So one of the things that Andrew asked Dr. Moritz about today was sleeping pills. He could not sleep at all last night and he was at the end of his rapidly fraying rope. Dr. Moritz decided not to prescribe him anything because of his age. He said that Andrew was too young to be taking anything and that he should really try to sleep without it.
For the past two nights, Matt has been sleeping in the recliner that we have in our room. His rest last night was less than peaceful, but that was due more to the fact that he did not take a percocet, than anything else. Dr. Moritz told him today that he should take the percocet and that he wont get addicted to it and if it helps him get some comfortable sleep than that is what he should do. Thank you Dr. Moritz. Now, why can Matt have something and Andrew can not? Who knows. Andrew is more vulnerable and has a lot of stuff running through his system right now, so I can only guess that there is a concern about layering something else atop all the necessary medications.
While Andrew was here at Jenn’s House this afternoon, he took two naps. The first one he took was in the recliner in our room. He slept about 45 minutes and was feeling good when he woke up. A few hours later, Matt went up for a nap in our room, so we set up Andrew in another bedroom, in a more cushy recliner. He slept for an hour and a half. He felt even better! Are we all on the same page here? Andrew needs a recliner!
The local furniture store, Ashley’s, has a store very close to A&R’s. We started looking around on the internet and pricing various chairs that looked comfortable. Rachelle called the store and asked about prices and delivery and while they had plenty of chairs, they would not be able to deliver tonight. Andrew and Rachelle decided to check it out anyway.
About an hour ago, A & R bought a chair! One that was just right. They explained that Andrew had just had surgery and that they were looking for something to get home tonight. The salesman, Matt (irony, love it), talked to his manager and they gave A&R a really good deal on the chair. They still would not be able to arrange delivery on such short notice, but they would wrap it up well and do whatever they could to help them get it out of the store. Rachelle made a few phone calls and viola! arrangements were made. Jonathan and Jason, Rachelle’s brothers to the rescue. They met them at the store and got that chair home. There is a theme here. Brothers rock**.
I have a philosphy. Ready, cause I just love this philosophy. I think that most people are just waiting to be able to do something good. I think a lot of the worlds focus is on the bad stuff and we find it too easy to forget about the good stuff. I think, that anytime you hand someone the opportunity to do something helpful and good, they’ll take it. People are inherently good when given the chance. It is so amazing. And, the best part is, not only does it benefit the recipient but it benefits the donor. That’s it. I just had to put it out there. The sales guy wanted to do something good (great price), the brothers did something good (speedy delivery) and everyone gets something good in return.
So Goldilocks found his perfect chair and good feelings abound. Who needs Dr. Moritz’s sleeping pills?!?
**Alright sisters. We rock too. There are a lot of sisters reading this blog and you know I love my sisters!!**

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August 20, 2007 at 4:25 pm
Aunt Peggy & Uncle Norm
Yea for recliners! Uncle Norm loves his! I think sometimes more then his bed! It was great to talk to you tonight Andrew! Both you and Matt keep up the good “work”! Love Aunt Peggy & Uncle Norm
August 20, 2007 at 5:19 pm
Aunt Di
Hey, I want a recliner. Think you can work a deal for me.
Frank and Stein, hope you are both faring better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today.
Frank glad to hear that there was some relief in the lower 48, if you know what I mean.
Stein, I’m sooooo very envious of your new purchase. Hope Murph let’s you use it once in a great while.
Rachelle, Sarah and Leen-
Hope you hairs have stayed somewhat their natural color and that stress eating has not become a way of life for all ya’ll the last week, But if it has,
oh well, there’s always next week,
Love to you all,
Aunt Di
August 21, 2007 at 8:09 am
Robin
So I told Murph all about HIS new recliner and he’s so excited to come home and try it out! He misses you all but is very happy that daddy is doing great! I tell him everyday all about what’s going on.
August 21, 2007 at 9:54 am
Mary Ann Angelo
Well it is Tuesday and I am missing my usual chat with you Andrew, your chair looks very empty! We have really enjoyed following your progress on the blog, it sounds like you’re doing great. Dr. No is here, she will be calling you later to talk. Many of the patients are asking how you are doing, everyone is so happy for you. It was great meeting Matt and your incredibly wonderful family. We are still here if there’s anything we can do. We look forward to a visit and are keeping you all in our prayers always. With love from everyone! Mary Ann and Dialysis staff
August 21, 2007 at 6:37 pm
Chris
Mom I just wanted to let you know that the house has burned down, but I was able to save the dryer!
And Rachelle, please give Andrew ample recoup time before you get any wild ideas involving the recliner.
August 23, 2007 at 7:08 am
Aunt Peggy & Uncle Norm
LOL Chris you are funny!
August 25, 2007 at 2:07 pm
Kelly
yea chris you are pretty funny. HAHA