Hey everyone, how are you doing? I am doing well. I got to go home again Sunday. It was great for a change of pace. Everyone is doing excellent. I am feeling great and getting stronger by the day 
. I am hoping to be home in 2-3 weeks. I have a few more obstacles that I have to overcome before Amy will let me come back to "her house". So for now I will stay in my wonderful room at the "old folks home" 
Thanks again for all your continued support. Love, Joe
Love your sense of humor! So happy for you and your family that your recovery is going so well! Chad and I were talking about your journey the other day and Cade chimed in "I would like to see Jake's daddy, he's a really, really nice guy!" That said, just proves how many lives you have been a positive influence on, young and old (including those you beat at your various "games" at the old folks home) Please keep posting your updates and we look forward to seeing you back in the neighborhood. Let us know how we can help :)
Posted by: Dawn Cory | 02/17/2010 at 04:05 AM
Joey; You probabl don't remember me, Wendy's Aunt Cathy. You are truly the strongest guy I know. I have been following your progress and am brought to tears so often. What you have been through, most people would have given up. You are one of the nicest guys I've ever met. I wish you nothing but the best, you deserve it. As far as "the old folks home" Hang in there, I can just imagine how your brighten the days of those around you. Best to you and your family. Cathy Frantz
Posted by: Cathy Frantz | 02/17/2010 at 05:39 AM
Great news Joe! Is that a picture Newman?
Posted by: Tuck Aleechi | 02/17/2010 at 06:25 AM
Joe, great news get well and hope your back at Amy's home soon.
Posted by: Joe Schmidt | 02/17/2010 at 04:32 PM
HUGE! Bet You've got Voit gym shoes on in that picture.
Posted by: Jim Voit | 02/17/2010 at 05:43 PM
Great news! Dude, I loved what you did with your wheelchair. You are seriously getting creative with the pictures.
Posted by: Jeff Faison | 02/17/2010 at 07:24 PM
Joey - All of this is great news! I'm so glad you have made so much progress. Can't wait to see you!! Kara
Posted by: Kara Gonzalez (Pommerenke) | 02/18/2010 at 11:29 AM
Joe, Loved the custom wheelchair! I really liked the rifle on the side. I think that Faison liked it too. You are now an honorary rifleman! When you feel better, we can go bust off some rounds. I hope your excellent progress continues.
Posted by: Steven Goldenberg | 02/18/2010 at 05:18 PM
Joe - Great to see your humor is back. Keep up the progress!
Posted by: Bam Bulance | 02/18/2010 at 05:51 PM
so glad that you are able to visit "amys house" every now and then !!! if you are a good boy you might be able to move in !!!!!!!!!!anyway--as usual, you, amy. katie,jake and your family, are in our thoughts and prayers--sandi and tom o'rourke
Posted by: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1511006758 | 02/18/2010 at 05:59 PM
Hey Joe!!! You had me laughing out loud with the red wheel chair and the jail cell picture!! It is so unbelievable how far you have come from the early days of Lutheran SICU. Obviously, you are meant to be here and we are all thankful that you are! Hang in there at the rehab center and try not to hit on too many old ladies :) It is great to hear you have been able to have some mini escapes to your house and before ya know it the nursing home will be a distant past...
Keep getting stronger Joe and keep up the humor! :)
Posted by: Shannon Nelson | 02/18/2010 at 06:04 PM
You are TOO funny Joey!!! Keep up the great sense of humor. You are such an inspiration. Can't wait to visit you soon.
Dave & Ludin
Posted by: The Dornseif Family | 02/19/2010 at 08:43 AM
Joey...hope you got the cookies!we are always thinking about you. Looks like you are in good spirits and will be home in no time. I love reading your posts. You are so funny!!! Take care of yourself. Hugs and kisses
Jodie Hogan
Posted by: Jodie Sletteland Hogan | 02/20/2010 at 10:08 AM