kimblanchard Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Hi friends, I brought Bill home from the hospital today after 8 long days. I really think it was way too early for him to be released since he is still nauseated and not eating, and his legs are swollen to twice their normal size due to blood clots - but I think they were trying to clear out the cancer ward before the Easter weekend. Not sure if it was for the hospital staff's benefit or the patients - anyway HERE WE ARE...... I am glad to have him home but worried about his care. If things do not improve I will arrange for home health care next week. Thank you so much for your thoughts and prayers. Blessings to each and every one of you, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MO_Sugar Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Prayers for continued healing being sent your way. God bless, MO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budd Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Peg After all of Chris' hospitalization's I've learned a few things, that yes they do clear out the floors for the holidays, they send people home when they just need beds and I'm sure other reasons. Thankfully we never had to go through that. But I'm wondering why they didn't send him home with VNA as part of his discharge plan. I say that because since Chris had pnuemonia in July and then everything else, everytime he was discharged we had VNA. And I loved having a nurse some 2/3 times a week to check on him. Me? I was getting paranoid with every little thing and she was there to assure me on everything. Now that Bill is home, I hope you can take a little breather from going to the hospital and enjoy each other's company waiting for the Easter Bunny Debbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Glad he's home Peg. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Peg, So HAPPY to hear you have Bill home for Easter!! I, too, will have a better Easter now knowing that he is home with you, and where he probably feels a lot more comfortable. God bless you and your family!! Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Glad to hear Bill is home, and hope you all can have a peaceful Easter. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GayleMarie Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Peg, Hope Bill is doing ok at home. I know it must be hard to guess what is best, or where is best. There was a couple of times I thought my mom should be in the hospital but she just didnt want to go and I worry that later on there may not be a choice Hope you have a good Easter and thinking of you, Bill and everyone on the board Gayle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Margaret Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 I hope being home from the hospital will be an Easter blessing for Bill and the family. May his healing accelerate being at home surrounded by the familiar and sustained with family love. Blessings, Margaret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Cheryl- Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Peg, The home health is definately a relief to have. Bill's appetite may improve by just being home and not having to eat hospital food. I hope you are taking care of yourself. Do not hesitate to take advantage of other people's help when they offer. I hope you have a blessed Easter. Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheresaKB Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Hello Peg, I hope that being home will do wonders on Bill. Please take care of yourself also. A special prayer is being sent for the two of you. God bless, Theresa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mayos Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 It's good to be together for the holiday....but hard on you to maintain Bill's care at a safe level. Do you have any medically trained relatives or close friends to aid you through the weekend?? I know it would be hard to set up VNA, etc. on the Sat. before Easter. Caring thoughts are coming your way Peg...Happy Holiday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Peg, Hope you both have a nice Easter, a little home vacation may help during this time. Try to have friends help you. J.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angie Daughter of Bill Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Peg Praying that just being home will make Bill feel better. I will continue to pray for your family. Angie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBone Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Hi Peg, I just wanted to add my prayers for a peaceful,nice weekend for you and your family.Being home has got to make him feel better.Take care.TBone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Peg, I have thought and worried about you so often this past week. I am sure that having Bill home is a mixed blessing. I know I was always glad to get Earl home but then nervous about what to look for, what to do etc. I think a visiting nurse would be very helpful. Have you checked into that? I hope you have a peaceful Easter. Maybe Bill has just be waiting for those yummy marshmallow chickens. Ginny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAnn Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 I just wanted to add my thoughts and prayers for Bill's recovery at home. I'm sure just being at home will perk him up. Praying for your strength in helping Bill to feel better. Happy Easter. TAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 My thoughts and prayers are with you guys and have a Happy Easter! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlton Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Wishing you and your family all the best this Easter.Know you are taking care of Bill take care of you also. Carlton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Dear Peg, I have been thinking about you and Bill so thank you for the update....Hopefully Bill starts to do better now that he is home, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandyS Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Peg - I hope that you're able to manage Bill's care and that he starts feeling a little better just by being home... Hugs and prayers, SandyS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted April 10, 2004 Share Posted April 10, 2004 Dear Peg - I am glad Bill is home for Easter - although I know it can be a little stressful for you. I agree with the others that just "being home" may make a world of difference in how he feels and his appetite. Enjoy the holiday together and Peg, please take care of yourself also. Love, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam'swifeShirley Posted April 11, 2004 Share Posted April 11, 2004 Dear Peg, I am glad to hear the update on Bill. Hopefully, he will start to improve now that he is back in comfortable surroundings. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. God Bless us All. Sam'swifeShirley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted April 11, 2004 Share Posted April 11, 2004 Dearest Peg- Thank you for taking the time to check in and let us know that Bill is home. I know that is a "mixed blessing" for you. Praying that you both are blessed with God's grace at this Easter Season. Keep hanging on.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Budd Posted April 11, 2004 Share Posted April 11, 2004 Peg I hope your first full day at home wasn't to filled with stress and that you are taking care of "yourself". I know truly know that's easier said than done. Hope your family has a great Easter and you get a small time out! Debbie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted April 17, 2004 Share Posted April 17, 2004 Hi Peggy, I am sorry for the late post here. I was in the hospital and am trying to catch up on posting. I am sorry Bill is not doing well. I lift Bill up in special prayer. By His stripes, we are healed and we claim that healing for your Bill... In my thoughts. God Bless. Blessings, prayers and hugs, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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