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Colleen Passes Through PA

8/18/2016

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Madeline and Jim welcomed the first visitor to their temporary home in Pittsburgh this week when their daughter, Colleen, flew out from Rhode Island. Here are a few quick highlights and observations from her trip:

  • Days in Pittsburgh are full of reading, looking online and… waiting. Although this week, the Olympics have provided a nice distraction and are usually on in the background.

  • Aside from bi-weekly rehab sessions, occasional lunch trips get Mad and Jim out of the house, and have provided a great opportunity for them to show Colleen around the Pittsburgh area. In a few short weeks, Jim has gotten to know his way around pretty well! He points out "his" Rite-Aid, "her" CVS and "their" restaurants as they tour the area.

  • Madeline is getting out much more than she has in the last few months. Partially because Jim is around and working “from home” as opposed to being in the office most days, and partially because it’s easier to get to and from the car than it is at their house in RI. It’s also a convenient excuse to just get out, enjoy the fresh air and break up the monotony of waiting.

  • Madeline is still making friends everywhere she goes! She calls the respiratory therapists her friends and has shared little details about each of them with Colleen. (Maybe we’ll introduce her new friends in another blog post) She and the other patients greet each other by name and with a smile.

  • Overall, Madeline and Jim have settled into their new normal fairly quickly. Jim works in the mornings while Madeline reads her Kindle, checks Facebook and catches up on messages from friends (keep them coming!).

  • Tomorrow, Madeline and Jim will be going out to dinner to take advantage of Pittsburgh Restaurant week and celebrate their 44th anniversary.
21 Comments
Melissa McQueeney
8/18/2016 10:05:29 am

Madeline....I LOVE your haircut..you may feel lousy but you look wonderful! It's that positive attitude I'm sure. Prayers continue and so glad Colleen is there right now, before another school year starts.

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Madeline
8/18/2016 03:22:39 pm

Thanks, Melissa! Keeping the hair short, low maintenance!! Having fun with our beautiful daughter in Pittsburgh!! Hope you're doing well!

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Paula Pomfret
8/18/2016 10:31:05 am

Thinking of you all the time. You are on our prayer list t our church.

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Madeline
8/18/2016 03:24:24 pm

Thanks, Cuz!! Love Ya!!

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Carol Lennon
8/18/2016 10:55:24 am

Madeline, as people have told you you look wonderful. Always smiling. That's a good thing to always think positive. Tom says hello.

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Madeline
8/18/2016 03:26:19 pm

Thanks for the kind words, Carol! "Hi" to Tom! Hope you both are doing well.

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Martha Badigian
8/18/2016 11:07:46 am

I wanted to recommend an amazing restaurant called Altius, which is located at the top of the Duquesne Incline- it is a view of the whole city from the windows. My daughter was in Pittsburgh last year and we went one night. It is an unforgettable dinner! Sending prayers, wishing you well (I work with Colleen).

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Madeline
8/18/2016 03:30:01 pm

Thanks, Martha! Hope we get a chance to try Altius! Thanks for the prayers and well wishes. Have a wonderful school year!

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Lynn Zilly
8/18/2016 01:24:24 pm

Your looking great. Keep getting out and explore your new city.

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Madeline
8/18/2016 03:33:34 pm

Thanks, Lynn! Getting out here is easier than getting out at home. We are blessed with wonderful family who have opened their beautiful home to us. Say "Hi" to your Mom!

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Marion Gaudioso
8/18/2016 01:48:01 pm

Hi Maddy. Dan and I think of you and Jim often. Always checking in with Marylee about your progress . Take care of yourself and we will see you when you get home. God Bless.

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Madeline
8/18/2016 03:35:56 pm

Thanks, Marion! So kind of you! Looking forward to getting together with you & Dan after new lungs!!

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Florence
8/18/2016 02:13:18 pm

Been praying for you everyday for you. I hope God grants you what you deserve. xxoo God bless you Flo

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Madeline
8/18/2016 03:37:04 pm

Thanks for the thoughts and prayers, Flo!

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Liz Wegner
8/18/2016 04:03:33 pm

Hi pretty ladies!! So glad you are together!! Thanks for the updates. And happy anniversary!!

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Colleen
8/18/2016 09:55:26 pm

Thanks, Liz! It has been great to spend some time with them and get to see how things are going in Pittsburgh!

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Madeline
8/22/2016 12:39:31 pm

Thanks, Liz! We enjoyed Colleen's visit. Love the picture of you and your girls getting pedicures. Great way to celebrate a birthday!

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Diana Murphy
8/18/2016 08:17:10 pm

Hi Mad, Christi checked with her brother. He's on vacation now,but will get back to her when he gets back. He lives in the city . He Chef's at his dad's restaurant ,but should have a few suggestions for you. Love and prayers to both you and Jim. Pat& Diana

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Madeline
8/22/2016 12:40:59 pm

Thanks, Diane!

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Carolyn Plante
9/22/2016 03:47:01 pm

Dear Madeline,
You may not remember me, I lived at the Polo Club, Barbara Maroney was my best friends, I would see you around town with Barbara. I am wishing you the best, I have a close friend that has had a double lung transplant, success! I am sure Barbara is looking down on you with love. I am also Tender and Tom Boyle's neighbor now. All the best to you, hang in there. carolyn Plante

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