Well good news I think??
Just talked to my Dad tonight. He was at the hospital today talked to the Dr. and Mom might get to come home by Sunday. Yeah that is my birthday! She developed a blood clot in the calf on the right leg and she started swelling up. They took her for an ultrasound and seen the suspected blood clot. She was started on Coumadin and the swelling started going down the next day. Today was day 2 of Coumadin, not as much swelling my Dad said. She is being a picky eater and the Dr. told her she has to start eating better to get stronger.
My Dad has decided that he wants to take care of her at home for her last days. We don't know when that will be, but Dad is tired of seeing her in pain and them poking, and moving her all around. He calls it beating her up. My Dad hates nursing homes and does not want her or himself in one. So he decided yesterday he was going to get a nurse to come to the house and a hospital bed and commode set up for her comfort at home. My brother and I don't think he can handle her by himself like he thinks. But you know he has had her around for 61 years and it is hard for him to let go! I can't help but keep thinking of the movie The Notebook here. I have a DVD of it but can't bring myself to watch it right now because I don't want to bawl like a baby! I have done enough of that the last couple of days!!! So who are we to tell him he can't do what he wants to do!!! Besides he turned 81 yesterday and he's my Dad!
So keep the prayers coming and thank you again for everything it means alot!!! Some days I just couldn't put anything on the blog because I would be crying and couldn't see to post! So again thanks for all the kind words and prayers. I will keep you all updated as I can.
Hugs Terri
4 comments:
Terri, watching your parents age is one of the hardest things there is to do. Just know we are there for you if you need anything. djw
Terri,
I hope things continue to get improve and God gives your Dad all the strength and guidance he needs to watch over and care for your Mother.
Hugs,
Betty
So glad your mom gets to come home. You may see additional improvement when she gets to her normal surroundings. It's such a nice b'day gift for your mom to be home.
Deb H
Just want you to know that I am thinking of you. I know that God will help your Dad to give your mom all the care and comfort that she needs. I only wish everyone could have such a long and strong love as theirs. That in itself is truly a blessing! Love ya!
Ivana
Post a Comment