hollyanne Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Thanks to all of you who have shown me so much support over the last few weeks. I consider myself to be strong...but I really doubted my ability to make it through the last little while..... My mom had been in excruciating pain and completely immobile. We suffered through getting her in the car to get to the center for chemo last Tuesday (definitely considered not going.) It was terrible. Yet, I have to say that God works in mysterious ways. I broke down that night and called a friend of my mom's who was a hospice nurse. I say "was" as "something" drove her to quit that very morning....and she says she now knows why. We have now hired her to help my dad and me out a few hours a day. She immediately got a physical therapist up to the house to help with strengthening some muscles (now that radiation is over) -- and we found that an increased dosage of steroids is the trick for mom. She is doing much better today painwise. On another note....the due date for my baby has been moved up to December 12...and she is doing great in my belly. With Love, Holly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leslie221 Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Holly, This is a good reminder to me that when things seem their darkest and it feels impossible to keep going on, something wonderful can happen! SOOOO glad you found the person who could find the way to help your mom feel better. Hope things get better and better every week now. Your baby has a wonderful mom - my step-daughter's first baby is due around the same time. Also a girl. Still lots of good in this life, isn't there? Leslie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma's kid Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Oh, Holly..I am glad that your mom is getting some relief from the pain and also that you have someone to come in and help. Many prayers for you all. Love to your precious baby! Libby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darci Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Holly - I am so happy to hear that you have found someone to help you and your mom out! I hope that she continues to have relief from the pain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Glad you found the hospice person to help out and that your mom is doing a little better. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hopeandstrength Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 That is great news about your friend helping, also about the pain control! I'm glad your little peanut is doing well! Cathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Glad things are working out better for you mom and everyone involved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pammie Posted October 25, 2005 Share Posted October 25, 2005 What a wonderful blessing that your nurse friend could help out. So glad your mom is better and will e praying she will continue to improve. pammie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted October 25, 2005 Share Posted October 25, 2005 Holly, I am so happy to hear that you found a great nurse to help you out and the best part was that you didn't have to really look! I know this will be a big help for your dad. I'm also glad to hear that both mom and baby are doing great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunny Posted October 25, 2005 Share Posted October 25, 2005 Holly, I am so glad to hear this. its just amazing, when those clouds break and you get some relief, isn't it? I am thrilled to hear that your mom is more comfortable, and that your pregnancy is progressing well. keep us posted, and keep up the GREAT work! xoxo amie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted October 25, 2005 Share Posted October 25, 2005 That is good news Holly. I am so relieved your mom is getting some comfort. She should improve each day. Also, what a G-d sent that you found a special person to take care of her. G-d does work in strange ways. Good luck, keep us posted Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted October 25, 2005 Share Posted October 25, 2005 Holly, So glad that you have some good help. Glad your due date was moved up...was "she" listening??? Let's hope so! Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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