ginnyde Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 There really has not been much to report on my dear Earl. He was pretty much keepin' on keepin' on. But the last few days have not been good. He is eating less, and he is not as aware and cognizant as he had been. Today was not good. He is so congested and he is just not strong enough to help himself with it. The hospice nurse was here today and we have started him on Levsin to help with the mucus and Morphine to help his breathing. He still has no pain and does not seem agitated, so this is good news. I am sorry to post sad news since we have had so much of it lately, but I realize how much you wonderful guys care for my Duke. Your prayers are most welcome. He is a wonderful man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 (((((((((((((((((((((GINNY & EARL)))))))))))))))))))) You are both in my thoughts and of course in my prayers. I really am glad to hear he is in NO PAIN! Thank you dear Lord! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvmydog2 Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 I just wanted to let you know that I am sorry to hear this news. You and Earl will certainaly continue to be in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny, I've been away from here for several days, and can't stay long just now, but I wanted to take the time to tell you how much I admire you for your strength and endurance. This has been a very, very long haul for you and you have been such a good wife to your beloved Earl. May God bless you both now and forever. I'm sending you a big hug, and as you hug Earl tonight, please give him one for me, too. Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fay A. Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny, We really do care for you and Earl. Thank you for trusting us with the truth of how things are for him and you. All the countless times that you have been here to uplift others...You have no reason to apologize for coming here to be uplifted. I wish only that I could do more than say I care. You two are always in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimW Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny, Thinking of you and Earl. I know it's a tough time - wish there was something I could do. Stay strong. Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeTaa Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Oh Ginny. I've been so anxious to hear how y'all are doing, and I'm so sorry to read this. Stay strong, and enjoy this time you have with the Duke. Blessings, TeeTaa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny, I am so sorry to hear that your Duke is not doing well. I pray for a miracle for Duke to gain his strength back. Miracles do happen, I believe that. Our Lord is watching over him and keeping him free of pain, that is an answer to one of our prayers. Take care and always in my thoughts and prayers each day. God Bless and hugs, Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tnmynatt Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny, I am so sorry "The Duke" is not doing very well. I will continue praying for you both. Wish I could help in some way. But, know prayer is the only thing. Please try to get some rest when you can. Take care and God Bless! We are here for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MayFrog Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny, So sorry to hear your beloved Earl is feeling poorly.....thank goodness he's not in pain, and that he has you by his side. You're both in my thoughts. Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mhutch1366 Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny, Know that we love the both of you.... Gentle kisses from here to you all.... XOXOXOXOX Prayers always... MaryAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny, you and Earl are in our hearts and in our prayers. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny~ Thanks for the new chapter in the book of the Duke. I was wondering how you were both doing. I wish you all the best, I know its hard. I think of you often. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny I am so sorry Earl is winding down but thankful he is not in pain. I rarely have time ti check in the past 2 months and it seems when I do it is always bad news. Please know that you and Earl are in my prayers. I pray he can remain pain free and that God will give you strength to face what is ahead of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katester Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny, Just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you and your husband and send you my best. Kate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny, So sorry about Earl, but already some prayers are working leaving out the physical pain. More prayers for both of you. for strength. J.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debi Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny, I think by now, we have all come to realize what a wonderful man the Duke is, since you have such a gift of writing how things are through your eyes. I'm so glad that you have been able to have him home with you. My thoughts are with you both... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyn Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny, You know I think of you often and my prayers are with you both.... stay strong for Earl... then go scream outside right? Much Love, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny I am holding you both close in my thoughts. Earl is so fortunate to have you and you him. We should all have that much fortune. love and fortitude elaine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chloesmom Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny, I join the others in sadness about Earl's decline, but I admire your sense of devotion to Earl and his care. Seems that the two of you have a special relationship that is so seldom found in life. I hope you can take some comfort in the years you have had together. You are both in my thoughts constantly. Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny,I'm very sorry to hear that Earl is worse than before.Tell him he has my admiration,as do you Ginny.I admire what strength and devotion you have given him.Us patients would be in a big bucket of sh*t if it were not for our caregivers.You have done such a wonderful job of caregiving (as have the others on this board). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haylee_38 Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny, Just wanted you to know my thoughts are with you and Earl. Haylee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe B Posted August 16, 2004 Share Posted August 16, 2004 Ginny, you and Earl are in my prayers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted August 17, 2004 Share Posted August 17, 2004 Heartfelt prayers for the wonderful man and his wonderful wife. What hard times to bear......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted August 17, 2004 Share Posted August 17, 2004 So sorry to hear that news is not god at this point. Thank goodness he is not in pain. The Duke is so very fortunate to have such a loving wife by his side!!! Keeping both of you in my prayers!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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