* I received some really good news via e-mail early this afternoon from Randi Belisomo Hernandez, who is Carlos Hernandez Gomez’s wife…
Rich,
Wanted to let you know your blog post on Capitol Fax was the best thing that’s happened for Carlos in a long time, other than his cancer being removed!!!!!
Just read him all the messages and it made him feel so good.
We expect to be out of intensive care tomorrow, and in the hospital another 10-12 days or so. The doctors say he’s doing great, except for all the questions he keeps asking everyone!!
He never stops.
Thanks so much for being such a friend,
Randi
The power of positive thought never ceases to amaze me.
I replied that I’d like her permission to post her e-mail on the blog and she got back to me a few minutes ago, along with this…
Carlos is in a room now….though they told us they expected him to be in ICU thru tomorrow!
He’s doing so great though they moved the process along ahead of schedule…..but I believe a gang war in Milwaukee aided that.
Shooting victims needed the ICU space……rough crowd around here!
Randi
Heh.
* If you would like to send Carlos a card, check out Judie Garcia’s post on Carlos’ FaceBook page…
Carlos is out of ICU — 3 North Tower, Bed 7 [Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital, 9200 W Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53226-3596]
His family is with him but Carlitos still cannot have outside visitors but he’s doing well.
- P. - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 4:43 pm:
Feel better buddy.
- Niles Township - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 4:46 pm:
Get well soon Carlos. Our thoughts are with you.
- Third Generation Chicago Native - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 4:56 pm:
Rich thanks for the update!
Carlos I am glad that you are doing well, all the best wishes that you are back on your feet soon and going after our Pols for answers, they are getting a respite while you are up North.
- babs - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 5:01 pm:
Come on Carlos, get out that cheesehead area. You are needed much more around this town anyway. Fight on!
Barb
- Aviva - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 5:07 pm:
Atta boy, Carlos. Missed doing a press conference this morning without you, so come on back soon.
- Tom B. - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 5:09 pm:
Great news!
- thom - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 5:10 pm:
Carlos,
We love you. Many, many prayers are flowing your way. I grew up in Milwaukee, it is a tough city, but you’re one hell of tough guy - peace and love my brother. (your seat at the table is there when come home)
- Zora - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 5:12 pm:
Carlos, I’ve always appreciated your thoughtful reporting on WBEZ and spot-on comments on Chicago Tonight — you think deep and on your feet at the same time, an enviable gift.
And ever the reporter, you got all these media luminaries and political honchos to reveal themselves by name on Cap Fax! Who knew so many of them followed the blog so closely? Rich owes you for a great string of comments and so do all of us for a terrific body of work. Best wishes for a strong recovery.
- Tom - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 5:26 pm:
I was debating between sending a card and orchestrating a Milwaukee gang war. Looks like I made the right choice. Keep it up, Carlos and Randi!!!
- Patrick McDonough - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 5:56 pm:
Have a laugh, it is good medicine, your pal pat! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEWml3t8mCo
- Responsa - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 6:12 pm:
Rich, it is very much appreciated that you made it possible for so many of Carlos’ fans to “get in to see him” so soon after his surgery. I know many of us would have had no idea how to get updates, or how to contact him with well wishes had you not opened up the special blog threads on Capitol Fax. Thanks Rich, and keep surprising everybody there at the hospital Carlos!
- Anonymous - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 6:37 pm:
Awwwww…look at those smiles!!! Told ya. Just keep believing. Never stop believing.
Smiles and hugs
- Amalia - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 7:15 pm:
good steps on the recovery road, Carlos! look out Milwaukee….smart reporters in town who battle
cancer but will surely spot a story if anything is
amiss in your city! what a cute picture of you two!
- Anonymous45 - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 8:20 pm:
The best news I’ve read on CapFax in a long time…
Buena suerte y vaya con Dios…
- Ramsn - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 8:42 pm:
One of the good guys. Glad to know you’ll be back in our corner.
- Pot calling kettle - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 9:04 pm:
Get back on the beat! I’m an NPR addict and expect to be hearing your byline sometime soon.
Best wishes.
- wordslinger - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 9:08 pm:
God bless you, brother. Nothing is impossible with courage, friends and a good woman.
- Rep. Mendoza - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 9:46 pm:
Rich…don’t know how I missed that Carlos was so sick (my bad…seriously). Thanks for the update…very cool of you.
Carlos, get well soon big guy! I’m totally sending you the best vibes I can muster up for you and just know that I wish you a very very verrrrrrry speedy and FULL recovery!
- Shore - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 9:51 pm:
class move to do this and even classier to have the pols wish him well. I hope his bosses noted it.
- Boone Logan Square - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 10:10 pm:
Carlos, glad to see you on the other side of the scalpel. Get plenty of rest and here’s to a full and timely recovery.
- Suburban Republican - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 10:34 pm:
Get well soon Carlos.
The enthusiasm you have for politics has always been evident in your television appearances and it makes you one of the better pundits to watch. Hope to see you back on tv soon!
- BGA Dave - Tuesday, Sep 1, 09 @ 10:47 pm:
Rich,
Thanks for facilitating this lifeline to our friend Carlos.
Carlito, hang in there buddy. And try to remember not to ask the docs and nurses all those nasty probing questions you like so much. They’re not your favorite alderman and they simply have your life in their hands.
Ever since you told me about what was to happen yesterday, I’ve been trying to send good vibes your way. You’re a great journalist and really cool guy. We need you back here on the job soon! My thoughts and prayers are with you buddy. Get well soon.
Dave
- Jennifer Koehler - Wednesday, Sep 2, 09 @ 12:19 am:
Carlos:
Today should have been a hot county news day that instead was bland and boring without even the mere *possibility* of one of your Oscar-worthy county official impersonations (I won’t say which is my favorite). Come on, bring it back — we need you!
- MrJM - Wednesday, Sep 2, 09 @ 9:00 am:
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