I am writing this blog for Carmen as mom's computer seems to have decided it is done.
I want to just take a quick minute to thank Carmen for all she has done. Carmen went up on Tuesday August 4th with Mom and Dad for Mom's pre op. She has stayed around the clock with mom and dad since then, either sleeping on a cot next to mom or in the waiting room with dad one night. She has been home only one night when I was able to be there and off work.I just want to publicly thank her for her constant love and care of mom and dad during this time. Troy and I (and family) love and appreciate you and your time spent there loving them. We are in a different season than we were when mom went through treatment the first time.
Anyway, I just want to thank you sis. We love you. You are doing a wonderful job.
Ok, on to Mom. While she was doing better last night, today prompted new issues. First she ended up with a firestorm of consequences when it was noticed that she had blood in her urine. This triggered a bunch of tests and procedures that mom was miserable through. They never really figured it out but since it was only one time they decided to just watch her for now and stop further procedures and tests.
She gets really sick to her stomach with either something to drink or food in any small degree. She has been getting some conflicting advice about her diet but has decided to follow Dr.Park's advice to go slow and not push it and she will know best what she can tolerate. This seems to indicate that nothing is digesting. Tonight she threw up everything she had taken in for the entire day. It is such a disappointment to her as this could potentially keep her at UWMC and not allow her to transition to Seattle Cancer Care Alliance housing.
They have talked about restarting hydration for her. She gets pain with even a sip of a beverage or a bite to eat. There is speculation that her abdomen has not woken up yet and struggling to function properly after such an extensive surgery.
We covet prayer for her and ask that you pray for her to be pain free, for her abdomen to wake up and for her to be able to eat or drink without pain or repercussions.
Thank you for your love of mom.
It encourages us so much.
With much love,
Kimberly and family
3 comments:
DEAR LADEVA: I CAN'T WAIT TO GET UP IN THE MORNING TO READ THE BLOG FROM THE NITE BEFORE. I JUST DON'T KNOW WHAT TO SAY, EXCEPT YOU ARE SO LOVED, GOD IS GOOD, AND IT WILL ONLY TAKE A DAY FOR THIS WHOLE THING TO TURN AROUND TO THE POSITIVE. WHAT A PRECIOUS FAMILY YOU HAVE! I AM WITH YOU EVERYDAY/NITE IN PRAYER AND THOUGHT. PEGGY
Dear Ladeva,
I'm praying for an END to the pain and nausea..... for new life to envelope every nerve and organ..... for refreshing rest that promotes healing of body, and peace of mind and spirit...... for your WHOLE digestive system to totally accept and process food and water just as God designed it to.... for supernatural wisdom upon everyone of your caregivers... and for supernatural strength for every family member who loves you so.... May His arms of love surround you and His Presence fill your room and your heart.
Love you and miss you
Sylvia
Hi Duckie, I am happy you ae on the 6th floor. It is nice to be around old friends. Somehow you feel safe. For such a good cook, you will not care for the temporary restrictions they will give you. They are saying I might be/am a diabetic. Yikes...do they have any idea how boring that food is. I am sorry that you are having such a rough tme. Bet you cannot wait for clothes that actually cover la butt. Hear you may go directly from the hospital. You know I will help where possible as long as it is not over ten pounds and can get someone to drive me. lololololololololol Senhding so much love to you and your family. We miss you Duckie!
jeanzie
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