've positively identified the culprit through broncoscopy and cultures they'll know which meds to hit him with. So we play the waiting game... More later.