Luke and I arrived this morning to hear Noel gabbing with the nurses’ assistant, and we could tell from the tone and timbre of her voice that she was feeling better. Fortunately, watching last night’s game didn’t set her back as much as it set back those of us who who had to watch it in person.
The pharmacy assistant came in to see if she could give Annie some instruction on the Lovenox injections that she’ll have to give herself when she gets home (to prevent blood clotting), and Ann said she would be happy to make an appointment with her. This exchange helped me see that she truly was getting back to normal.
She is off the sips and chips restrictions, and she had some tea this morning; indeed, her weight is almost back up to pre-surgery levels. Her energy is also much better today, though right now she is snoozing a bit (as is Luke). A peaceful morning.
Clark
noelstanton 
Glad to hear that the game didn’t depress you.
Yeaaaaaaaaaaaa. You sound so much better Noel. Lookin good from where I sit up here in the ccld North. Wish I could see you.
Love,
Judy
Hope you are feeling stronger every day!!! You are clearly very loved and cared for. Sending good thoughts your way. with love, Janet (p.s. this blog is great)
Hi Noel
I am so happy to hear you are up and moving around. A major Surgery like you just had can take a lot out of a person but you are in such great shape and if I know you which i do -great spirits also.
I sounds like you have alot of love and great care (Clark and Luke). I will keep you in my prayers as you continue with recovery.
My best to you hugs from cold Minnesota but no snow yet YEA!!!!
Dona Buttenhoff
Dear Noel and Clark
As I was sitting in church this morning Noel became very present to me…
As you both know we have not had any contact in years…..
This evening as I was talking to Leon, he mentioned that you were in the hospital…
So I guess what I am trying to convey is that you were a very powerful presence in my life and the Lord our God, has asked me to pray for you…..
Please keep me in your list of contacts…I will pray for you and your recovery…
God Bless
Sue Mellado
Hi Noel,
I’m thrilled to hear you are doing so well.
We have been praying for you & the guys. It’s hard on the guys as well to be worrying about you.
Keep smiling and you will be through your recovery before you know it!
Take care,
Dana B.
P.S. Dona said no snow yet, because it has melted over the past week.
P.P.S. The stinking Tommies keep winning 😦
Hello my beautiful friend!
I am so glad you are on the mend. Slow and steady, Noel, slow and steady. I know that sitting still is not easy for you to do, but do it anyway. 🙂
We’re in Santa Fe through Wednesday. It is truly God’s country out here. Beautiful sunsets, clear starry skies, miles and miles of unencumbered land. Really cold, but thankfully without rain or snow. Today, we visited the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi and El Santuario de Guadalupe, which is the oldest extant shrine to the Virgin of Guadalupe in the US. I said a prayer for you and the entire Stanton family there. Take care, take it easy, and we’ll talk to you soon.
Love,
Adoria
Dear Noel,
So happy to hear that you are feeling a little better! Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you embark on your newest journey!
With Love,
Lori Collins
Dear Noel/Annie and Clark:
You have been in my thoughts and prayers ever since I got Janie’s email. It sounds like you are doing better and better, for which I am quite grateful. All of the Sandpoint gang is pulling for you !!
And I know you have wonderful support from Clark and Luke.
Hugs to both of you,
Molly
Sorry about the Irish, but at least the winners were one of the best in the nation. Definitely an improved season for ND.
Annie’s continued progress is much better news.
All the best,
Jim and Jolanne
Good to see you on Saturday, Clark. Best that we hooked up before the game when the mood was more positive. I had to inject Lovenox for a period of time a couple of years ago. It’s very easy and when it came to the choice of learn or stay in the hospital, it was a no-brainer.
Phil
Clark:
I’m delighted that Noel (as I’ve known her for the last 30 years) is feeling better and gaining her strength in order to go home. We’re all cheering for her.
John
Noel and Clark,
Keep up your marvelous recovery. We are so proud of you – Love Sue and Louie
Dear Noel, You sound stronger but please take it easy..Take a deep breath and try to Slow down..Not your nature I know..During this Advent time when the message is Waiting……..you can take this message to heart and wait for your body to recover after your extensive surgery Love you and am praying for you..Love Brian and Judith
Noel,
I just now noticed the message Clark sent me on d3football Post Patterns.
I am glad to hear that you are making steady progress with your recovery. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Hope you are able to go home soon.
Tim