Dad Fell, Brok Hip in Dublin

[one...two...tree 2,762]

Hey, no condolences necessary, I wasn't the one who fell but I thought I'd share what happened...

My parents have been traveling to Ireland every summer for the past several years (they both now have dual citizenship). Anyhow, they thought that last year was going to be their final trip (my Dad will be turning 80 in Dec.), but they decided to go again and left last Thursday from Phoenix. I got a call on Saturday from my mom, who was really upset because she'd been up all night with my dad at the hospital after he just lost his balance and fell while dragging his suitcase. Luckily, Jinky's sister, who is an RN, and brother-in-law drove to the hospital and brought her home to stay with them.

Sunday morning, my dad had complete hip replacement and last information is that he's already up on his feet, but he'll need 2 weeks of physical therapy.

It wasn't exactly what they were planning, but I'm glad that Jinky's family was there for them and that it happened in Dublin rather than London, where they usually first fly to.

It also makes me think of how fragile we are...or get as we advance in age.

[almaty 19]

wow, i hope your dad has a speedy recovery

[chri'stina 190]

I hope your dad's physical therapy goes well. I have a feeling he will do good! If he's energetic enough to travel like that, he must be in pretty good shape.

[no name 1]

xoxo Steven.

[Nagishkaw 510]

Sorry to hear about your dad, Steven. I wish him a full and speedy recovery.

[Ban Hammer 13,337]

i hope he has a speedy recovery steven

[sunandmoon 450]

same thing happened to my dad about 5 months ago. wishing your dad wishing a speedy recovery...

[Jasman0717 9]

Wow, glad to hear he is doing well. I had a friend that was on vacation in the Caribbean where he fell while walking to an Internet cafe and the outcome was tragic.

[LuzyC 0]

I am so sorry about your father bro...here's praying for his speedy,painless recovery!

Glad to hear that Jinky's family is there for help and support!.

[one...two...tree 2,762]

I am so sorry about your father bro...here's praying for his speedy,painless recovery!

Glad to hear that Jinky's family is there for help and support!.

Here's a pic of sis and her fiance (whose name is also Gary ).

...and here's a pic of my Dad.

[almaty 19]

your dad is a fine looking gentleman..i am sure he is proud of how his son turn out...i am sure he be frisky as ever..my dad had his 2nd knee replacement at age 80 and is frisky and ornery as ever...

[one...two...tree 2,762]

your dad is a fine looking gentleman..i am sure he is proud of how his son turn out...i am sure he be frisky as ever..my dad had his 2nd knee replacement at age 80 and is frisky and ornery as ever...

hehehe...thanks, brother...but my Dad's not much a ladies' man. Hopefully, his physical therapist will spark his interest.

Maybe something like this...

[almaty 19]

your dad is a fine looking gentleman..i am sure he is proud of how his son turn out...i am sure he be frisky as ever..my dad had his 2nd knee replacement at age 80 and is frisky and ornery as ever...

hehehe...thanks, brother...but my Dad's not much a ladies' man. Hopefully, his physical therapist will spark his interest.

Maybe something like this...

...you know if you dad as here with me..he would agree..that young lady needs a spanking

[one...two...tree 2,762]

your dad is a fine looking gentleman..i am sure he is proud of how his son turn out...i am sure he be frisky as ever..my dad had his 2nd knee replacement at age 80 and is frisky and ornery as ever...

hehehe...thanks, brother...but my Dad's not much a ladies' man. Hopefully, his physical therapist will spark his interest.

Maybe something like this...

...you know if you dad as here with me..he would agree..that young lady needs a spanking

LOL...Amen, brother. He was a straight shooter when we were kids...never once saw him gawk at another woman, but... when he found my older brother's Penthouse calendar he said he had to flip through it to see whether it was really bad or not... Ah, I used to think he was perfect until I was about 9 and I heard him yell the word, jackass to my older brother. I was shattered.

[almaty 19]

your dad is a fine looking gentleman..i am sure he is proud of how his son turn out...i am sure he be frisky as ever..my dad had his 2nd knee replacement at age 80 and is frisky and ornery as ever...

hehehe...thanks, brother...but my Dad's not much a ladies' man. Hopefully, his physical therapist will spark his interest.

Maybe something like this...

...you know if you dad as here with me..he would agree..that young lady needs a spanking

LOL...Amen, brother. He was a straight shooter when we were kids...never once saw him gawk at another woman, but... when he found my older brother's Penthouse calendar he said he had to flip through it to see whether it was really bad or not... Ah, I used to think he was perfect until I was about 9 and I heard him yell the word, jackass to my older brother. I was shattered.

your dad was a good role model for values..and walk the walk and not just talk..my respect for him has grown..but i still think if i had that frisky nurse bent over he swat her a good one