I could use some positive energy...
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hardee":v8l8z97j said:Jim
Hope things are going well for you and your Mom. Sounds like she made some improvement during your travels. Was that treatment related or spontaneous? Still keeping you all in my prayers, and hoping for a good outcome for Nellie and family.
Harvey
SleepyC :moon
Hi friends,
Ups and downs, mostly downs. The lucidity that I saw the first night has now slipped away. Hour by hour is different, lots of decisions to be made. She and I had some discussions about eventualities, but this was not one of the "what if" situations. Still, I know what her wishes are, and I'm making decisions based on that. Until she stabilizes, we won't know what her new "normal" is, but at this point I'm afraid I'm less optimistic about any significant recovery.
Your kind thoughts and wishes are appreciated. I haven't had much time to get on the computer, but it is a blessed break when I can. My sincere thanks for your kindness.
Best wishes,
Jim
Bill Uffelman
New member
Jim -- at least you and your mother had the conversation in better times. Whatever the outcome, you will know it is the right one for this time.
Best wishes.
Bill Uffelman
Best wishes.
Bill Uffelman
Ted Osborne
New member
Jim, you have our prayers coming your way.
An update...
http://captnjim.blogspot.com/2011/04/ki ... ement.html
My daughter got me through so much today - that kid has her Mother's resolve.
On the home front, Joan and our neighbor and friend, Leonard (Ranger Tug owner), got Wild Blue out of the water today. She is getting things taken care of there, so we can be together again soon. I have to tell you that Joan is the one who rotated Wild Blue at the dock and got her out the canal. My Honey is a champ and made it easy for me to get away in a hurry.
Hell of an end to my winter/early spring boat time.
I may actually get some sleep tonight.
Again, my sincere thanks for the kind words and wishes.
Jim
http://captnjim.blogspot.com/2011/04/ki ... ement.html
My daughter got me through so much today - that kid has her Mother's resolve.
On the home front, Joan and our neighbor and friend, Leonard (Ranger Tug owner), got Wild Blue out of the water today. She is getting things taken care of there, so we can be together again soon. I have to tell you that Joan is the one who rotated Wild Blue at the dock and got her out the canal. My Honey is a champ and made it easy for me to get away in a hurry.
Hell of an end to my winter/early spring boat time.
I may actually get some sleep tonight.
Again, my sincere thanks for the kind words and wishes.
Jim
Jim,
Just finished reading your blog and am slightly teary eyed. Like many others I am wishing the best for you and your mom. I also want to say that I appreciate you sharing these difficult moments with us. Someday I may be in the same situation and I view these shared experiences as training for me. Take care of yourself and your mom. Best wishes.
Just finished reading your blog and am slightly teary eyed. Like many others I am wishing the best for you and your mom. I also want to say that I appreciate you sharing these difficult moments with us. Someday I may be in the same situation and I view these shared experiences as training for me. Take care of yourself and your mom. Best wishes.
starcrafttom
Active member
Jim sorry to hear how its going. found this and thought it would cheer you up.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fsB7MV0OaHE&feature=related
rogerbum":f7nl12x9 said:
Thanks Roger. I have been participating on different forums for well over a decade, and have met lots of great folks. As friends, we share. I understand that many would feel talking about this in a public forum is not the way to go. I also know that there is something to prayer, positive energy, call it what you want.
I have gotten some amazing notes and calls of support. I know I am not the first to go through this, but each day feels like horrific trail-blazing at times. I don't intend to post every detail of every day, but today was the first bit of noticeable improvement, at a time when I was told there wouldn't be any. My heart is full of a lot of emotions, and I sat down to write... because it feels pretty empty in this apartment. I don't intend to write a handbook here, because I sure don't have the answers, still don't understand many of the questions. But, I can't tell you how grateful I am for each kind word, a hug, a "we're praying for your Mom"... humanity isn't gone, but we don't always take note of it in our hustle of daily life. The nurse with the food tray, the family who have been there every day, a PM from a friend... how do you thank someone for the gift of their time? I am amazed at the number of friends this woman has, and I see how she affects people.
For many years, I have called my Mother every night. Often to just check up on her, but we always had great conversations... from chit-chat to real problem solving. If anyone takes anything from this: appreciate the time.
Sincerely,
Jim
Captains Cat
New member
"You've gotta dance like there's nobody watching,
Love like you'll never be hurt,
Sing like there's nobody listening,
And live like it's heaven on earth."
— William W. Purkey
Jim, all this positive energy seems to be having an effect! We all know it won't last but we'll savor every day we have. You have a remarkable family!
Charlie
Love like you'll never be hurt,
Sing like there's nobody listening,
And live like it's heaven on earth."
— William W. Purkey
Jim, all this positive energy seems to be having an effect! We all know it won't last but we'll savor every day we have. You have a remarkable family!
Charlie