Another update on another husband

@JudyEv (329038)
Rockingham, Australia
May 22, 2024 3:37am CST
I went to see Vince in hospital this morning. I managed to find the entrance to the car park and found an empty spot but the bays were very tight. Luckily I have a smallish car. I was able to pay with coins so that was good. I don’t have the phone payment quite worked out yet. Vince was sitting in a chair but had a heap of tubes and monitors all over the place. He was quite bright but dozed off a time or two while I was there. In between dozes he chatted a bit. The nurse said he is ‘ticking all the boxes’ so that’s good. He should move out of the ICU unit tomorrow. I’ve just been battling trying to upload the photo but I’ll get my friend to help me with it this evening. I thought I’d emailed it to myself but it hasn’t arrived yet. So you get a photo of a kangaroo instead.
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@LadyDuck (463157)
• Switzerland
22 May
I am glad that you found an empty spot and the coins were accepted to pay. Even here the parking spots are so tight and the cars bigger and bigger... I am glad that you found Vince sitting and you could exchange some words. He will surely look better tomorrow, after the first 24 hours is usually a lot better. We always like to see the photos of roos.
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
22 May
Thanks, Anna. The nurse said the first night is always the worst and that if he sleep well tonight he'll look much better tomorrow. He should be in his own room tomorrow.
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@LadyDuck (463157)
• Switzerland
22 May
@JudyEv I hope he will be in his own room starting tomorrow. I remember that when I visited my Mom the day after her serious surgery I was a bit concerned, but after 24 hours she looked so much better.
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• Shenzhen, China
22 May
@JudyEv how long the hospital would still keep him?
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@LindaOHio (161649)
• United States
22 May
I'm glad you conquered the parking problem. I'm so glad Vince is doing well. Praying that he heals up quickly. Have a good day.
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
22 May
Thanks very much. Yes, I was pleased about the parking.
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
23 May
@LindaOHio They are saying a week to ten days. I hope that will be right.
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@LindaOHio (161649)
• United States
23 May
@JudyEv You're very welcome. How long until he comes home? I don't remember how long my husband was in the hospital. That was in 2004.
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@rebelann (111741)
• El Paso, Texas
22 May
I'm glad Vince is doing well, hopefully he will be home soon. I didn't know a roos pouch would stretch like that.
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@rebelann (111741)
• El Paso, Texas
22 May
I've wondered how that works because on some videos I've seen what seems to me to be a big joey get back into his mom's pouch but those videos don't show everything.
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
22 May
I think that little one would have soon been kicked out! The pouch is nearly dragging on the ground.
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
23 May
@rebelann Once they get to a certain size, they drink by standing in front of the mother and just poking their head in the pouch.
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@1creekgirl (40855)
• United States
22 May
Judy, I'm so sorry I missed your post, I had no idea Vince was having heart surgery! I'll pray he'll continue to improve.
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@1creekgirl (40855)
• United States
23 May
@JudyEv That's encouraging. I'll pray for him and you, also.
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
23 May
@1creekgirl Thanks, Vicki.
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
23 May
Thanks Vicki. I've tried not to go on about it too much. I'm going in again shortly to see him. He'll be at least another night in ICU but they had him up for a short walk this morning.
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@MarieCoyle (30785)
22 May
I am glad you were able to go see him. I'm sure he is very tired from all that has taken place. I would think they have to accept coins as well as the phone payment, as not everyone in the world has a phone still, plus there are people who cannot manage the intricacies of a payment from the phone. Great picture of a 'roo!
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
23 May
@MarieCoyle There are no other options at the hospital and you have to pay for an hour minimum. One of the other hospitals lets you pay as you leave but this one you have to buy your ticket first and display it on the dash.
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
23 May
They had him up walking this morning - just a very short way but he said he was exhausted when he rang, which is what he has to expect after such extensive surgery. And the meter did accept coins but more and more it seems everyone is expected to have a mobile and know how to use it.
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@MarieCoyle (30785)
23 May
@JudyEv Yes, that is the way to pay for such things, although I prefer to pay for online purchases from my laptop at home, not my phone. Our city has parking meters in many places. They have all gone to using cards rather than coins. It's convenient, but ... kind of a pain for some people who do not have a card, I suppose. I usually avoid the meters, as when I am in the area of pay phones, it's usually around a medical appointment and I am never sure how long I will be. The other paid parking places are parking garages with meters, so you don't pay until you leave. I am sure he is very, very tired. It will take a while for him to regain strength, but we know you will be there to cheer him on! Take good care of yourself, Judy.
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@grenery8 (4296)
• Croatia (Hrvatska)
24 May
i am glad he's okay and glad that you're struggling to see him, that is very nice of you
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
24 May
Once he gets out of ICU he will be able to have visitors.
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
26 May
@grenery8 Thanks. It might be today but I'm not sure.
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@grenery8 (4296)
• Croatia (Hrvatska)
25 May
@JudyEv that is great. i hope that time will come soon
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@BarBaraPrz (45935)
• St. Catharines, Ontario
22 May
And just what is that 'roo doing? Using a sprinkler as a bidet? Glad to read that Vince is doing 'tickety-boo'.
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@BarBaraPrz (45935)
• St. Catharines, Ontario
22 May
@JudyEv Ah...
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
22 May
The 'sprinkler' is the tail and legs of her (big) baby. lol
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@snowy22315 (172603)
• United States
22 May
I wonder if kangaroos are a bit like our deer. They tend to pop up when you aren't necessarily expecting to see them. Glad Vince is progressing.Sounds like the operation was a success.
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@snowy22315 (172603)
• United States
22 May
@JudyEv Good to hear
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
22 May
I should think they are very like your deer. They can be a menace on the roads. Yes, Vin is doing well so far, thanks.
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@Juliaacv (48998)
• Canada
22 May
I love the picture of the Mama roo with her Joey in her pouch. I am so thankful to hear that Vince is doing so well-ticking all of the boxes as the nurse stated. Funny, I never took him for a ticker, more of a photographer and all around handyman.
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
23 May
I think he is a tosser seeing him toss those pancakes.
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@Tampa_girl7 (49411)
• United States
23 May
I’m glad that he is doing good. I always enjoy the kangaroo pics.
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
24 May
I like looking back over the photos and choosing which one to use.
@RasmaSandra (75033)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
22 May
Glad to hear he is doing so well after his surgery, I will put him in my prayers for a speedy recovery,
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
23 May
Thanks. That would be really appreciated.
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@TheHorse (209216)
• Walnut Creek, California
23 May
Glad all of the boxes are checked, or however you upside down people say it. Is that kangaroo mating with an emu?
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
24 May
The bits hanging out are a joey's tail and feet. I think it is time that little one left home.
@just4him (311359)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
22 May
I'm glad he's doing well.
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@just4him (311359)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
22 May
@JudyEv I'm sure it is.
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
22 May
Thanks. It's good to have it over with.
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@Hannihar (130238)
• Israel
23 May
@JudyEv Thank you for the update on Vince. The kangaroo is very interesting .
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
23 May
I miss seeing the kangaroos every day.
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@Hannihar (130238)
• Israel
23 May
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@vandana7 (99385)
• India
22 May
How long do they say he will be at the hospital, and recover fairly to be at home? And would you need any assistance at home for some time? Will it be possible to organize that?
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
23 May
He has at least another night in ICU then 7-10 days in hospital plus a couple of months recovery. No driving for 8 weeks, etc. I can manage at home. I might need to get someone to be here if I need to go shopping but, now we're living in the city, I have quite a few people willing to help out if I need help. Thanks.
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• China
22 May
Glad that Vince 's surgery went very well ! It won't be long before he is up and about.
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
22 May
I'm sure that's true. Another day or two will make all the difference.
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@FourWalls (63356)
• United States
22 May
Glad Vince is doing well! So thankful! Hope he gets out of ICU and into “recovery” so he can get home soon! (But don’t forget to bop him if he tries to make it too soon.)
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
23 May
They are keeping him in ICU another night but he's already fretting about phone and watch chargers, etc. He might bopping quite soon!
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@wolfgirl569 (97992)
• Marion, Ohio
22 May
Glad you found a spot. The parking here is small too. Being a rural area you would think they would make them bigger for the trucks. But they don't. Very glad to hear Vince is doing good and will be moved to a regular room soon
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
22 May
I'm going much later in the day tomorrow but they say it will be easier. I hope so.
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@xFiacre (12573)
• Ireland
22 May
@judyev Great news - about Vince as well as the parking!
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
22 May
I have to write a post about his photo but I'm waiting for some help in uploading a photo from the phone to the computer.
@Shiva49 (26288)
• Singapore
22 May
I think your visit should speed up the recovery process.
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@JudyEv (329038)
• Rockingham, Australia
23 May
I will see him most days until he leaves hospital and I know there are at least 3 or 4 others who will visit once he gets out of ICU.
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