A couple of weeks ago, my dad had his knee replaced. After years of pain, it was time for that bad boy to come out and a brand spankin' new one to take it's place. Lucky for us, his surgery took place at Central DuPage Hospital, only a few miles from our house. To say that the kids were fascinated by "Papa's new knee" would be an understatement. They couldn't wait to visit him in the hospital and see the knee in action.
Before we left, we had to make some pictures and a card.
The Patagonia Brigade
Charlotte, along for the ride.
Ready to exit...
We have arrived!
When we walked into the hospital, Ethan, Ellie, and Henry were so confused as to why Papa was not in his bed, as he had been the night before when we visited. They just kept staring at his bed until they realized he was hanging out in the chair, waiting to be released.
"Papa, are you wearing a bracelet?"
My future's so bright!
The kids were enthralled with everything in the hospital room, especially the crutches. And Papa's bandages.
A little too short still.
Trying out Auntie Kristi's rain boots.
Sandwich hug
(not sure where this came from, but they do it everytime they see each other)
The 2 babies!
The kids had the best time visiting Papa in the hospital and the train ride made it all the more sweeter. I hope we don't have to visit him in the hospital again for a very long time, but it was kind of fun. My dad is doing great after his surgery and is hardly in pain. He is walking around almost perfectly and feeling great. Thanks Papa for letting us come visit you; we are so happy you are almost back to chasing us around the yard!
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