Where Joy and Wayne Hang Out

Dear Friends and Family,

We thought you would like to see some pictures where Joy and Wayne spend their days. The picture of the top is what is known as Duke South. That is where most of her doctors appointments take place. The one below this is the front of the main hospital. We all have spent many days and nights walking through those revolving doors. Joy was on the third floor in the tall building to the right. She had a great view of the picnic area. Don't think she ever got to see it, but I can vouch for the fact it was very nice. I wanted to give Wayne the night off, so Catherine will be presenting the nightly blog posting. I know I do not write nearly as well as him, so I promise not to keep him from his duties for too long. Joy's day was not quite as good as yesterday. She had a headache most of the day and also experienced what we call quite a bit of "productive coughing." Translation: When they do a lung transplant, most if not all the nerves are cut eliminating ones ability to cough. You have to re-learn how to do that. Although the coughing can be contributed to her illness, it is a really good thing that she is able to do this. Overall she has some general fatigue, but was handling all her medications very well. There was no news on the type of strain that she has and is expected to stay in the hospital a few more days. The temperature in Raleigh has been about 105 with a heat index of about 112. Y'all stay cool down there, ya hear!!!! Well that is about it for today. Thank you for tuning in to Words Of Joy From Duke. Until next time, y'all stay cool where ever you are and GOD BLESS. Catherine

P.S. Call me silly, but I have found if I click on the picture, they will open up bigger in another window.