Banders,

This is Francesca's husband. She has asked me to come on the board and give all of you an update.

She had her band removed on Monday. There was a bad infection, so it's a damn good thing they caught this problem when they did. She isn't doing so well right now. She's been in a lot of pain since Monday, but they've been giving her heavy doses of morphine. So, she's been in one of three states since the operation: #1: Lucid (but literally moaning from the pain), #2: Completely zoned-out on morphine (but with much less pain), or #3: Asleep (knocked-out, really) on the medication.

I just visited her during my lunch hour. She has been getting regular visits from me, the kids, and her friends -- but she probably is only aware about half the time.

I have to cut this short. She just wanted to give you guys an update.

Take Care,

Dave

Thanks Dave.

We are keeping Francesca in our thoughts right now. Hugs!

Thanks Dave! My thoughts and prayers are with you all right now. Give her big hugs from the gals here on LBT!

OH THanks Dave for giving us an update. I was so worried when we didn't hear anything right away. Thank you again and give her a big ole hug from all of us.

Thanks Dave for giving us the update! Best wishes and huggs.

Dave, please post the name and address of the hospital. I can't take knowing my Sweet lil Betty Boop friend is in pain. How are you holding out?

All my love,

Lis

Thanks Dave for the update. I know she's been in my thoughts and while this isn't the best news, it is so much better than waiting for an update.

Cheers, and take care

Dave, please tell Francesca that Iam thinking of her. Thank you for updating us. I iwll keep her close in my heart and thoughts.

Thanks Dave, I've been thinking about her as well.

Give her lots of hugs!

Thanks so much for the update, Dave. Please share our deepest wishes for quick and complete healing with Francesca. We're sending lots of healthy vibes!!

Dave, please post the name and address of the hospital. I can't take knowing my Sweet lil Betty Boop friend is in pain. How are you holding out?

All my love,

Lis

Thanks for the good wishes, everybody. I've printed out your comments and I'm going to take them to her as soon as I leave work. I know they will cheer her up.

Lisa, here's the info you requested. And as for your question about me... well, like the old Sam & Dave song says: When something is wrong with my baby, something is wrong with me. :think

Thanx for asking.

Trinity Hospital

410 N Taylor St

Weaverville, CA 96093

530-623-5541

She is currently in room 206. She probably wouldn't be up for any calls for at least another day or two...come to think of it, I haven't even seen a phone in that room. But I'll ask the nurse about it tonight.

Dave,

We are so grateful that she is healing... just very slowly. Is the infection what caused her band erosion?

Here is big ((hugs)) to Francesca AND you.

God bless~

I just want to say thanks for being a great guy and posting on this board for Francesca. You are highly esteemed around here for doing that! Please send gentle hugs and best wishes to her, and a prayer for her continued healing. Thanks, Cindy

Sounds like you're a great husband, take care of our friend and wish her well for me too.

Dave, thanks for letting us know how she is doing. I have been thinking about her alot today and praying for her. Give her a big hug and tell her we miss her.

I'm so sorry that she is having such a rough time! I'm keeping you both in my thoughts & prayers here's some hugs from me too ((((HUGS))))!!!!! Thanks for letting us know!

jessiebear.......Jess