Another week of waiting. Attended two support groups for both lung transplant and then one specifically for IPF. Then Bob attended a third one that is just for caregivers. All were very educational. Biggest issue fot attending any kind of event at UW Med Center is 'parking'. Seems like for anything it is $9-15. We can easily spend $40+ a week just on parking.
Spent some time getting to know our neighbors. He is also awaiting transplant and needs two lungs. They are from Idaho.
We had dinner with a couple who had lived in La Grande several years ago and he was a transplant recipient last fall. Great evening with them and we learned a lot. One issue is Violet. We need to make better short term arrangements for her.
Betsy is starting pulmonary rehab next week, probably 3 times a week, which includes a treadmill and other exercise equipment at the Northwest Therapy Center. Need to be in the best shape possible going into the transplant. It appears that women are on the waiting list longer than men. Not sure why that is unless it has to do with lung size….
Purchased a cheap BBQ at Wal-Mart so if the weather EVER gets decent we can cook outside for variety. Bob had fun putting it together, all 400 pieces!!! The days seem to be going by fast and we do keep busy. Sun is shining as we send this but no telling for how long. Might grill some brats tonight.
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