Back from the hospital.. The good, the bad, and the hilariously funny!

[C.Ann]

Spent most of the afternoon and this evening at the hospital with my DD and I'd have to say on a scale of 1 to 10 - with 10 being the best - it was about a number 9 visit!

First of all the bad (kind of) - the witch was there and as soon as my DD pointed her out to me I asked another staff member to get me a supervisor.. She did - I relayed what happened yesterday - she was clearly appalled - she called the "witch" into her office, and the next thing I saw was the "witch" going out the door with her coat on!

Secondly, it seems my DD has become the "belle of the ball" over there - LOL.. No less than 6 patients came right up to me and asked if I was her Mom.. When I replied that I was, they just went on and on about how wonderful she is and how much she was helping THEM.. Evidently she has her own little "depression" group going - cheering each other up - and one of the nurses even took me aside to ask if my DD had ever considered becoming a nurse because she's such a "natural" when it comes to helping other people, listening to them, and really UNDERSTANDING them..

Thirdly, not only did her DH take the time (on his own) to set up an appt. with the social worker tomorrow, but when he arrived at the hospital after work his MOTHER was with him! Whoa!!!!! She brought my DD a dozen pink roses (and of course was thoroughly confused when they took the vase away - LOL..) and also brought her 2 coloring books (both DISNEY) which means she at least is aware of my DD's likes and dislikes.. LOL

What was funny though is watching my DD's MIL.. If someone so much as sneezed, she jumped a mile! Her eyes were darting back and forth like crazy, her hands were shaking a mile a minute and finally we told her if she didn't chill out they would KEEP her there..

Also, my DD got a new roommate this morning who has some SERIOUS problems and started in with my DD right away.. She was literally SCREAMING at her as she was coming in the door - "Don't look at me - don't talk to me - and DON'T come on MY side of the room.. You have THAT side and I have THIS side.." DD just chuckled and mumbled under her breath as she was leaving the room, "Well honey, that's gonna cause some serious problems for you because the bathroom is on MY side of the room!"... LOL Course knowing my DD, by tomorrow morning she'll have this girl singing her praises too..

The other funny thing was - and this part may be rated R for some - is that my DD needed her DH to bring her some tampons and the staff couldn't make up their minds if that was something that was allowed on a mental health unit.. Well - my DD and I got guessing at the possible reasons why they WOULDN'T be allowed and by the time we were done we had the entire unit - staff included - in stitches...
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"Hmmmm...well..the patient might stuff them all down her throat at the same time and when they begin to absorb liquid and swell, she'll suffocate..."
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Headlines in tomorrow mornings newspaper:

"A First In The 35-Year History of XYZ Hospital: Mental Health Patient Ties Strings Of Tampons Together Forming A Tapon Rope That Allowed Her To Escape From Second Story Window"
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"Well - she COULD tie them all together and strangle herself with them........."

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Gosh - we just laughed SOOOOO hard - and it was GREAT to see her AND the other patients having a good belly laugh..

Now there is a Family Meeting scheduled for 4:30 in the afternoon on Wednesday (with the doctor) and my DD has asked that I attend (along with her DH) - as well as attending the meeting with the social worker tomorrow.. The nurse said that the more family members in attendance, the better for her - so of course I'll go.. I doubt the in-laws will though.. As for my SIL- he is actually LOOKING FORWARD to attending these meetings has been firing questions at us faster than we can answer them.. KEEP THOSE PRAYERS COMING!!!

Oh - and he DID bring in loads of house drawings and all sorts of other drawings for all of the patients to share today.. Seemed funny to hear the patients calling out his name when he arrived like they'd been buddies for years.. LOL
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And just between you and I.........shhhhhhhh......................
There's a very nice young man there (a bit older than my DD) that is also suffering from depression that seems to be quite smitten with my DD.. Rumor has it he wouldn't even come out of his room until after she arrived - now he wants to be in the Community Room ALL the time.. Great - just what she needs - some guy trying to turn her head - LOL..............
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I have a real good feeling.. She's determined - her DH is coming around - and I just KNOW she's going to be okay with time and treatment..
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Oops! Forgot to add one more thing.. My DD asked me today if I had told anyone that she was in the hospital - and why.. I replied that I had only told her aunt (my sister) - and about 55,000+ DISer's... She laughed SOOOOOO hard - and then seriously told me she thought that was great because at least I had someone to talk to about all of this besides my SIL.. She also asked me to tell all of you thank you for the prayers and PD and that she's counting on all of you to help see me through this..

Who knows? Maybe when she gets better I can convince HER to join our wonderful family here too!!

Thanks for listening once again...........

C.Ann

 

[mickeyfan1]

C.Ann, this is wonderful news. I hope it continues along the same way. There is a good possibility that in the near futire, a large downswing will occur (not trying to dash your hopes), but with the support you are giving your daughter, she will come through it all even stronger. I hope you are taking care of yourself as well. As important as it is for you to be there for her, if you let yourself become unhealthy from worry, it won't be good.

I am sending all the positive thoughts for you and your daughter, your DH, the SIL and the MIL.

 

[iNTeNSeBLue98]

Thanks for the laugh - some things you just have to rethink when specail circumstances arise. LOL!

I'm happy to hear you had wonderful visit with your DD. It's good to hear her spirits are up, as are yours I can tell.

So, you got the witch sent home - it's fortunate your DD could point her out while you were there and that the supervisor took immediate action.

 

[mom2boys]

C Ann glad things are looking better. Sounds like the witch may have recieved her walking papers - if so, yours must not have been the first complaint they received. Sounds like your daughter has a wonderful support system - that will make a world of difference in her recovery. Your SIL clearly loves your daughter.

 

[Serena]

 

[sorcerormickey]

 

[lsyorke]

Its so nice to hear you so UP!!! It sound like things are going well. Prayers continue from here!!!

 

[C.Ann]

Well, I may be "up" today - but I'm realistic enough to know that there is a LONG road ahead with many twists and turns..

However, I believe my DD's upbeat attitude is based on the support she is receiving - the acceptance by her DH - and the knowledge that she made the right choice at the right time.. That's half the battle right there!

 

[WhenUwishUponAstar]

cann I can't thank you enough for your honesty and lessons in love. I brace myself everytime I read your posts knowing they will be emotional. I enjoy your passion it is truely a gift.


Please tell your DD that her electric friends are behind her!

 

[Serena]

 

[CEDmom]

I am so happy things seem to be turning around. It sounds like your DD is getting help from some wonderful people especially now that the witch is gone. It must really help her self-esteem being able to help other patients. I continue to hope for many more good reports. Take care.

 

[DoeWDW]

"Ding dong, the Witch is gone,
Which old witch?
The Wicked Witch
Ding dong, the Wicked Witch is gone!!"

This song from the Wizard of Oz immediately jumped into my head as you described the Witch leaving with her coat! I took some liberties with the words but I can hear the Munchkins singing loud and clear! Glad to hear she had a good talking to at the very least. I hope she can find somewhere to work where she is happy, because she obviously was NOT happy working there.

So glad to hear all the great news of your DD and the rest of the family's support! I'll continue to keep you all in my prayers, especially for productive meetings with the doctor and social worker!

Your daughter is so fortunate to have you!

 

[Hillbeans]

Thanks for the updates. It's good to see you're all looking forward to more brighter days ahead.

 

[2bemarried]

So glad to hear that things are looking up at the moment. You'll continue to be in our prayers.

 

[rasnlms]

So glad things are looking up.

 

[binny]

sounds like things are looking up

 

[wishuponastarforever]

 

[MerryPoppins]

Great news about the witch!

I continue to pray for all of you. Keep us informed.

 

[Disney Ella]

It's great that things are looking better and your SIL is coming around. Your DD is lucky to have a mother who understands what is going on.

 

[nativetxn]

Nothing like a good laugh to lighten a load. Sounds like things are going very well. I'm so glad to hear it.