KatieB Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Thank you all for the prayers, please know that my mom still needs them desperately. I am logged in from another computer here while my mom rests in her room. She is not getting better,comatos except for slight movement, heart rate elevates when I speak to her, have seen her grimace when she hears me cry, reach out when she hears a voice, squeeze a hand that is holding hers.....she is worse than previous days, not getting better but not declining just yet. People are swarming around me with statements like "removing life sustaining measures" or "hospice" or "funeral arrangements".... Am I wrong or is this completly out of line? Her arrangements were made when my dad's were...so that was done long ago.... Removing life sustaining measures= Starving someone of food and steriods that reduce her brain swelling? To a daughter who loves her mother that just sounds cruel and murderous..... she breathes ON HER own....she lives, she hears and she feels. There's already a DNR- leave her alone and let God and her decide whether to fight or go in peace. The small chance that she could come out of this if her brain swelling decreases and the brain begins to heal by absorbing the bleed.....is priceless.... Prepared intellectually for the worst....hoping with every ounce of my body for the best..... We sit around begging her in our hearts to get better, while waiting around to become orphans...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEA Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Thinking of you and keeping your family in my prayers. Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Katie, If you feel it's too soon, it's too soon. If there's still a chance, it's too soon. Hang in there, either way has its heartbreak and it definitely has to go one way or the other. May you be able to keep her just a while longer... xxoo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ztweb Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Oh Katie, My heart goes out to you tonight, as you battle this most recent set of events. Please know you and your mom, along with the rest of your family has my prayers. God bless, Jen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Dear Katie, I'm keeping you, your mom and your family in my thoughts and prayers. I'm praying that God does what is best for your dear mom.. I'm sorry that you have to endure all this pain, I know how heartbreaking this is for you and I do think whoever is talking about funeral arrangements is out of line, I believe in miracles..If I can help I'm here my friend. xo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Prayers Katie. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Prayers Katie. I am sorry you are having to go through all of this. God be with you all. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treebywater Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Katie--Just as you never failed to do your best for your Daddy, I know you will do the best thing for your Mom. And yes, if it was me, and she was still responding to my being there.... still showing me that SHE was still in there, I would think people were way out of line. You do what feels right to you, and tell the other people to F*** off. (Ok... so that was a MY mama inspired moment.) My prayers haven't stopped and won't for your Mom, and you, and your whole family. Just know that all of us here are standing with you.... love, Val Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karenl Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Katie Thinking of you all, and sending much love across the miles..... Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Katie,this is a very hard thing to endure.With all the strength in your and your mom's heart and soul between the two of you(esp.her) God and her will know when it is time. Keeping you and all the family in our hearts and thoughts and prayers. Keep the strength my good friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamasbabygirl Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Oh Katie, I am so sorry things continue. I have been praying so hard for you guys, all of us have. I will continue my prayers. You do what is right for your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Worried and praying for everyone there KAtie. Strength and peace be with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Keeping the prayers going your way. Hugs Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Katie- I am so sorry for what you are going through, wishing you strength and a miracle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelliemacs Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 I pray for her miracle. i understand your heartache so very much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasey Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Prayers continue from Fred and me, Katie. May the magnitude of the support from this site help prop you up at this very difficult time. L&T, Kasey and Fred Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdjenkins Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Katie, My heart breaks for you and your family. I too would want to hang onto any hope at this time. I will continue to pray that your Mom can heal and come back to you. Hugs to you, Denise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justme2007 Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 (((( Katie )))) Stay strong and God bless. Beth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 faithful prayer P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jang Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Oh Katie, I am so sorry that you and your family are having to go through this. You have to do what you think is right, not what someone else is suggesting. Hold on to that hope. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 You have my continued prayers and support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggiesmom Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Praying for strength for your Mom and you. ((())) Joanie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shineladysue Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Katie, Know that you and your family have my prayers. Love, Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 Katie please do not be rushed into doing anything that you are not ready to do. I continue to keep your mother, you and your family in prayer. Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted January 20, 2007 Share Posted January 20, 2007 You already know I am praying hard for a miracle. I too can totally relate to what your going through. No words, just my love, my support and my hugs. ((((((((((((((((((((KATIE)))))))))))))))))))))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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