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Thankfully, Johnny had passed the test of being able to clean up with the help of Dixie and was able to transfer himself fairly well from the wheelchair to the toilet. With a long list of instructions, a bagful of medications and a schedule of appointments for therapy and check-ups, Johnny was pronounced healthy enough to start recovering at the DeSoto’s. Although normally he could have been sent home that morning, after having to be checked over by Doctor Early, Doctor Druthers and both therapists, Roy and Joanne agreed to wait until after lunch so Johnny could take a nap. It also gave Mike Stoker time to recover a bit from his shift so he could come and help with the trip home. When they were finally on the way out of the hospital,†¦show more content†¦Ã¢â‚¬Å"His wife will be by to drop off Chris soon after and to pick him up.† â€Å"It’ll be fine. He’s like a dad to everyone who works for him,† Joanne reassured John. â€Å"Now, how about we get you in the car?† Nodding, Johnny allowed Mike and Roy to help him stand up before walking a couple of feet to the car. Turning slightly, Roy and Mike gently set him down and watched as Johnny slowly moved his feet behind the driver’s car. Closing the door behind their friend, Mike went around the other side while Roy went to help Joanne get the wheelchair, walker and suitcases into the truck of their car. â€Å"Johnny?† Mike cautiously asked, seeing his eyes were closing. â€Å"Hmmm?† â€Å"You need to buckle up yet before we can get going.† â€Å"Huh?† Johnny was confused. What does he mean by that? I have pajama pants on†¦no buckle on. Seeing the confused look, Mike slowly reached over and took the seat belt and explained what he was doing. As he was finishing, Roy and Jo slipped into the car, asking if everyone was all set. Assuring them that he and John were, Mike kept an eye on Johnny as they made their way to the DeSoto’s home. Although Mike would have bet Johnny would have fallen asleep, the sights kept him wide awake. â€Å"Whoa,† John breathed out as the passed high rises and buildings he had never before seen. â€Å"Huge!† Turning into the residential area they lived in, Roy heard Johnny suck in his breath. When they finally arrived at the