I’m finding my recovery is definitely a slow process. It seems I have one good day then one bad day. I will get excited because the pain will be a little better one day but the next day I am back to taking the heavy duty pain meds. I am relieved I’m squeaking out some good days though. Hopefully today will be a good day so we can participate in some of the Fourth of July activities.
My niece, Lauren, is my new full time nurse. What a wonderful little helper she is. She has been watering all the plants, preparing my meals, doing the dishes, cutting my food, making the bed, she did a few loads of laundry and put all the clothes away, and even made chicken stir fry for dinner Wednesday night! Did I mention she is eleven years old? I’m lucky to have her staying with us.
Another benefit is the sling I received last Friday. It is so much more comfortable than the sling from the hospital. It has a cushion that goes around my waist which holds my arm out to prevent the strap from rubbing on my incision and my sternum. Before, I was dragging a pillow everywhere to support my arm.
Happy Birthday America! Happy Birthday Ben! Thank You to the Troops! Have a wonderful and safe Fourth of July weekend!
Nikki's New Lungs 
Glad to hear your are having good days. Can you send Lauren my way to train my children?? Lol
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Thank goodness for Lauren! She is an incredible young lady with a spectacular Aunt! Thinking of you both (and Travis too). Have a wonderful 4th! The Utah gang
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Thanks for the update, Nik! We are missing you here in Eveleth. We got a pic with Franken, but nothing will beat the shot of him passionately kissing Rosie. That’s a classic. So glad miss Lauren is helping you out. She’s the best kid around, no doubt. Have a wonderful 4th and here’s hoping those good days are more and more frequent. xoxo
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How Lucky you are to have her. She sounds amazing. Hope you enjoyed your 4th. This week will be better for you.
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WOW! Way to go Lauren! I bet you are learning all sorts of good things like food preparation, gardening, household duties and best of all caring for loved ones.
Nik, you keep healing girl! Prayers are on the fast line for you.
xoxo Heidi
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