by Lynne Tapper | Nov 9, 2011 | On Being Positive
Upon returning to West Hartford this past Monday, we received a very thoughtful care package of front-button flannel PJs for Lynne. Inspired, we thought having a second pair would be a good idea, allowing for laundry, spills, etc. Liz, my mother-in-law, Sofie and...
by Lynne Tapper | Nov 9, 2011 | On Being Positive
The little things have made this a tough process for Lynne. Sleeping on her side, wearing a t-shirt, standing or walking for long periods of time are either impossible or incredibly uncomfortable. Bathing is also off-limits until she heals. But, sometimes a shower...
by Lynne Tapper | Nov 7, 2011 | On Being Positive
I woke up to a beautiful sunny day in Manhattan and by Noon I was back in what looks like a war-torn West Hartford. Thankfully the weather is warm and power is being restored, slowly but surely. We were informed that we had power last night (Sunday) only to wake up...
by Lynne Tapper | Nov 6, 2011 | On Being Positive
I have finally resurfaced, but barely. This recovery thing is much harder than I had thought. We finally left the hospital around 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. I rode in the front seat with a big pillow protecting my swollen, tightly bandaged chest from the seat belt. I...
by Lynne Tapper | Nov 5, 2011 | On Being Positive
(It’s Leland again…hold the applause) Saturday morning meant 1 thing. Possible discharge pending the review of the two doctors. The first one caught us during our morning stroll around the ward. He was happy with how everything looked. We then waited three...
