Dad update

So as some or most of you know my dad suffered a stroke on Wednesdsay. He was in Boston for work and was due to fly back to Charleston that evening. The stroke happened as he was getting ready to leave for work that morning and he was able to call my mom and 911.  Also for those of you who know my dad this won't come as a shock but he packed his suitcase, briefcase, and laptop without mobility in his right arm and hand (he's also right handed). They took him to Mass General Hospital where they have been taking excellent care of him. Colleen flew out to Boston yesterday and has been giving updates every few hours. The Neurologists explained he had an ITA.  There doesn't seem to be any major lasting affects except for some minor loss of function in his right hand which the doctors are confident with a little physical therapy he will regain full use.  The Vascular surgeon will be performing surgery Monday, to remove the plaque from his carotid artery on the left side of his neck.  It is a fairly routine surgery and the doctor said most people are discharged the following day.  We also saw an Endocrinologist because they have found a small lesion on one of his thyroids.  They will be doing an ultrasound on it today to find out more but it is not something they are immediately concerned about as a matter of fact it will probably be something that he follows up on after he returns to Charleston.  After they discharge him he will have to hang out in Boston for a few more days before he can start his travels home.  He is unable to fly so it will be limited to either one of us driving him back from Boston or to take a train. I think the train might be the better solution of the two.  This has been a very difficult time for all of us especially since we can't all be with him at this time. Thank you to everyone that has sent prayers and well wishes our way. They are much appreciated.

I will update this blog as we get more information but right now we are looking forward to Monday and the surgery going well. 

XOXO