Lobouspo Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Hi all, As I get older I think one of the most difficult things I have had to come to terms with is seeing my parents slow down, and the inevitable health problems that follow. Friday my mom had a sinus infection and took a Tylenol with Codeine from an old prescription to get rid of the sinus headache she had. Well she had a bad reaction to the codeine i think, (loss of apetite, vomiting, dehydration) and she is still in the hospital. To compound the problem, she has a blood clot now in her leg as well. Please keep my mother in your prayers, or send out some positive energy, whatever your belief system is, as it seems she is not getting better, and is still very weak. Thanks 5 Link to post Share on other sites
xxoo Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Prayers going out from your dear mom.... 2 Link to post Share on other sites
TheFinalWord Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 For sure brother. Please keep us updated and let us know how we can help. 2 Link to post Share on other sites
Art_Critic Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Hi Lobouspo, Good healing thoughts sent, you and your Mom are in my thoughts and prayers. If you need us, just let us know..... 2 Link to post Share on other sites
todreaminblue Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 joining in...hugs to you and prayers for your mum tonight ....deb 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Yamaha Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Added to my prayer list. 2 Link to post Share on other sites
pie2 Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Praying for your mom, Lobouspo. And for your fam too, bnb. ((hugs)) 2 Link to post Share on other sites
OpenBook Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 You got it, Lobouspo. Prayers going up for your Mom. 2 Link to post Share on other sites
Anela Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 I will do that. ♥ It is scary. 2 Link to post Share on other sites
Author Lobouspo Posted February 25, 2013 Author Share Posted February 25, 2013 Thanks so much guys. Your prayers and support mean so much to me. I am sitting with mom in the hospital right now and just told her how much I love her, and told her how much she means to me and to keep fighting. She assured me she is "tough as a boot" and will get better. I am fortunate to have always had a good relationship with her and my dad. Call someone tonight that you love, and tell them how much you appreciate and love them. 5 Link to post Share on other sites
dichotomy Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 I pray for your continued love and connection with your parents. A thought for you. I lost my mom and dad, both over the last 3 years. Although very close, after the loss of my mom, I felt like I had missed something about her life. Because of this feeling, I spent a weekend with my dad, talking about things sometimes a son does not always ask in detail- about my dad's childhood, his brothers, his school friends, girlfriends, what his father and grand father were like, what it was like meeting my mom, what issues they had in their marriage, his regrets and joys in life, very personal things. I wanted to get a real feel for who he was as a person - and not just the time I knew him as my dad. He really opened up to me as a man- it was an amazing weekend. I am glad I did this before his passing. 3 Link to post Share on other sites
BetheButterfly Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 Thanks so much guys. Your prayers and support mean so much to me. I am sitting with mom in the hospital right now and just told her how much I love her, and told her how much she means to me and to keep fighting. She assured me she is "tough as a boot" and will get better. I am fortunate to have always had a good relationship with her and my dad. Call someone tonight that you love, and tell them how much you appreciate and love them. I'm praying for your Mom, and I think it's so awesome that you have a good relationship with her!!! That's great advice, about telling people we love how much we appreciate and love them!!! 3 Link to post Share on other sites
Author Lobouspo Posted March 1, 2013 Author Share Posted March 1, 2013 quick update: My mom was discharged from the hospital yesterday and put into a "temporary" rehab facility so she can get her strength back, and still be monitored. Monday was bad, they were getting ready to put her in a critical care heart unit because of atrial fibrillation. She still does not have much of an appetite, and they had to put her back on oxygen over the night because it dipped to like 85. She says she has trouble swallowing. They did the Barium Swallow Test on Wednesay, and they said everything looked okay. Something is just not right, please continue to keep her in your prayers, and any ideas or shared experiences in caring for an ailing parent would be apprecitated......thanks 5 Link to post Share on other sites
adelia Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 quick update: My mom was discharged from the hospital yesterday and put into a "temporary" rehab facility so she can get her strength back, and still be monitored. Monday was bad, they were getting ready to put her in a critical care heart unit because of atrial fibrillation. She still does not have much of an appetite, and they had to put her back on oxygen over the night because it dipped to like 85. She says she has trouble swallowing. They did the Barium Swallow Test on Wednesay, and they said everything looked okay. Something is just not right, please continue to keep her in your prayers, and any ideas or shared experiences in caring for an ailing parent would be apprecitated......thanks Prayer being said 3 Link to post Share on other sites
pie2 Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 ...any ideas or shared experiences in caring for an ailing parent would be apprecitated......thanks What sort of challenges are you and your mom facing? Link to post Share on other sites
Author Lobouspo Posted March 2, 2013 Author Share Posted March 2, 2013 What sort of challenges are you and your mom facing? Well, just ways to cope I guess. My mother has always been the rock of the family and my best friend really. I just feel really stressed and overwhelmed more than anything. For years I have dreaded the day when I will lose my parents, knowing full well its a basic natural progression of life that most of us have to deal with at sometime. The not knowing is difficult. Earlier today I was helping her with lunch, and she just was not hungry,and out of frustration I got a little upset with her telling she will not get better if she does not eat. She started to cry, and I felt bad, but I just feel so helpless and frustrated. My mom is such a saint, and seeing her weak and in discomfort is heartbreaking. 4 Link to post Share on other sites
pie2 Posted March 2, 2013 Share Posted March 2, 2013 Lobouspo, I think your feelings of fear and uncertainty are completely normal. And you're right, the thought of losing a parent is really scary. You're doing the most important thing for your mom with lots of prayer . I think it's also important to communicate with her. Ask her what her thoughts are. How does she view her condition, what are her thoughts and goals with her recovery, what is her opinion of God's role in all of this. Personally, I always feel calmer when I'm prepared and I know what is going to happen. I'm not saying that your mom is going to pass away by any means!!! But, it might be good to open the lines of communication (if she's ready), just to give her the opportunity to discuss the 'what if's'. Like, finding out what she thinks about her medical care (if she can't make a decision, for whatever reason), her wishes, and just her thoughts in general. Knowing what she's thinking, and discussing concerns, might help alleviate some of the uncertainty and stress. Praying for God's peace and strength for your family, Lobouspo 4 Link to post Share on other sites
Author Lobouspo Posted March 18, 2013 Author Share Posted March 18, 2013 OP, how are things going? My mom got discharged from the hospital and has been in a rehab facility for the last 2 weeks. She got pneumonia about 10 days ago, but has responded well to the antibiotics and is up and around exercising and off of the oxygen. She is also eating better and has more energy. I am cautiously optimistic. When I told her you folks were praying for her she was touched. Barring anymore setbacks, she should be heading home pretty soon. Please continue to keep her in your prayers. All of my fellow LSrs support/prayers/advice has been awesome. I really appreciate it guys. 2 Link to post Share on other sites
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