Thursday, November 4, 2010

Auntie Ruth on the Mend

It's Fall & Auntie Ruth took it to heart.  On October 13, she took a spill while walking--cane in hand--6 blocks to a birthday luncheon for a friend!  She caused quite a stir as folks tried to help her up; a nice gentleman called an ambulance, & she was whisked away to Kaiser.  Surgery room had an opening (what a lucky break!) & she immediately jumped at the chance.  Can't remember exactly what they did but having the procedure definitely will contribute to her recovery time.  She spent 4 days at Kaiser, 1 week in a rehab center & is now home taking it easy, using a walker & a handy tool with a long handle to pick things up. 

It's been quite a "wake-up" call.  She's realizing she can't go running around and, if so, it's worth the price & peace of mind to just call a cab.

She'd enjoying getting a call or a card from the family.

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