Hi everyone! 

I just realized I haven't posted in a while nor did I officially wrap up this page so I thought I would do so today.

How am I doing?  I'm okay.  Recovery has been a roller coaster.  A very slow and steady one if that's a thing.  I have had a few issues that brought me back to the hospital but I'll spare you that drama.  I'm doing better and better each day so that's the great news.  Let's just say I am happy to be 5 weeks post-op - as of today - and incredibly grateful to have the past 5 weeks BEHIND ME!

I'm going to PT 2 times a week and continuing to increase my walking distance and speed more and more.  I am told this, too, is a long game.  36 sessions.  Again, slow and steady.  Next week, I will finally stop a lot of the post-op medication I am and cannot wait for that day!  All of this medicine affects me and my body but all has an important purpose so we try to maintain that acceptance ;)

I go back to Mayo in April for a big check-up and keep waiting for a magical moment to hit me where I feel totally different or miraculously "better".  It hasn't happened yet but I have faith it will.  I am happy to be back on my feet going about my day, going out for dinner with my boys, and attending Parker's activities. 

Thank you for all of your ongoing prayers and support.  It means a lot to me.  This should be my last post -- think of it as no news is good news!  What a crazy past few months it has been.  Thank you for taking the journey with me.

I hope this finds you and your family well.

With love & appreciation,

Cade