Need prayers and good thoughts for Kevin's Mom today * Update 5/8/11*

[mainegal]

Aww, Kevin! What wonderful news! Truly a blessing that your mother is alert and you are all able to enjoy each other's company. I know you are preparing a place for your mother in your new home. I hope she will be able to enjoy time there with you and John.
In any case, still sending prayers of healing for your mother and support for you and your family.

 

[chirurgeon]

Kevin, I am so happy to hear this. Each day is precious, I am so glad you are able to have another day. And I hope you have many more. More prayers and pixie dust to you and yours.

Kim

 

[crazy4stitch]

I'm having a Teresa moment, oh where are the tissues when you need them?

 

[jcb]

Kevin, I am so happy to hear this.

It's also brought some clarity to my own situation. My dad, who is only 54 years old, was diagnosed out of the blue on Friday with stage 4 stomach cancer, which has metastasized to his liver. To say we are devastated is the understatement of the century. He was the picture of health, complained of a stomach ache, went to the doctor, and now we are faced with making decisions we never wanted to make. We are heartbroken.

Your message today has filled me with hope - not that we will get a miraculous recovery, though we would love it if did, but that we still have time, and that we still have memories to make and things to say to each other. I pray that I am able to handle the coming months with even a portion of the grace that you have shown in facing this situation with your mom.

My thoughts and prayers are with you - and we'd appreciate any you could send our way too.

I'm so sorry. I know you must be in shock. My prayers are with you and your family.

 

[paulasillars]

My thoughts are with you and your family Kevin, I hope you have plenty of time left to spend with your Mom and let her know you love her.

 

[BriarRosie]

What ever happens, I feel as if I have been given an enormous gift today.

Wow, you sure did! I'm glad to hear that you had quality time with your Mom today!

 

[*NikkiBell*]

I'm having a Teresa moment, oh where are the tissues when you need them?

Me too!

 

[Disney Khi]

Kevin, I'm so happy for you! I will keep your family in my prayers.

Golden2322, I'm so sorry for this news for your dad.

 

[sayhello]

Kevin, this is one of the most remarkable, and marvelous, things I've read in a long, long time. Miracles do happen. I'm so happy for you & your family, that you get to spend more time with your Mom. You're right. It truly *is* a gift!!

You're all still in my thoughts & prayers, but they are much happier thoughts & prayers right at the moment!

Sayhello

 

[WaltD4Me]

Hi Folks...

I swear that what I am going to type is true.

I swear.

My Mom's health has been declining for a while now and it seemed to be getting much worse last Friday.

For most of the weekend, she was non-responsive.

Her DR. suggested that we speak with the Hospice DR, who is good at handling these things.

After speaking with him yesterday, he suggested that my Mom would not make it through the night. After conferring with everyone else (and it seems like I talked to everyone), the decision was made to unhook all of the IVs and other things and to let my my Mom pass peacefully.

We left the hospital and stated making arrangements.

I went to bed last night with every phone in the house in the bed with me. I didnt want to miss a call.

At 8:30 this morning, my sister-in-law calls and says "you are NOT going to believe this......your Mom is sitting up in bed and talking to me and asking where everyone is."

Shortly there after...my brother calls and says "this is incredible. Mom is better. Her blood pressure is almost normal. Her vitals are good and Hospice doesnt think she actually needs Hospice.

Upon arrival at the hospital, I find my Mom awake, talking, smiling.....while she is not the picture of health, she is isnt the non-responsive person that I began making arrangements for last night.

While my Mom has huge, life threatening health issues, her DRs have suggested that we hook the IVs and drugs back up and see where this goes.

We have been warned that that we should not take this as a recovery. There are still huge hurdles to overcome and that just as this changed over night, it could change back just as quickly.

What ever happens, I feel as if I have been given an enormous gift today.

I got to spend a day with my Mom and to tell her how much she means to me and for that I feel like I have been blessed. Last night I was sure that that would never happen again.

Yesterday and today have been a roller coaster of emotions. I do not know what tomorrow will bring or where we will stand.

All I know is that no one knows what tomorrow will bring.

Tell the people that you love that you love them.

Thank you for all of the encouragement and support and for keeping my family in your thoughts and prayers.

I had just been thinking about you and your mom Kevin and remembering when you told me about the new house and how it was time from your mom to come live with you and I was just so sad thinking how that wasn't going to happen...and then I saw your post and sad tears turned to happy ones. What an amazing story and testament to the power of hope, love and prayer.

 

[NitroStitch]

Wow... Kevin. What a gift! I hope you and your mom have many more days together like today.

I couldn't say it better - what an incredible blessing! You, your mom, John, your brother and the rest of your family and friends are in our ongoing prayers. Whether this miracle lasts a short or long time (and we hope for a long time), it's a tremendous gift. Happy tears...

Kevin, I am so happy to hear this.

It's also brought some clarity to my own situation. My dad, who is only 54 years old, was diagnosed out of the blue on Friday with stage 4 stomach cancer, which has metastasized to his liver. To say we are devastated is the understatement of the century. He was the picture of health, complained of a stomach ache, went to the doctor, and now we are faced with making decisions we never wanted to make. We are heartbroken.

Your message today has filled me with hope - not that we will get a miraculous recovery, though we would love it if did, but that we still have time, and that we still have memories to make and things to say to each other. I pray that I am able to handle the coming months with even a portion of the grace that you have shown in facing this situation with your mom.

My thoughts and prayers are with you - and we'd appreciate any you could send our way too.

I'm so sorry about your father's devastating diagnosis and prognosis. Sending prayers, pixie dust and hugs to you, your father and your family!

 

[kaligal]

Nice to hear some good news. Glad you have had this opportunity.

 

[wishspirit]

Hopefully this will be the first step on the road to recovery. Sending all my love.

 

[heatherwillmom]

Kevin, as I sit here & wipe the tears from my eyes, I am happy that you have been so blessed. What most of us wouldn't give to have 1 last day with our loved ones to spend just telling how much they mean to us. You have truly been blessed. We never know what the future holds. Many of us lose loved ones quickly & never have that chance to tell them what much that they mean to us. I know that your mother must be truly grateful to have a son like you.

 

[starwood]

Kevin - you made my morning. I'm so happy for you.

 

[bcvdreamer]

Kevin, I'm so happy to hear that you & your mom had a beautiful day together. I will continue to keep your mom in my prayers.

 

[mikelan6]

What a great gift ... miracles do happen. Thanks for making me cry.

 

[Robin"D"]

Kevin,

things happen for a reason....as you say, who knows what tomorrow brings, but you have today!

Love to you / John & and your family...

God Speed Ma~Ma!

Robin & Angel Di Carlo "D"

 

[brat]

So glad you had a good day with your Mom

Praying that everything improves.

to all who need or just want a

 

[TSWJan78]

God works in mysterious way... Sometimes we don't understand his plan, or agree with it, but I think your day like yesterday proves he is there and working. I will continue to pray for you, your mom and the rest of your family that days like this continue.