Bill Young improving

Phillip G · August 12, 2013, 10:59:33 AM

a message from a good friend of Bill Young, Don Bonar

8/11/13

Just finished a conversation with Jenny (11:59 AM)....

Bill shows some improvement and is back breathing on his own, alert and can communicate in some form. She reports he is now complaining about lack of food and the temp in the ICU room... sounds like improvement to me!

They have also spotted a blockage on the small intestine and will do more scans plus introduce a trial of semi-solid foods to determine if his body can absorb in that form. Until now all food has come via inter-envious feedings.

Pancreas still not functioning normally but "calmer" that previously observed.

Jenny seems (as usual) calm and strong... says she is eating/sleeping well and got out of the hospital Sat to mow yards, shop and rest. Solid as a rock.

I'll continue to pass along any new info as I receive. Keep those positive thoughts rolling.

Don B.

Wonderful news !
keep them on the track

phillip g

mowog1 · August 12, 2013, 02:53:20 PM

This is fantastic news....thank you for sharing.

psmg · August 12, 2013, 03:06:49 PM

I check this Forum frequently every day. Recently it's been to check on Bill's condition. Mary and I appreciate everyone's posts . Thanks to all . Hopefully all our prayers will be answered. Hang in there Bill and Jen

BMC · August 14, 2013, 01:20:38 AM

I've been out for a while. A shock to read about Bill's health. I wish him well and He'll be in my thoughts and Prayers and hope to hear from him soon here.

-BMC.

Moderator · August 16, 2013, 07:14:13 PM

I've received another update from Jennie (via Don) and again it's GOOD news!

Bill is regaining strength. Today he was able to eat solid foods - chicken, veggies, and mashed potatoes - and he was also able to sit up and dangle his feet over the side of his bed. He's still in ICU and of course he still has pancreatic cancer, but his spirits are improving with his strength and energy level.

Keep Bill and Jennie in your thoughts.

DiDueColpi · August 16, 2013, 08:08:31 PM

That's just so good to hear.
Positive thought is a powerful thing.
Enough of it can pull you through just about anything.
You are constantly on our minds.
Cheers
Fred and the lovely Lynne.

mowog1 · August 17, 2013, 12:51:16 AM

Woot!

mowog1 · August 20, 2013, 09:46:52 PM

This in from Jenny today (8/20).....things are definitely looking up!
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Jenny Gluckman McCracken

Still shopping-today Bill Young sent me to look at paint, carpet and blinds for the man cave. It's not safe to leave his laptop with him. I'd be getting deliveries every day.

RMO 699F · August 21, 2013, 09:17:46 AM

"It's not safe to leave his laptop with him. I'd be getting deliveries every day."

Home delivery from UPS and FedEx is a sure sign of recovery haha!!

74ls1tr6 · August 21, 2013, 02:45:10 PM

That's awesome news..get man cave done too!

mowog1 · August 30, 2013, 01:27:15 PM

Today's news (8/30).... !!!!!

"Came back from a whirlwind trip to Kansas city to find Bill Young out of his ICU bed and in a step down unit. He has talked to rehab folks already and looking forward to that in a few weeks. Yay!" - Jenny.

rficalora · August 30, 2013, 07:14:17 PM

More great news... keep it coming!!

lawnvett · August 30, 2013, 09:18:50 PM

Bill,

Just in case you read this, just want you to know we are all keeping you in our thoughts and wishing you the very best!

PJ

Richl705 · August 30, 2013, 09:48:30 PM

Bill,
Hang tough. Glad things are turning around.
Richard

Moderator · September 12, 2013, 01:52:31 PM

(update from Jennie via Don Bonar)
As of September 12:

Bill moved from the ICU to a rehab facility this past Monday. He is walking every day, slowly and with the aid of a walker. Bill's appetite is good, his mental condition is strong and clear, and his spirits are high! If you'd like to send Bill a personal message, a written note to his home is best. Jennie will deliver the mail. Bill doesn't currently have access to his laptop, and there will be a mountain of unread e-mail to sort out when he does get to it. He'd like to hear from you, but don't expect an immediate reply.

His address is:
Bill Young
357 S. Anderson
Kechi, KS 67067

(edited to correct the spelling of Bill's town, "Kechi")

DiDueColpi · September 12, 2013, 03:59:04 PM

Thanks Curtis,
I wanted to inquire about Bill but I figured news would come in as it's available. And it has.
Will send a note to Bill tonight.
So glad to hear that he's getting stronger.
Thanks again
Cheers
Fred

lawnvett · September 12, 2013, 11:13:44 PM

card sent

mowog1 · September 20, 2013, 11:07:50 AM

Posted this morning (9/20) on Facebook by Jenny:

"After more than two and a half months Bill Young is coming home on Tuesday. Thank you all for the amazing love and support!"

This is GREAT news!!!

Welcome home, Lumberjack!

MGBV8 · September 20, 2013, 04:52:33 PM

YES, IT IS!!

Bill Young · September 21, 2013, 01:25:24 PM

This is my first time back online and I'm truely touched by the comments and support. I'm still in rehab but will be going home on Tuesday. Still a lot of recovery to do but I plan on being back on the projects as soon as possible.

lawnvett · September 21, 2013, 01:59:49 PM

Bill,

It's so good to see you posting again!!

kstevusa · September 21, 2013, 05:23:00 PM

Bill, GREAT to hear you are on the mend!

BlownMGB-V8 · September 22, 2013, 10:28:58 PM

ALLRIGHT LUMBERJACK!!

rficalora · September 23, 2013, 12:24:23 AM

Welcome back Bill!

Dan B · September 23, 2013, 08:34:22 AM

Great to see you posting again, Bill, and it is great to know you will be headed home tomorrow. Maybe we will be seeing more of your posts soon?