Guess my stomach was jealous of Barbara's, so I've spent time being sick. I'm hoping that this all clears by time to leave for the retreat. Please keep me in your prayers on this.
For the most part, I'm pleased with the care Barbara is getting at St. Mary's. Unfortunately, last night she had a couple aids who were very hateful towards her, complaining every time Barbara called them. It's not like Barbara asked to be in this position. We will definitely deal with this situation.
Otherwise, she has had some outstanding nurses.
The room she is in is really deluxe, too. The new section at St. Mary's has some really nice rooms.
Please pray that Barbara's kidney infection will heal, and that the stomach issues will be resolved soon.
Thankfully, I'm feeling better tonight, but I have a knockdown headache.
Saturday, March 24, 2007
Thursday, March 22, 2007
March 22 - The World Tour Continues
We continue our fabulous world tour of all the hospitals of Northwest Indiana.
After several days of doing better, Barbara starting "getting sick" again this morning. Throughout the day she'd been running a fever. Finally the decision was made to take her to the hospital.
We made our way to the emergency room of St. Mary's Hospital in Hobart. If you're keeping score at home, this makes care facility #5. Not a match, the board goes back.
They determined that she has a very bad kidney infection, and she's dehydrated (no big surprise there). So, she has been admitted and will probably be there for at least a few days. Hopefully we can get this stomach issue resolved once and for all. This has been one of the biggest unsolved mysteries since Barbara began recovering. It's hard telling how long she had this infection, but they say it would explain the puking.
It's been a big ol long ol day, and daddy's tired. Just remember to pray that this kidney infection will clear quickly.
After several days of doing better, Barbara starting "getting sick" again this morning. Throughout the day she'd been running a fever. Finally the decision was made to take her to the hospital.
We made our way to the emergency room of St. Mary's Hospital in Hobart. If you're keeping score at home, this makes care facility #5. Not a match, the board goes back.
They determined that she has a very bad kidney infection, and she's dehydrated (no big surprise there). So, she has been admitted and will probably be there for at least a few days. Hopefully we can get this stomach issue resolved once and for all. This has been one of the biggest unsolved mysteries since Barbara began recovering. It's hard telling how long she had this infection, but they say it would explain the puking.
It's been a big ol long ol day, and daddy's tired. Just remember to pray that this kidney infection will clear quickly.
Wednesday, March 21, 2007
March 21
Good health care makes a difference. Big prayers make an even bigger difference. Early on in this thing, I challenged you and all the folks at GFM to pray BIG prayers. Please continue to pray these prayers for us, because we've seen answers that have truly inspired us.
Barbara continues to link days together without, uh, yawning in Technicolor. She has yet to begin trying to eat again, but she is drinking water. Good health care. Big prayers.
She continues to crochet, and has become much more optimistic. Her smile is back as well. Yesterday we were surprised by a visit from her Aunt Ruby and Uncle John (her mom's sister and brother).
Tomorrow afternoon we'll have a care plan meeting to figure out how things will progress in the days ahead, and to set up plans for returning home.
I will be attending the upcoming pastor/spouse retreat, and Barbara really wishes she could go. But she agrees that this retreat will be good for me spiritually and emotionally as I prepare for the difficult job of home care in the weeks ahead. Her mom will be house sitting and keeping an eye on Barbara for me.
Barbara continues to link days together without, uh, yawning in Technicolor. She has yet to begin trying to eat again, but she is drinking water. Good health care. Big prayers.
She continues to crochet, and has become much more optimistic. Her smile is back as well. Yesterday we were surprised by a visit from her Aunt Ruby and Uncle John (her mom's sister and brother).
Tomorrow afternoon we'll have a care plan meeting to figure out how things will progress in the days ahead, and to set up plans for returning home.
I will be attending the upcoming pastor/spouse retreat, and Barbara really wishes she could go. But she agrees that this retreat will be good for me spiritually and emotionally as I prepare for the difficult job of home care in the weeks ahead. Her mom will be house sitting and keeping an eye on Barbara for me.
Monday, March 19, 2007
March 19
Thank you for your ongoing prayers... they truly make a difference. Today was a much better day for Barbara. They're trying a different feeding technique, and she didn't urp up anything today. In fact, her whole disposition was so much better today. She smiled, and seemed much more like herself. Have I mentioned she has been crocheting again?!?!?! Well, she was crocheting again today. She has actually started a new baby blanket. I can't tell you how much it thrills my heart to see her doing that! I'm not exaggerating to say that it brings tears to my eyes. Back to the stomach issue - she is still not eating - doctor's orders - but things are starting to look a wee bit better. Keep up those wonderful prayers.
There are several aides there that have been praying with Barbara. Also, one particular nurse that has been very diligent about helping out Barbara's situation. I'm also still hugely grateful to our nurse practitioner for her extraordinary help.
So, pray a prayer of thanks for God's blessings
Pray for continued healing of Barbara's stomach,
Pray that we will be able to find the resources to remodel the bathroom here in the parsonage for Barbara's new needs.
There are several aides there that have been praying with Barbara. Also, one particular nurse that has been very diligent about helping out Barbara's situation. I'm also still hugely grateful to our nurse practitioner for her extraordinary help.
So, pray a prayer of thanks for God's blessings
Pray for continued healing of Barbara's stomach,
Pray that we will be able to find the resources to remodel the bathroom here in the parsonage for Barbara's new needs.
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