“He’s a giant pirate!” exclaimed the young boy to his mother as they exited the elevator we were entering. The pirate, in good spirits, growled good naturedly “Aye, Matey” just as the door squeezed shut.
The human body is such a marvelous machine; its motor and gears and ability to reboot and restore a constant amazement to the mortals who wear them. While not perfect, often finicky, increasingly a pain in the whatever, I still like to celebrate its better nature, especially when a loved one is doing better.
You have all been so thoughtful and kind, asking and praying about Tom since his health issues of November and December, and I wanted to take a little time to thank you all and to let you know how he is doing.
Tom’s eye has healed well from the vitrectomy . Tons of medicated drops, with all manner of healing properties, and a well-worn path to the specialist’s office have taken him to the better side of restoration. His “Tom Selleck” looks and Irish wit are intact, and he has slowly (well, not as slowly as I would like, but, you know how that goes) resumed normal activities.
While the eye has healed from the surgery, what vision Tom will retain is still uncertain, and will remain so for many months. He will still need shots to stave off swelling and that well-worn path will continue to be driven, but, for now, we are grateful for good doctors, steady hands, sound judgement, advanced technology, prayers given – and answered.
My giant pirate is still captain of his ship, navigating unchartered waters – and a little boy is probably still talking about his chance encounter with a patched stranger on a wintry day.
wonderful news … what a lovely sense of humor he has … so important when faced with challenges … hugs to you, Penny …
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Thank you, Teresa. Humor, indeed, helps us all through challenges, doesn’t it, and to remember what it was like to be a child filled with innocence. Holding that hug real tight.
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It is wonderful that things are returning to normal. Tom’s sense of humor is in tact and he is healing from the surgery. Prayers will continue for you all.
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Amen to that, Janet, and you prayers are appreciated. Slowly, slowly normalcy comes. Of course, you know that we’ve never been normal. tee hee
Snowing here tonight like a mist or fog, and hoping we don’t get 8 inches. Hope all is well down there and that wind has settled.
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The best news ever! I am so happy for you both. Penny, you have just about earned an ophthalmology nurse degree! You deserve a lot of credit for this blessing. Prayers continue.
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We are certainly getting lessons in ophthalmology, Marilyn, though I’m afraid there are times my patient may think me nurse Ratchet. Thank you, my friend. We do what we need to, and then pray a lot.
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So happy with your news. I’ll bet that Aye Matey made that little boy’s day. Hoping for the best in the vision department.
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Thank you, Joyce. It was a light moment, for sure, and I think the little boy thought he really ran into a 6 ‘4″ pirate. Stories to tell when he is older, I’m sure.
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So far, so good! I do admire the way you and Tom find humour in many situations which others might use as a cause for complaint. It’s good to hear news of the giant pirate making a steady recovery and receiving such good care.
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We try to, Juliet, but do have our down moments and complaints, like everyone else. This young lad was sent our way at just the right moment to give us all a smile.
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It’s good to hear things are going so well up to this point. Here’s hoping things continue on such a good course!
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Thank you, Janet, and your hopeful words of continued good course are truly appreciated. Stay warm. Part 2 of Polar Vortex is upon us.
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It’s the little things….may the Giant Pirate continue to make good progress and not take things too far down the line of authenticity….(I’m thinking hooks and peg legs…)Axxx
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How right you are, Annie; it is the little things. I’m all a-giggle thinking of my pirate working in his shop on a captain’s hook and peg leg. Best go out and check on him more. tee hee
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A sense of humor helps with everything. Best wishes for continued progress and the best of all outcomes.
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Humor is such good medicine, isn’t it, Sallie? Thank you. We remain hopeful.
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A sense of humour in evidence, after all the hassle, now that’s what I call resilience.
Best wishes for continued improvement.
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Thank you, Friko. Coming from someone who writes with such artful wit in spite of life’s ups and downs, I am especially appreciative of your comment here.
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Excellent news, Penny. I am fervently praying that he will recover 100% of his sight. With my own issues, I know one is grateful for what they have, but it’s hard not to hope to have it all again.
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I’m certain of your understanding and hopefulness, Andra, knowing of your recent issues (which I hope have been put at bay, especially with your long walk ahead of you). Thank you, friend.
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This is a wonderful report, Penny! I am sure it continues to be a concern, but to see improvement and know that all is going well must be a weight relieved. I am sure that he will continue to do well with such a strong partnership between the two of you and regular medical attention. Thank you for sharing the update. I have been wondering…and one of the pray-ers. 🙂
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We are hopefully optimistic, Debra. Knowing that Tom’s eye has healed from the surgery is a major step and we are very grateful for this. Thank you for your your thoughts, and, especially for your prayers. I meant to update sooner, but, well, just needed to wait and see.
Now, let’s see about the drought in Southern California and the frozen eastern half of the USA. What a winter it is all over.
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I’m coming late to everything, Penny, but am so glad to read this post and know that tom is recovering so well from his eye surgery. Prayers will of course continue for his longer healing and the retention of as much sight as possible.
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It is never to too late to stop by here on the Cutoff, Perpetua. I’m thrilled to have you stop by now, especially knowing what you’ve been through lately.
Thank you for your prayers and good wishes. We are hopefully optimistic that he will regain good vision.
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[…] surgery. I was driving, slowly, as one must when taking in the scenery at the Morton Arboretum. My giant pirate was clicking photos from the passenger window, the snow covered wonderland posing with crested […]
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Amen & continued prayers for Tom!
He’s an awesome guy & great actor!
Simply adore him
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