Betty was in good spirits when we spoke this morning (8am NZ = 3pm Cusco). They've had a few visitors which has been nice for them - one of their rescuers has visited them, and a lady from New York that was in another taxi has been in touch with them, and also they've been contacted by the NZ Consulate, which is reassuring for them. There are quite a few nurses and doctors at the clinic who speak relatively good English, and one nurse in particular is wonderful and really goes out of her way to look after them.
They are finding that the food is not quite what they are used to and getting a cuppa is like pulling teeth - really hard! One in the morning for breakfast and that's it! But they are very very grateful for everything they receive.
Betty is feeling really good, but is still on pain killers (3 broken ribs). After starting off in quite a serious condition, things are looking up for Jim, although he is still on oxygen and still has the drain from his lung. They are going to have another look at his arm and hopefully decide what to do with it. There is quite a gouge in it. Bruises are now starting to show up!
Jim's sister Keri and her husband Dermott, who are also travelling at the moment, will be visiting them on Saturday for 2 nights so they are really looking forward to that.
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Thank you so much for this site to allow us follow Uncle Jim and Aunty Betty's progress. It is so hard to feel so helpless so far away. It is reassuring to hear that they are making progress - even if it is slow. Thank you for all upcoming updates. Hugs and lots of love for them both!!! Lisa :)
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