Kimmy and I arrived early this morning to find Mom finishing a lemon ice. Kimmy had a 30 minute visit with Mom and then I took her to the airport. Mom and I were both very sad to say good bye to Kimmy. Just when we all thought there were no more tears in any of us, "Niagara Falls" began.
I returned from the airport and Mom was hungry. I was so happy to see her eat. She had a bowl of chicken broth, crackers and another lemon ice. Mom is to maintain a liquid diet today with crackers and or toast only. Tomorrow we hope the Dr.'s change her food intake to bland intake. She is craving to eat scrambled eggs.
Mom took a shower today. Yup, first time in a shower in 19 days. We all know how good that would feel. Say good by to sponge baths! Unfortunately, today was the day that moms hair decided to fall out while in the shower. I cut and styled Moms hair today. She was a trooper through this experience, I am so proud of her. We shared some tears and then admired my first attempt as a hairdresser. It actually looks very cute considering I have never cut hair before. When Mom sees a lot of her remaining hair on her pillow we will than shave off the rest. Mom does look adorable in her fleece hat. She received a lot of compliments from the medical staff all day and night.
Mom continues to be monitored very closely by her medical staff. She received IV platelets this am, received antibiotics and keeping a close watch on all her vitals. She continues on with 48 hours of no fever, no diarrhea, no vomiting nor nausea. She is still being watched for her bruising and slight bleeding through the nose. All her symptoms are expected according to her medical team.
Mom and I spent the afternoon telling stories, talking about people, watching football and planning things to do when she gets out the hospital and then traveling when she is finished with her treatments and has her energy back. Poppie and my brother Brian came by for several hours to be with mom. Brian, who is a great story teller, had us all laughing. It is wonderful to see Mom giggling or simply laughing out loud. It all helps us forget why we are in a hospital for a few minutes. I am so grateful to be given the opportunity to assist and aid Mom back to health. She does challenge me a bit when I get her up to walk and then walk extra, exercise and then do some extra exercises, but I know she appreciates it.
Again, thank you for all your support and wonderful words of encouragement,
Karen
I'm so glad to hear mama Ruthie is in such great spirits and for Karen to be able to be there with her. I know she is in good hands!!! Please give ruth a big hug and kiss for me. Miss you all and thinking of you constantly.
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Randy from SD
Karen dear, this is the first opportunity I have had to open your blog and get all the information from you. Bless you for doing this - it is really hard not to be able to talk to Ruthie, but all we all want is for her to marshall her forces to get better. Herb left the hospital last evening and was transported to a health care facility for rehab. He needs to get stronger before he can come home, and I am hopeful. Now that the worst seems to be over for him, I will have time to check your blog daily. I know that your being there is invaluable to both Mom and Dad.
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Aunt Maxine
Dear Ruthie,
ReplyDeleteOK...I'm going to try again to send a message. They keep coming back to me rather than on to you.
We are in daily contact with Seymour or Karen and are following your progress with each conversation and blog (Karen...you are a genius!). We are so happy to hear that you are enjoying some real food and keeping up with Dancing with the Stars. It happens to be Lindsey's favorite program too.
I wish I could be there with you but know that our thoughts are always with you.
Love and Hugs,
Carol & Joe