Heading Home Tomorrow!

TJ passed all the last checks at the hospital today and was given an updated "Fit to Fly" form so we will be on our way EARLY tomorrow morning. The hotel has arranged a car (at 3:30 am!) and expedited transport through customs and check- in. Also wheelchair transport through airports. For someone who likes to fly "below the radar" this will be interesting. TJ is feeling remarkably well as he was extubated only one week ago. Still tired and coughing a lot. His chest x-ray today showed some limited diffusion in the right lower lobe and the left was totally clear.

We brought some gifts to the staff today which RG personnel in Chiang Mai put together for us. They included some literature in Thai. The nursing staff seemed very excited about the gifts and told TJ that he was a "good patient" and different than what they usually deal with. We have been praying for illumination for the staff and doctors through this experience.

Jon is driving the final 300 miles to Oakdale after unloading in Knoxville. He is really beat so please pray him home safely!

Staying a few days to get some rest was the right thing to do. The trip tomorrow is tiring when one is feeling well. Please pray that TJ's stamina holds up and all goes well tomorrow. We just finished dinner and will head to bed early. Chip is out trying to do one more deal on a copy watch.

To God be the glory!

We are grateful beyond what words can adequately express for all of you!

Much love.

MA