Monthly Archives: October 2011

1 year anniversary

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Betsy

Many things have gone through my head today on the anniversary of the fire that sent Don to the University of Colorado Hospital Burn ICU.  One has been the time and order in which everything happened.  I went back to … Continue reading →

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Hand surgeon meeting

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Betsy

We met with the hand surgeon today about Don’s pinkies and the contracture on his right palm.  His left pinkie in particular is curled over pretty badly and he can’t come close to straightening it.  His right pinkie isn’t quite … Continue reading →

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Burn Survivors’ meeting

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Betsy

Last week we went to the September SOAR (Survivors Offering Assistance in Recovery) burn survivors’ meeting at the University of Colorado Hospital outpatient building.  The meetings are run by the hospital burn unit’s psychologist and are basically a round-table where … Continue reading →

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Graduation

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Betsy

It was great to see everyone in Thursday’s Burn Clinic appointment.  Don’s surgeon wasn’t able to make it but Dr. G (rehab) and Nurse Julie were there.  They really couldn’t believe how great Don’s skin looks now.  We talked about … Continue reading →

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