One of Phil's wounds began bleeding in the shower this morning and continued to bleed through the gauze pads this afternoon. Rather than guess what was happening, the doctor asked Phil to come back in for further inspection. Appears that when he received one of his shots in the abdomen this morning, they nicked an artery. After receiving a couple of stitches, he was back out the door and on his way home.
He's now resting comfortably and enjoying the quiet of home with Rhonda and the dogs close by his side. No more being awoken to be poked, prodded, and monitored with every move. Then again, no more morphine either!
As promised, we issued the first disbursement check from the benefit fund today to coincide with Phil's release from the hospital. Thanks to your generosity, the certified check was in the amount of $7,000. Here is the card that accompanied the disbursement to Rhonda and Phil on behalf of Phil's Village.
Thank you VERY much for your generous donations and continued support. You have touched this family in ways that cannot be imagined. I'll keep the account open another week or so to catch any donations en-route, then issue a final check and post the update on the blog.
BTW, Phil is beginning to read the blog a little at a time, so let's ramp-up the comments and give him something to chuckle about!!
Rhonda & Phil -- First, I have been religiously following the blog since it began. A big cheers to Radar for doing this! Second, my hubby & I are riders also, so this hit home to me even though I don't know you guys. (I work for Coppell ISD also!) I am so happy & relieved that you guys are home & Phil is doing so well!! Rider Up!! Sincerely, Daena Walther
ReplyDeleteGlad you're home Phil. WE've been following your ordeal through the blog. I'll give you a call soon to check in but will give you some time to relax more at home.
ReplyDeletePaul Miller
So glad to hear that Phil is out of the hospital! What an incredible step towards his healing and recovery.
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