The days are getting better as we all wait patiently. Mom's throat continues to improve a little everyday. She hasn't had fevers yesterday or today, and her counts are still slowly coming up. We saw a good jump in the numbers yesterday and today they are the same. The doctors told us they will fluctuate some, but they're hopeful she'll be going home within the week.
I enjoyed my day with mom yesterday. She's still sleeping throughout the day off and on because of the medications, but she's much more awake than she was a week ago because they're removing more meds everyday. Yesterday we also took walks and went to a class they had on nutrition for those with stem cell transplants. Mom is supposed to go to 4 classes before she leaves, her last one will be tomorrow.
Sue's there with her today and I just received her text update. She said "Good morning! The team of doctors were just in (like every morning). Mary's numbers are about the same as yesterday but the doctor could hear her voice and throat are better, which is a good indicator. All going well. Doctor is calling Walgreens to prepare for going home meds!"
We're encouraged everyday by mom's strength. We really hope she'll be able to be home for her birthday on Sunday, but we also know the most important thing is that she's healthy first! God's timing is perfect and we'll continue to trust Him for that.
Sue also added: ~Phil 4:6
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God."
We hope you're all having a blessed holiday season and remembering to love those around you most of all, which God said is loving Him.
Thank you for the great update, Suzanne! Indeed - everything will happen in HIS perfect timing. Hey, Beautiful Sister - I did a "Jericho March" for you on Tuesday. I "circumnavigated" around Evergreen Lake engaged in a prayer vigil for your homecoming. It took 3 hours & 15 minutes to complete 9.2 miles...what a hoot! Anyway, I prayed not only for you to be home by your birthday but also for you to be healed enough to take a hike with me by winter's end. How's that for a goal?!?!
ReplyDeleteWow, December is such a special month with all the special birthdays and anniversaries in our family. Today I remember Dan Fogelberg's passing and tomorrow I will reflect on Dad. And thru it all I will remain ever-grateful for God's gift of "positive hope" concerning your situation. He's not thru with you yet - I am convinced many more great things will come. I love you dearly and look forward to our family's reunion. See you soon!
BTW - it turns out I actually have TWO BEAUTIFUL SISTERS!!!
xxxooo,
Jack
Mary,
ReplyDeleteWe are so glad to hear that you are getting closer and closer to being able to go home! Sunday is Erica's birthday, too! So we'll be remembering you that day as well!
You can count on us to keep lifting you up in prayer! And congrats on being a grandma again! How fun!