Friday, May 2, 2014

Ladies and gentlemen, we have lift off!

Good morning, all. Happy Friday. Welcome to Ike's blog! I'm his goddaughter and posting this first message since he can't just yet.

It's a truly blessed day— Isaac received two new lungs on 5/1/14 and is recovering well in the ICU at Keck Hospital of USC.


Keck Hospital

1500 San Pablo St.
Los Angeles, CA 90033

He will be checking this blog and posting as soon as he is up to it. So, if you'd like to leave well wishes, please feel encouraged to do so in the comments.


All our love,

Doug, Nancy, Adam & Kate Lentz


18 comments:

  1. Yes - Ike's attitude and determination have been inspirational - I will be thinking about Ike, sending positive warm wishes his way for his speedy recovery - knowing Ike, it will be a speedy recovery - toward his new life without oxygen tanks! cindy idell

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  2. Ike
    Sending love and prayers, and many blessings
    xoxo,
    Kathy Greco

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  3. In the next few weeks Ike will be able to play "hold your breath" with a balloon and win. . .that's just how tough he is.

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  4. Hey Ike! Feel better soon. Many blessings on your head.

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  5. Ike, you bold force of life ! I can't wait to see the look on the nurse's face when you rip the drip out of your arm, push the sheets off your bed and run out to get to the beach at dawn ! You are THE MAN !

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  6. Good morning to all.

    Ike and I spoke last night. I am totally amazed! He sounded like he did twenty years ago. He is feeling extremely well under the circumstances.

    I know he appreciates hearing from all of you. Thanks again for your posts.

    I sent Cheryl the blog address as Ike's phone needs a charge so I am sure we will get an update soon.

    We wish you all the best brother. I'll see you soon!

    Love ya,
    Doug

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    1. That's so wonderful - thanks for letting us know!

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  7. Great to hear Ike is a champion - as usual!

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  8. Happy Motivational Monday Ike! I wonder what things you will accomplish this week? Keep strong and be well. Many blessings on your head.

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  9. Heard your up and walking. You are awesome! Sending love and hugs -
    gentle ones for now!

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  10. Ike is out of ICU, breathing on his own and doing good.

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  11. Ike's sister Peggy here thanking you all for your well wishes and prayers. Ike is doing amazingly well. There's talk of him being released from the hospital late this week.

    Have had computer issues so very late to this though on behalf of our family want to express deep appreciation to Doug and Family and to Cheryl for the fantastic help and support during this time.

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  12. Hi All thanks for all the well wishes. Doing fantastic, they are sending me home on Friday if all is well. Sorry, Not up for visitors till sometime next week. Will post pictures soon. Love you all Ike

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  13. WOW! Amazing! Ike - truly a fighter! This is wonderful news. Keep up the good work and looking forward to seeing you next week. Hugs and kisses and get some rest. Love you.

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  14. They've decided to keep Ike over the weekend due to a small amount of fluid in one of his lungs. He's doing very well though and will likely be released Monday. This will give us time to get the house in order over the weekend. Our mom, Cindy and I will be there with our fabulous cousin Terri and hopeing we'll get to spend some time with Cheryl. Again, thank you all for your thoughts and well-wishes.

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  15. Good morning it is. What a fabulous way to start the day.
    Ike is home and well but tired as .....
    He is resting. His mom and sister are there.
    He sounded great!
    3 CHEERS for Ike. No chest pumps for a while.
    Love you bro.

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  16. Hi all doing great, following the doctor's orders and recovery is good. Thanks for all the well wishes and prayers. Hope to be in touch with you all soon. Lovya all.

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