10 days ago, my sister in law Carolyn became the 33rd living donor in Mayo
Clinic history. She donated half of her liver to her father, who was, if not
on, very near his death bed prior to undergoing this truly awe-inspiring
procedure. I personally find her gift to him nothing short of amazing. She
nearly died 3 times, and she had more complications from the operation than
he did, but now she's finally been allowed to go home to recover where she's
most at ease.
I can't go out there to visit at this time, and so my daughter and I want to
put together a care package of little things to cheer her on as she
recuperates at home. I thought some interesting books, magazines, etc would
be good, and I'd like to get some input from the terrific people here for
other items we could include. Perhaps even some special food items as well,
since she's allowed to eat her normal diet as of today.
Thanks in advance.

kimberly

Sometimes a nice smelling talcum or bath powder, body splash or cologne
is a good thing to perk a person up. Most malls have the Bath & Body
Works stores with very nice things. Pretty note paper is always welcome
to write thank yous after hospitalization. A small box of chocolates or
other special candy is good.
God Bless her as she recovers -- sounds like a very special person!!!!!

"~Jean~" > wrote in message
...
> Sometimes a nice smelling talcum or bath powder, body splash or cologne
> is a good thing to perk a person up. Most malls have the Bath & Body
> Works stores with very nice things. Pretty note paper is always welcome
> to write thank yous after hospitalization. A small box of chocolates or
> other special candy is good.
> God Bless her as she recovers -- sounds like a very special person!!!!!
>

Thank you for the response and well wishes. I want to avoid anything like
the talc and such, because her doctors don't want her using anything like
that. Her incision is a large T shape from sternum to bellybutton.
(actually, I think she said it's an inverted T).
The note paper and candy sound good though!

kimberly

Nexis wrote:
> 10 days ago, my sister in law Carolyn became the 33rd living donor
> in Mayo Clinic history. She donated half of her liver to her
> father, who was, if not on, very near his death bed prior to
> undergoing this truly awe-inspiring procedure. I personally find
> her gift to him nothing short of amazing. She nearly died 3 times,
> and she had more complications from the operation than he did, but
> now she's finally been allowed to go home to recover where she's
> most at ease. I can't go out there to visit at this time, and so my
> daughter and I want to put together a care package of little things
> to cheer her on as she recuperates at home. I thought some
> interesting books, magazines, etc would be good, and I'd like to
> get some input from the terrific people here for other items we
> could include. Perhaps even some special food items as well, since
> she's allowed to eat her normal diet as of today. Thanks in
> advance.
>
> kimberly
>
>
Kimberly, What a really amazing story this is. How is your
sister-in-law's Father doing? It must have been very difficult for
all of you, not to see each other during this time. I am glad that it
seems that both are doing well now.

Where do you live? Cookies and Chocolates are always welcome and such
little treats as a nice eyeglass etui or a small change purse is
something almost everybody can use. Even a pretty pin or necklace, if
your sister-in-law likes this kind of jewelry.

I am all choked up after reading your post. M

"Margaret Suran" > wrote in message
...
>
>
> Nexis wrote:
> > 10 days ago, my sister in law Carolyn became the 33rd living donor
> > in Mayo Clinic history. She donated half of her liver to her
> > father, who was, if not on, very near his death bed prior to
> > undergoing this truly awe-inspiring procedure. I personally find
> > her gift to him nothing short of amazing. She nearly died 3 times,
> > and she had more complications from the operation than he did, but
> > now she's finally been allowed to go home to recover where she's
> > most at ease. I can't go out there to visit at this time, and so my
> > daughter and I want to put together a care package of little things
> > to cheer her on as she recuperates at home. I thought some
> > interesting books, magazines, etc would be good, and I'd like to
> > get some input from the terrific people here for other items we
> > could include. Perhaps even some special food items as well, since
> > she's allowed to eat her normal diet as of today. Thanks in
> > advance.
> >
> > kimberly
> >
> >
> Kimberly, What a really amazing story this is. How is your
> sister-in-law's Father doing? It must have been very difficult for
> all of you, not to see each other during this time. I am glad that it
> seems that both are doing well now.
>
> Where do you live? Cookies and Chocolates are always welcome and such
> little treats as a nice eyeglass etui or a small change purse is
> something almost everybody can use. Even a pretty pin or necklace, if
> your sister-in-law likes this kind of jewelry.
>
> I am all choked up after reading your post. M

Thanks for the great ideas. Larry is doing extraordinarily well, and has
recovered quicker than Carolyn...which I find stunning considering the
difference in their healths prior to surgery. There were more complications
for her than for him it seems. He's shown absolutely no signs of rejection
and is walking around his room and the adjacent hallways. For her part,
she's just glad to be home!
I'm in San Diego, they are in MN.
The eyeglass suggestion made me think of those eye gel packs that you
chill...know what I mean? She mentioned her eyes feel puffy, like she's been
crying for days.
Again, thank you.
kimberly
>

In article >, Margaret Suran
> wrote:

> Where do you live? Cookies and Chocolates are always welcome and such
> little treats as a nice eyeglass etui

What's that?
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-Barb, <www.jamlady.eboard.com> Updated 10-22-04; Popovers!.
"Peace will come when the power of love overcomes the love of power."
-Jimi Hendrix, and Lt. Joe Corcoran, Retired; St. Paul PD, Homicide Divn.

On 11/2/2004, Margaret wrote:

>> Where do you live? Cookies and Chocolates are always
>>welcome and such little treats as a nice eyeglass

and then Barb (Melba's Jammin) wrote:

>What's that?

Assuming you are referring to the etui, a decorative case or
container. This is a frequent crossword puzzle item.

On 11/2/2004, Margaret wrote:

>> Where do you live? Cookies and Chocolates are always
>>welcome and such little treats as a nice eyeglass

and then Barb (Melba's Jammin) wrote:

>What's that?

Assuming you are referring to the etui, a decorative case or
container. This is a frequent crossword puzzle item.

What a brave woman. Netflix offers gift subscriptions; some new
movies to watch might keep her spirits up. How about some cute comfy
lounging clothes -- tops and drawstring pants, socks or slippers.

Tara

Tara wrote:

> What a brave woman. Netflix offers gift subscriptions; some new
> movies to watch might keep her spirits up. How about some cute comfy
> lounging clothes -- tops and drawstring pants, socks or slippers.
>
> Tara

I love the idea of Netflix!! I am using their
service now and have been very pleased.
Goomba

Tara wrote:

> What a brave woman. Netflix offers gift subscriptions; some new
> movies to watch might keep her spirits up. How about some cute comfy
> lounging clothes -- tops and drawstring pants, socks or slippers.
>
> Tara

I love the idea of Netflix!! I am using their
service now and have been very pleased.
Goomba

Nexis wrote:
> and so my daughter and I want to
> put together a care package of little things to cheer her on as she
> recuperates at home. I thought some interesting books, magazines, etc would
> be good, and I'd like to get some input from the terrific people here for
> other items we could include. Perhaps even some special food items as well,
> since she's allowed to eat her normal diet as of today.
> Thanks in advance.

What about including a coupon arranging for a maid
or cleaning service for a couple of visits? I'm
sure you could find one of those chains willing to
work with you.
Goomba

Nexis wrote:

> 10 days ago, my sister in law Carolyn became the 33rd living donor in Mayo
> Clinic history. She donated half of her liver to her father, who was, if not
> on, very near his death bed prior to undergoing this truly awe-inspiring
> procedure. I personally find her gift to him nothing short of amazing. She
> nearly died 3 times, and she had more complications from the operation than
> he did, but now she's finally been allowed to go home to recover where she's
> most at ease.
> I can't go out there to visit at this time, and so my daughter and I want to
> put together a care package of little things to cheer her on as she
> recuperates at home. I thought some interesting books, magazines, etc would
> be good, and I'd like to get some input from the terrific people here for
> other items we could include. Perhaps even some special food items as well,
> since she's allowed to eat her normal diet as of today.
> Thanks in advance.
> kimberly

Truly cool story. How about some handfuls of leetle sizes of smelly hand
lotion, etc.? Walmart and Walgreen's both have a pile of that kind of stuff.
With that godawful scar she may want something especially girly?
Edrena

Nexis wrote:
>
> 10 days ago, my sister in law Carolyn became the 33rd living donor in Mayo
> Clinic history. She donated half of her liver to her father, who was, if not
> on, very near his death bed prior to undergoing this truly awe-inspiring
> procedure. I personally find her gift to him nothing short of amazing. She
> nearly died 3 times, and she had more complications from the operation than
> he did, but now she's finally been allowed to go home to recover where she's
> most at ease.



Isn't it amazing? The wife of a friend here in Colorado just
today had a kidney transplant from their son. He reports
both are doing well.

For a gift, in addiiton to reading material, what aobut a
basket of small muffins, some tea, coffee, anfd maybe some
nice chocolates?

gloria p

>Isn't it amazing? The wife of a friend here in Colorado just
>today had a kidney transplant from their son. He reports
>both are doing well.
>
>For a gift, in addiiton to reading material, what aobut a
>basket of small muffins, some tea, coffee, anfd maybe some
>nice chocolates?
>
>gloria p

Why "small" muffins (gems)??? Do you somehow think, she'd be to weak to lift
regular size muffins?


---= BOYCOTT FRANCE (belgium) GERMANY--SPAIN =---
---= Move UNITED NATIONS To Paris =---
*********
"Life would be devoid of all meaning were it without tribulation."
Sheldon
````````````

In article >,
(PENMART01) wrote:
> >For a gift, in addiiton to reading material, what aobut a
> >basket of small muffins, some tea, coffee, anfd maybe some
> >nice chocolates?
> >
> >gloria p
>
> Why "small" muffins (gems)??? Do you somehow think, she'd be to weak
> to lift regular size muffins?

Aah, shaddap! We want dainty here. Sheesh!
--
-Barb, <www.jamlady.eboard.com> Updated 10-22-04; Popovers!.
"Peace will come when the power of love overcomes the love of power."
-Jimi Hendrix, and Lt. Joe Corcoran, Retired; St. Paul PD, Homicide Divn.

PENMART01 wrote:
>
> >Isn't it amazing? The wife of a friend here in Colorado just
> >today had a kidney transplant from their son. He reports
> >both are doing well.
> >
> >For a gift, in addiiton to reading material, what aobut a
> >basket of small muffins, some tea, coffee, anfd maybe some
> >nice chocolates?
> >
> >gloria p
>
> Why "small" muffins (gems)??? Do you somehow think, she'd be to weak to lift
> regular size muffins?
>



No, I think she'd feel less guilty eating them than the
gargantuan size which seem to be the rage these days.
She's recovering from surgery, not lumberjacking.

gloria p

In article >,
(PENMART01) wrote:
> >For a gift, in addiiton to reading material, what aobut a
> >basket of small muffins, some tea, coffee, anfd maybe some
> >nice chocolates?
> >
> >gloria p
>
> Why "small" muffins (gems)??? Do you somehow think, she'd be to weak
> to lift regular size muffins?

Aah, shaddap! We want dainty here. Sheesh!
--
-Barb, <www.jamlady.eboard.com> Updated 10-22-04; Popovers!.
"Peace will come when the power of love overcomes the love of power."
-Jimi Hendrix, and Lt. Joe Corcoran, Retired; St. Paul PD, Homicide Divn.

>Isn't it amazing? The wife of a friend here in Colorado just
>today had a kidney transplant from their son. He reports
>both are doing well.
>
>For a gift, in addiiton to reading material, what aobut a
>basket of small muffins, some tea, coffee, anfd maybe some
>nice chocolates?
>
>gloria p

Why "small" muffins (gems)??? Do you somehow think, she'd be to weak to lift
regular size muffins?


---= BOYCOTT FRANCE (belgium) GERMANY--SPAIN =---
---= Move UNITED NATIONS To Paris =---
*********
"Life would be devoid of all meaning were it without tribulation."
Sheldon
````````````

"Nexis" > wrote in message news:<SgOhd.30652$SW3.22862@fed1read01>...
> 10 days ago, my sister in law Carolyn became the 33rd living donor in Mayo
> Clinic history. She donated half of her liver to her father, who was, if not
> on, very near his death bed prior to undergoing this truly awe-inspiring
> procedure. I personally find her gift to him nothing short of amazing. She
> nearly died 3 times, and she had more complications from the operation than
> he did, but now she's finally been allowed to go home to recover where she's
> most at ease.
> I can't go out there to visit at this time, and so my daughter and I want to
> put together a care package of little things to cheer her on as she
> recuperates at home. I thought some interesting books, magazines, etc would
> be good, and I'd like to get some input from the terrific people here for
> other items we could include. Perhaps even some special food items as well,
> since she's allowed to eat her normal diet as of today.
> Thanks in advance.
>
> kimberly

I imagine it hurts to laugh, but my favorite "get well" gift is to go
through the supermarket checkout line and pick up one copy each of all
those tabloids like "Star" or "National Enquirer"...they make for
hilarious reading and great entertainment.

N.

Nexis wrote:

> I can't go out there to visit at this time, and so my daughter and I want to
> put together a care package of little things to cheer her on as she
> recuperates at home. I thought some interesting books, magazines, etc would
> be good, and I'd like to get some input from the terrific people here for
> other items we could include.

Call a local physical therapist and ask who does legit massage. Send her
a foot, hand, and head massage. Also, tapes of funny movies...old
classics she might have seen years ago and forgotten like the original
Odd Fellow, A New Leaf, the original Lady Killers, early Pink Panther,
etc. The zanier the better.
blacksalt

On Sun, 07 Nov 2004 17:36:28 -0800, kalanamak
> wrote:

> A New Leaf,

I LOVE that movie!


sf
Practice safe eating - always use condiments

Nexis wrote:
> 10 days ago, my sister in law Carolyn became the 33rd living donor
> in Mayo Clinic history. She donated half of her liver to her
> father, who was, if not on, very near his death bed prior to
> undergoing this truly awe-inspiring procedure. I personally find
> her gift to him nothing short of amazing. She nearly died 3 times,
> and she had more complications from the operation than he did, but
> now she's finally been allowed to go home to recover where she's
> most at ease. I can't go out there to visit at this time, and so my
> daughter and I want to put together a care package of little things
> to cheer her on as she recuperates at home. I thought some
> interesting books, magazines, etc would be good, and I'd like to
> get some input from the terrific people here for other items we
> could include. Perhaps even some special food items as well, since
> she's allowed to eat her normal diet as of today. Thanks in
> advance.
>
> kimberly
>
>
Kimberly, What a really amazing story this is. How is your
sister-in-law's Father doing? It must have been very difficult for
all of you, not to see each other during this time. I am glad that it
seems that both are doing well now.

Where do you live? Cookies and Chocolates are always welcome and such
little treats as a nice eyeglass etui or a small change purse is
something almost everybody can use. Even a pretty pin or necklace, if
your sister-in-law likes this kind of jewelry.

I am all choked up after reading your post. M

What a brave woman. Netflix offers gift subscriptions; some new
movies to watch might keep her spirits up. How about some cute comfy
lounging clothes -- tops and drawstring pants, socks or slippers.

Tara

Nexis wrote:
> and so my daughter and I want to
> put together a care package of little things to cheer her on as she
> recuperates at home. I thought some interesting books, magazines, etc would
> be good, and I'd like to get some input from the terrific people here for
> other items we could include. Perhaps even some special food items as well,
> since she's allowed to eat her normal diet as of today.
> Thanks in advance.

What about including a coupon arranging for a maid
or cleaning service for a couple of visits? I'm
sure you could find one of those chains willing to
work with you.
Goomba

Nexis wrote:

> 10 days ago, my sister in law Carolyn became the 33rd living donor in Mayo
> Clinic history. She donated half of her liver to her father, who was, if not
> on, very near his death bed prior to undergoing this truly awe-inspiring
> procedure. I personally find her gift to him nothing short of amazing. She
> nearly died 3 times, and she had more complications from the operation than
> he did, but now she's finally been allowed to go home to recover where she's
> most at ease.
> I can't go out there to visit at this time, and so my daughter and I want to
> put together a care package of little things to cheer her on as she
> recuperates at home. I thought some interesting books, magazines, etc would
> be good, and I'd like to get some input from the terrific people here for
> other items we could include. Perhaps even some special food items as well,
> since she's allowed to eat her normal diet as of today.
> Thanks in advance.
> kimberly

Truly cool story. How about some handfuls of leetle sizes of smelly hand
lotion, etc.? Walmart and Walgreen's both have a pile of that kind of stuff.
With that godawful scar she may want something especially girly?
Edrena

Nexis wrote:
>
> 10 days ago, my sister in law Carolyn became the 33rd living donor in Mayo
> Clinic history. She donated half of her liver to her father, who was, if not
> on, very near his death bed prior to undergoing this truly awe-inspiring
> procedure. I personally find her gift to him nothing short of amazing. She
> nearly died 3 times, and she had more complications from the operation than
> he did, but now she's finally been allowed to go home to recover where she's
> most at ease.



Isn't it amazing? The wife of a friend here in Colorado just
today had a kidney transplant from their son. He reports
both are doing well.

For a gift, in addiiton to reading material, what aobut a
basket of small muffins, some tea, coffee, anfd maybe some
nice chocolates?

gloria p

"Nexis" > wrote in message news:<SgOhd.30652$SW3.22862@fed1read01>...
> 10 days ago, my sister in law Carolyn became the 33rd living donor in Mayo
> Clinic history. She donated half of her liver to her father, who was, if not
> on, very near his death bed prior to undergoing this truly awe-inspiring
> procedure. I personally find her gift to him nothing short of amazing. She
> nearly died 3 times, and she had more complications from the operation than
> he did, but now she's finally been allowed to go home to recover where she's
> most at ease.
> I can't go out there to visit at this time, and so my daughter and I want to
> put together a care package of little things to cheer her on as she
> recuperates at home. I thought some interesting books, magazines, etc would
> be good, and I'd like to get some input from the terrific people here for
> other items we could include. Perhaps even some special food items as well,
> since she's allowed to eat her normal diet as of today.
> Thanks in advance.
>
> kimberly

I imagine it hurts to laugh, but my favorite "get well" gift is to go
through the supermarket checkout line and pick up one copy each of all
those tabloids like "Star" or "National Enquirer"...they make for
hilarious reading and great entertainment.

N.

Nexis wrote:

> I can't go out there to visit at this time, and so my daughter and I want to
> put together a care package of little things to cheer her on as she
> recuperates at home. I thought some interesting books, magazines, etc would
> be good, and I'd like to get some input from the terrific people here for
> other items we could include.

Call a local physical therapist and ask who does legit massage. Send her
a foot, hand, and head massage. Also, tapes of funny movies...old
classics she might have seen years ago and forgotten like the original
Odd Fellow, A New Leaf, the original Lady Killers, early Pink Panther,
etc. The zanier the better.
blacksalt

Nexis wrote:

> I can't go out there to visit at this time, and so my daughter and I want to
> put together a care package of little things to cheer her on as she
> recuperates at home. I thought some interesting books, magazines, etc would
> be good, and I'd like to get some input from the terrific people here for
> other items we could include.

Call a local physical therapist and ask who does legit massage. Send her
a foot, hand, and head massage. Also, tapes of funny movies...old
classics she might have seen years ago and forgotten like the original
Odd Fellow, A New Leaf, the original Lady Killers, early Pink Panther,
etc. The zanier the better.
blacksalt