We were just talking the other day about how quickly we get comfortable with life at UCSF. Each time RJ checks in, he settles in faster. We thought when he went home after his 19-day visit in March that we would not be back right away, but here we are again for the second stay since then. And even though he is on the 9th floor (specializing in kidneys and livers) instead of the 10th (specializing in hearts and lungs), the routines, amenities and floor plans are nearly identical so we feel quite at home.
He has his area of the room all set up,with slippers, book, magazine and toiletries nearby, has talked with the nurse to make sure he can get his French toast tomorrow morning, has requested soap and towels for the evening clean-up, and has plugged his cell phone charger into the nearest outlet. I of course have the laptop fired up, verified that the room has great cell reception (yay) and dragged in an extra chair for visitors. The only complaint so far today is that it's not a single room. However, the other bed is empty so far, so that may not be an issue. And it is a beautiful back corner room with huge windows, so we are surrounded by beautiful trees and (currently) bright blue skies.
Of course the plans continue to change. Instead of getting that kidney biopsy right away (the reason we showed up today, right?) it is now scheduled for early tomorrow morning. We were assured the results would be available right away and that delaying the procedure will not delay finding out results and the subsequent treatment plan, if one is needed. One thing that is definitely hopeful: the elusive Urology docs were tracked down and they are granting a trial separation from Mr. Foley, beginning tonight at midnight, strangely enough. However, the past 10 days have been far more miserable for RJ than he has let on, so he will welcome this event regardless of the timing. Hopefully it becomes a permanent separation. Enough already with the discomfort, never mind dealing with repeated equipment malfunctions that resulted my doing more laundry, way more frequently, than I like. And that's all I'll say about that.
Stay tuned for Friday's news. We reeeaaaaallllly want for him to get out of here by Saturday. This weekend's Indy 500, F1 race and NASCAR events can always be recorded for later viewing. The big deal is that close friends are having a huge birthday bash Sunday evening that we've been looking forward to attending for several months, and missing it would be devastating. So we are totally focused on good news, asap!
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