DDA Chapter 27

[my3princes]

They have not done the follow-up swallow evaluation. If he is still at Kindred they are to take a look again on Thursday. If he has moved to HealthSouth they will have their own evaluation setup there. There has been very little change in the past 10 days or so in what I see for him. That is a little discouraging to me, but I have not let him see that. There are lots of ways to stimulate the gag reflex and the swallow reflex and they are working on that now. We do have to face the possibility that Bob will never eat or drink anything by mouth again, but it is one I am hoping will not come true!

Bob seems determined and he is certainly a fighter. It may take time, but I believe with all my heart that he will be able to eat and drink again.

Yes it is Tammi I used the pin code I received to book a package at CSR. Garrett wants to go to US/IOA as well for the big coasters, so I am planning just a day there. I will use my gift certificate that I won to buy the tickets.

I do not want a repeat like last year & having to cancel, I am determined to go this time with the boys. I fear this may be the last chance I have to get Riley to go, he is only 14 but has changed so much

Deb good luck with the 2nd interview!

Isn't it amazing how quickly kids change My boys still love our Disney trips too and they were actually talking the other day about how they were still going with Chris and I even when they have families. When I asked what they would do if the wife didn't like Disney they said she'd have to stay home


Marci, I hope that you're feeling well. How much longer on the treatments?

Theresa any new job leads? Have you looked into any medical offices? They seem to be the only jobs popping up around here and there are so many applicants for each one

I think I must be up to 20 letters now saying that I was qualified for the job, but there were more qualified candidates...yada yada yada.

 

[lovesdumbo]

Elin-continued prayers for Bob and you and the girls. Hope he's able to move closer to home soon.

Janet-yeah for a new ticker. Lizzy doesn't seem too interested in a Disney trip this summer. Wonder how she'd feel about me taking Joe & Emma.

Deb-good luck with your interview

Theresa-Hope you get an iterview for the job that interested you

Jennifer-doesn't vitamin D have side effects-you can OD on vitamin D right? Good luck with your research!




Work is still insane! On a positive note we had our "state of the association" lunch yesterday and we are getting 5% bonus checks in our pay Friday! I think I'll go to Disney!

I'm home today with a very sick Emma. Nasty stomach flu thing. Poor kid! Gene is having plastic surgery today to remove skin cancer from his nose. I haven't heard from him yet-his appointment was at 8:30. They said he couldn't drive himself so he drove to his Mom's house and his sister was going to take him. I imagine he must be done by now but he didn't call to say how it went.

 

[tinknme]

Work is still insane! On a positive note we had our "state of the association" lunch yesterday and we are getting 5% bonus checks in our pay Friday! I think I'll go to Disney!

I'm home today with a very sick Emma. Nasty stomach flu thing. Poor kid! Gene is having plastic surgery today to remove skin cancer from his nose. I haven't heard from him yet-his appointment was at 8:30. They said he couldn't drive himself so he drove to his Mom's house and his sister was going to take him. I imagine he must be done by now but he didn't call to say how it went.

Yay for the bonus raise A Disney trip sounds like a good idea! Hope Emma feels better soon & that you hear all is will with Gene

How is your foot?

 

[lovesdumbo]

Yay for the bonus raise A Disney trip sounds like a good idea! Hope Emma feels better soon & that you hear all is will with Gene

How is your foot?

Thanks! Poor Emma is so miserable. The school said today when I called that it seemed to be lasting 3 days. She was out yesterday and and can't go tomorrow because she still has a fever today. Hope today is about the end of it. I am very reluctant to take her to the doctor because I don't think they can do anything for her and I don't want her near all those other germs.

I ordered new sneakers a while back. The same brand/style but this year's version that I've worn for years but they were too tight because my feet were still swollen. I was going to return them but never got around to it so I wore them last Thursday and Friday. Friday they didn't feel as tight but my feet-especially my right foot (the one I had done first)-were killing me. I have to say I'm feeling VERY discouraged by it. My doctor just kept saying it takes a year. I think there is something else wrong with my right foot. I'm getting worried about my May trip. And not sure I can do the January 2012 1/2 marathon.

 

[yellowfish78]

Yes it is Tammi I used the pin code I received to book a package at CSR. Garrett wants to go to US/IOA as well for the big coasters, so I am planning just a day there. I will use my gift certificate that I won to buy the tickets.

I do not want a repeat like last year & having to cancel, I am determined to go this time with the boys. I fear this may be the last chance I have to get Riley to go, he is only 14 but has changed so much

Crasher.




Mighty fine week to be going!

 

[PNO4TE]

Yay for new tickers and planned trips!

Bernadette - I am sorry to hear your foot is not doing any better. I hope Emma feels better soon too, and that Gene is fine. Let us know, OK?

For those of you who don't get over to facebook... Bob had a big day today. He got out of bed and into a wheelchair! We didn't get to go anywhere, but that is the most he has done in 7 weeks!

 

[lovesdumbo]

Elin-what great news! He looks good! Nice smile!


DH just got home. They got it all in the first slice then took skin from his ear to patch the hole.

 

[bethbuchall]

Good morning, DDA!

 

[PNO4TE]

Elin-what great news! He looks good! Nice smile! You would know, Bernadette!


DH just got home. They got it all in the first slice then took skin from his ear to patch the hole. That is good news! YAY!

Good morning, DDA!

 

[my3princes]

Thanks! Poor Emma is so miserable. The school said today when I called that it seemed to be lasting 3 days. She was out yesterday and and can't go tomorrow because she still has a fever today. Hope today is about the end of it. I am very reluctant to take her to the doctor because I don't think they can do anything for her and I don't want her near all those other germs.

I ordered new sneakers a while back. The same brand/style but this year's version that I've worn for years but they were too tight because my feet were still swollen. I was going to return them but never got around to it so I wore them last Thursday and Friday. Friday they didn't feel as tight but my feet-especially my right foot (the one I had done first)-were killing me. I have to say I'm feeling VERY discouraged by it. My doctor just kept saying it takes a year. I think there is something else wrong with my right foot. I'm getting worried about my May trip. And not sure I can do the January 2012 1/2 marathon.

I hope emma feels better soon. Chris is miserably sick too. I think he's on day 5 now He is at work, but once he gets home you'd swear he has one foot in the grave Maybe you need a second opinion on your foot at this point. Maybe your doc is too close to the situation and missing something?

Yay for new tickers and planned trips!

Bernadette - I am sorry to hear your foot is not doing any better. I hope Emma feels better soon too, and that Gene is fine. Let us know, OK?

For those of you who don't get over to facebook... Bob had a big day today. He got out of bed and into a wheelchair! We didn't get to go anywhere, but that is the most he has done in 7 weeks!

Elin. He looks good. A little thinner, but really good considering how long he's been stuck in bed.

Elin-what great news! He looks good! Nice smile!


DH just got home. They got it all in the first slice then took skin from his ear to patch the hole.

Ouch. I hope he's feeling okay today.

 

[my3princes]

Today and tomorrow are going to be busy. Lots of afterschool activities today as well as Lacrosse planning this morning. At some point we need groceries.

Tomorrow I have a second interview, eye appointment, need to pick kids up at both schools and get Nick to a bowling tournament an hour away within a tight time frame This will be Nick last High School bowling tournament this year. The Saturday morning Youth league doesn't end until the end of April. Busy Busy

 

[marcij]

Elin-continued prayers for Bob and you and the girls. Hope he's able to move closer to home soon.

Janet-yeah for a new ticker. Lizzy doesn't seem too interested in a Disney trip this summer. Wonder how she'd feel about me taking Joe & Emma.

Deb-good luck with your interview

Theresa-Hope you get an iterview for the job that interested you

Jennifer-doesn't vitamin D have side effects-you can OD on vitamin D right? Good luck with your research!




Work is still insane! On a positive note we had our "state of the association" lunch yesterday and we are getting 5% bonus checks in our pay Friday! I think I'll go to Disney!

I'm home today with a very sick Emma. Nasty stomach flu thing. Poor kid! Gene is having plastic surgery today to remove skin cancer from his nose. I haven't heard from him yet-his appointment was at 8:30. They said he couldn't drive himself so he drove to his Mom's house and his sister was going to take him. I imagine he must be done by now but he didn't call to say how it went.

Congrats on the bonus! I hope Emma is better ASAO and no one else gets it. I hope Gene's surgery went well.

Thanks! Poor Emma is so miserable. The school said today when I called that it seemed to be lasting 3 days. She was out yesterday and and can't go tomorrow because she still has a fever today. Hope today is about the end of it. I am very reluctant to take her to the doctor because I don't think they can do anything for her and I don't want her near all those other germs.

I ordered new sneakers a while back. The same brand/style but this year's version that I've worn for years but they were too tight because my feet were still swollen. I was going to return them but never got around to it so I wore them last Thursday and Friday. Friday they didn't feel as tight but my feet-especially my right foot (the one I had done first)-were killing me. I have to say I'm feeling VERY discouraged by it. My doctor just kept saying it takes a year. I think there is something else wrong with my right foot. I'm getting worried about my May trip. And not sure I can do the January 2012 1/2 marathon.

The swelling from my surgery in November is still going down. I can't remember how long ago you had yours, but I bet since you have to walk on your feet that it takes even longer. I was not very excited about having to use a wheelchair for our before Christmas trip, but it all worked out. Everyone was very nice and it did for more me mentally, even though I was a tad disappointed. My doc said I'll most likely have to use one for before and after our cruise in June, and now that I'm just fine with it.

Yay for new tickers and planned trips!

Bernadette - I am sorry to hear your foot is not doing any better. I hope Emma feels better soon too, and that Gene is fine. Let us know, OK?

For those of you who don't get over to facebook... Bob had a big day today. He got out of bed and into a wheelchair! We didn't get to go anywhere, but that is the most he has done in 7 weeks!

Elin -- you just made my day with that picture. He looks so happy and he has some color in his face! I'm praying hard that this helped his psyche enough to tackle more of the tough swallow therapy and that he can get back to eating one day.

Deb -- good luck with your interview! I have eleven more chemo sessions, one each week now. I'm not as nauseous, but just as tired, along with other side effects like numbness in fingers and toes, additional swelling in my arm with the node damage, being able to go to sleep but not stay asleep from all the steroids etc. My port is also a lot more sore with this regimen for some reason. The first two months while rough, I was eager to get started and get some behind me. Now, I'm at a high frustration as this has gotten way past old and very discouraging. I can see why they keep asking if I'm depressed and want to explore meds. I'm not there yet and I can tell you if it gets worse I won't hesitage to ask for help. For now, I still have more good days then bad, so I'll consider myself Blessed and keep swimming, as Elin said.

Janet -- hooray for new tickers! I'm so excited for you guys.

 

[Glynis]

Morning all! I've been reading along, but not posting, as I've been in a bit of a funk. Nothing serious, and I hope will go away, but just depressing.

Elin - Bob looks WONDERFUL!!! I hope that this is the first of many positive steps. Maybe he'll see some progress, and really get going on the therapy for the swallow test! Fingers still crossed, and prayers said!

Marci - I can't even begin to imagine how frustrating and hard this must be for you. You certainly are an inspiration, though. You are handling it all so well. I'm glad that you are in tune with your feelings, and are ready to ask for help when and if you need it. You are in my prayers, as well.

Bernadette - I'm so sorry that your foot is still not doing well. I agree that a second opinion might be in order. Gene's surgery sounds like what I've gone through several times. I used to be a sunbather. My sister and I would slather ourselves with oil, and lay out for hours. My Irish skin didn't like that, and I ended up with skin cancer all over my back. I've had lots of removals. I hope he's feeling ok, now.

Deb - Good luck on the second interview. Sorry that Chris is sick. He sounds like Alan, though. He will never stay home when he's sick, as he just can't bring himself to miss the work. The only way he'll stay home, is if he's at death's door. I hope Chris feels better soon!

Theresa - Did you get a bit on your resume? I really hope that things look up for you. I saw on FB that you are going to be seeing Cassidy. Is she coming to you, or are you and Abi going to her? I know that it will be a great birthday for the girls to be together again.

 

[my3princes]

Congrats on the bonus! I hope Emma is better ASAO and no one else gets it. I hope Gene's surgery went well.



The swelling from my surgery in November is still going down. I can't remember how long ago you had yours, but I bet since you have to walk on your feet that it takes even longer. I was not very excited about having to use a wheelchair for our before Christmas trip, but it all worked out. Everyone was very nice and it did for more me mentally, even though I was a tad disappointed. My doc said I'll most likely have to use one for before and after our cruise in June, and now that I'm just fine with it.



Elin -- you just made my day with that picture. He looks so happy and he has some color in his face! I'm praying hard that this helped his psyche enough to tackle more of the tough swallow therapy and that he can get back to eating one day.

Deb -- good luck with your interview! I have eleven more chemo sessions, one each week now. I'm not as nauseous, but just as tired, along with other side effects like numbness in fingers and toes, additional swelling in my arm with the node damage, being able to go to sleep but not stay asleep from all the steroids etc. My port is also a lot more sore with this regimen for some reason. The first two months while rough, I was eager to get started and get some behind me. Now, I'm at a high frustration as this has gotten way past old and very discouraging. I can see why they keep asking if I'm depressed and want to explore meds. I'm not there yet and I can tell you if it gets worse I won't hesitage to ask for help. For now, I still have more good days then bad, so I'll consider myself Blessed and keep swimming, as Elin said.

Janet -- hooray for new tickers! I'm so excited for you guys.

That's my Mantra...just keep swimmin'...just keep swimmin'

I can only imagine how frustrated you are at this point. I'm hoping that the doctors are giving you encouraging news along the way. You may want to ask your docs about meds to help you sleep. There are some meds that are used to treat depression that also help with sleep quality. I was put on some while going through Hunter's ordeal a year plus ago now. I had the best sleep that I had had in years. Sleep goes a long way in keeping spirits up. Are you still trying to work while going through this? I know the boys scheduled had you running constantly so this must make things near impossible schedule wise. Hang in there. You are one of the stongest women that I know. Feel free to call if you need an ear

 

[babytrees]

Morning all! I've been reading along, but not posting, as I've been in a bit of a funk. Nothing serious, and I hope will go away, but just depressing.

Elin - Bob looks WONDERFUL!!! I hope that this is the first of many positive steps. Maybe he'll see some progress, and really get going on the therapy for the swallow test! Fingers still crossed, and prayers said!

Marci - I can't even begin to imagine how frustrating and hard this must be for you. You certainly are an inspiration, though. You are handling it all so well. I'm glad that you are in tune with your feelings, and are ready to ask for help when and if you need it. You are in my prayers, as well.

Bernadette - I'm so sorry that your foot is still not doing well. I agree that a second opinion might be in order. Gene's surgery sounds like what I've gone through several times. I used to be a sunbather. My sister and I would slather ourselves with oil, and lay out for hours. My Irish skin didn't like that, and I ended up with skin cancer all over my back. I've had lots of removals. I hope he's feeling ok, now.

Deb - Good luck on the second interview. Sorry that Chris is sick. He sounds like Alan, though. He will never stay home when he's sick, as he just can't bring himself to miss the work. The only way he'll stay home, is if he's at death's door. I hope Chris feels better soon!

Theresa - Did you get a bit on your resume? I really hope that things look up for you. I saw on FB that you are going to be seeing Cassidy. Is she coming to you, or are you and Abi going to her? I know that it will be a great birthday for the girls to be together again.

Thanks for the quotable!! Hope your funk ends soon...it's the time of year for funks

Elin-I forgot to say how happy I was to see Bob sitting up (and a smile on his face!!). I am sure that there are many roadblocks you and he will have to face in the upcoming months/years but he is doing fantastic!!!

Marci- you are such an inspiration to me.

Bernadette- I asked a friend who broke her foot about years ago in the same way I did when I could look forward to it feeling better. Her answer? She is still waiting.I am blessed that most days it doesn't really hurt, just aches and looks funky. When my surgeon said his hope was for an "okay" ankle in a year I think I have done better....except those 3-4 days working in a row...those are painful. What I am saying is, I can empathize. All dr.'s I have talked to said that year time line.

Glynis- Cassidy will come here. We were trying for Abi's Spring Break but Cassidy has one face to face class and the final is that week, so it was a no go. And Abi has school into June. She is going to Colorado for a week starting tomorrow. She is staying with a friend's family. When I asked her if she had told her dad that she was coming...she said only if he saw it on Facebook. He saw it on Facebook so she'll have to figure it out. No bites on the resume yet

 

[tmfranlk]

Hello all!

Elin - GREAT news on Bob. He looks great in that picture.

Marci - I'm glad you're monitoring yourself so well. We're still praying, always!

Theresa - I'm so glad you get to see Cassidy soon!! That's great news.

Deb - Good luck on your second interview.

Bernadette - I hope that your foot continues to heal. Just give it time. YAY for your bonus!!

Janet - Congrats on the trip! I keep hoping that our trip will still pan out. I'm trying to save a little hear and there and part of it will depend on how Phil's job search goes. As long as it doesn't take him too long to find something, I think we'll still get to go. I have it figured out that if we can hold our own until August, it will be okay. My 1yo's new baby brother (due in June) will start with me the 2nd week of August. If I can prove that we can get along well with what we've got coming in until then and not get behind again, the money I'll get from his starting will pay for the majority of our trip and I've got a few things that I can cut if necessary as well. So fingers crossed!

 

[tmfranlk]

Things are crazy around here, as usual. Phil has been sick for about a week now - nasty cold that turned into broncitis. He sounds terrible and unfortunately, doesn't have personal time anymore since he technically works for the liquidator now. Deva's had a cold too, but is hopefully getting better. Her cough is much better, but her nose and eyes are still really gunky. She wokes up with her eyes crusted shut this morning, poor baby. She'd been handling it all being her happy self until the last two days. Yesterday, I didn't get a smile for the first few hours of the day, but she was a little smiley by afternoon. Today she's happier, but her eyes just look all sad and sick. I woke up in the middle of the night with a sore throat and a hurting ear so hopefully I'm not next on the list.

On top of that, mentally I'm not always doing so hot this week. I woke up in the middle of the night Sunday night in a near panic attack (first time I've ever experienced that so not sure what to call it). No idea why, I just suddenly lost it. Most of Monday morning I was still not all together with it and still felt some of the problem lingering. By the end of the day I was doing better still. I'm still not feeling 100% present sometimes, but am definitely better. If you could say a quick prayer, I'd really appreciate it, though.

 

[mommykds]

Tia,
You got it Tia.

 

[my3princes]

Tia You've got a lot going on it's no wonder that you are feeling that way

 

[tmfranlk]

So it looks like my poor baby might have RSV. :-( That is one NASTY test, poor kid. Definitely her cold settling into her sinuses though and the early signs of an ear infection so antibiotics are in. Well, hopefully some of them are after she spit up half of them, I squirted some across the kitchen and she driblled more out.

She's doing really well so I'm not sure it is, but am still watching out. It was only in the last couple of days that her eyes were looking like she wasn't feeling very well and her mood/demeanor was a little off. She's been sleeping most of this afternoon - a result of being so upset over the test I think, plus she didn't sleep as much this morning as usual.

Phil's doing a little better today, but is beat from working plus the cough is still awful. Someone is working half his shift for him tomorrow so he'll have a shorter day and doesn't go in until noon so he's got time to get in a lot of rest.