Day 16 Not such a good day

Mom around 1:30 am had a low grade fever. Throughout the early am she was feeling the onset of mild joint acheiness, mild nausea, sinus pressure, and pretty fatigued. This am around 8:30 am all symptoms remained and increased slightly. She barely ate her breakfast (scrambled eggs, English muffin and tea) and could not get the energy up to walk. I gave Mom another foot and leg massage and she fell right into a deep sleep.

Mom continued to stay in bed and rest till 2:30pm. She was running a 101 fever. She received an IV of red blood cells, an IV of platelets, and and IV of more aggressive antibiotics. Her appetite is not present. I was able to get her to eat a small baked potato, some chicken soup and finish another hot tea and yes, she is also drinking water.

At 3:15pm, Mom and I took a tour around the nurses station. All the staff smiled and were calling Mom's name out with encouragement that she get herself up to walk. It was very heart warming to see and feel the love so many new people in Mom's life hold for her. Mom settled back into bed exhausted. Poppie arrived at 3:30pm. after a few minutes of conversation, Mom and Poppie took a nap until 5:15pm. It was cute to see they still are napping together and snoring in harmony.

Brian had arrived with Mom's favorite Chinese ribs in hand. Poppie and I were beaming and Mom was struggling to find an appetite. Mom with resistance, did take a rib and gobbled it up with a big smile. We all hung out and chatted and shared stories till about 7:30pm. Mom had dozed off again and we three decided to pack our stuff up and head out. We left Mom feeling only a queasy stomach. She, thankfully, had no fever, no bodily aches, no headache and was ready for a good night sleep.

Mom is excited for tomorrow. Though Mike calls everyday to speak with Mom, he has not been able to get to the hospital for a visit. Tomorrow he is able to drive into Rochester and spend time with her. It will be nice for all of us to be together with Mom tomorrow.

Sleep well and pleasant dreams,
Karen