Hospice Journey - Getting rough here

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  • SusanR
    SusanR Member Posts: 598
    edited April 2010

    Linda, so glad you're able to get that computer up and running in your bed!  Your honesty amazes me and it's so good to hear from you. I like Elizabeth's idea of pain killer laced chocolates, I may have to remember that one!

    Tell your sisters we would love to be here for them.

    Hugs,

    SusanR

  • dreamwriter
    dreamwriter Member Posts: 3,255
    edited April 2010

    I am so glad you can post from bed.  I hope your sisters come in for some support.  We are ready for them.  Hugs to go.... LOL. 

  • getwell
    getwell Member Posts: 535
    edited April 2010

    Linda,

        You have every right to be wild and resentful. Life has dealt you a nasty blow and no one who is well and takes life for granted (as I did before cancer) can posibly understand what it's like to be in your slippers. I amHugz,

    Pat

  • ead
    ead Member Posts: 686
    edited April 2010

    Linda, thinking of you sweetie, and let me tell you , you have every right to be pissed off. I hope you get your pain managed. You have sweet sisters. Sending you good vibes sweetie.

    Liz

  • 33skidoo
    33skidoo Member Posts: 1,029
    edited April 2010

    Linda,

    I'm so glad you got your computer situation squared away.  It made things so much more bearable when I was confined to bed.  It beat the hell out of the TV, and made it easier to stay in touch with people on my terms.

    I hope you are more comfortable.  If not, squeak!

    Love & Hugs.

    Claire

  • chainsawz
    chainsawz Member Posts: 3,473
    edited April 2010

    Linda - just stopping by to see how you are doing :>  It was really awesome to see your sisters post - they make me wish I had sisters! 

  • SusanR
    SusanR Member Posts: 598
    edited April 2010

    Linda I'm thinking about you today and hoping you are finding comfort with you sisters there by you. 

  • whichwitch
    whichwitch Member Posts: 17
    edited April 2010

    Linda had a really bad day on Monday.   Things are better now.  She felt better Tueday and Wednesday.  Today the pain is pain in her joints and side.   I left her sleeping while I am doing a dog walk and let our dogs out.  She has company coming this afternoon, so sure hope she is up to it.   She sends her love to all and hopes everyone is doing good.   Will write more later, so take care and love and peace is being sent your way

    Paula

  • lovinmomma
    lovinmomma Member Posts: 1,879
    edited April 2010

    Thanks for the update. Prayers

  • chainsawz
    chainsawz Member Posts: 3,473
    edited April 2010

    Paula - thanks so much for taking the time to update us.  I am glad to hear that Linda is feeling better and may have energy for some company.  I think of her everyday and hope that she is finding peace and comfort in this awful situation. I hope she doesn't have anymore bad days :<  I am just so grateful she has amazing sisters to help her on this journey.  Hugs to all of you! 

  • WingsofHope
    WingsofHope Member Posts: 497
    edited April 2010

    Checking in on Linda and sending a ((HUG)).. thanks for the update.

  • mthomp2020
    mthomp2020 Member Posts: 1,959
    edited April 2010

    Thank you for the update on Linda.  She's in my thoughts and prayers.  She's lucky to have sisters there for her during this time.

  • konakat
    konakat Member Posts: 6,085
    edited April 2010

    Thanks for the update Paula.  I've been wondering how Linda is feeling these days.  Send her my love.

    Elizabeth

  • pattih
    pattih Member Posts: 631
    edited April 2010

    Hello Linda hope you are doing ok and have your pain under control. Sending a hug and a prayer.

  • Lowrider54
    Lowrider54 Member Posts: 2,721
    edited April 2010

    A Hello to Linda and Paula...thanks for the updates...Sending hugs and prayers - glad the laptop works in the bedroom and hope some better pain meds ease the pain...hugs..Sharon

  • whichwitch
    whichwitch Member Posts: 17
    edited April 2010

    Linda did feel better last week.   She is having pain in her ribs now and not feeling too good.  The nurse will be here on Thur and if it gets any worst or doesn't get any better we will call the nurse.  She is really slowing down and has no energy.  Been out buying PJ's and looking for slippers for her.   The weather here is cold and wet and no sun.  So I eat alot.   Need that sunshine.  Hope all is well for everyone.  write ya more later.

    Paula

  • tooyoungtohavebc
    tooyoungtohavebc Member Posts: 779
    edited April 2010

    Hi Paula,

    Thanks for the update. Let kenzie know I am thinking of her. Glad she has her family there to help. Makes such a difference. Hoping the pain subsides. Hugs!

  • konakat
    konakat Member Posts: 6,085
    edited April 2010

    Hi Paula -- I wish it would warm up too!  We were in the 80s a couple of weeks ago and today they're predicting wet snow -- WTF?!?!?!???  I'm with you on the eating a lot syndrome!

    I'm sorry to hear Linda is feeling poorly -- No fun at all.  Hopefully with the new pjs and pain meds, and some sunshine (!!!) she's perk up.  Lots of hugs,

    Elizabeth

  • chainsawz
    chainsawz Member Posts: 3,473
    edited April 2010

    Yes - thanks so much for the update :>  I hope the rib pain gets better for Linda and she can be comfortable this week.  I have too much sunshine here (90 degrees today!) so I am going wish it over your house!   I love the rain so you can send that right on over here and I'll take it!  Cyber hugs to you all......lisa 

  • Jellydonut
    Jellydonut Member Posts: 1,043
    edited April 2010

    Hi Paula,

    Thanks for updating us about Kenzi.  Please tell her she is in my thoughts and prayers.  Hope her pain issue is resolved quickly.  There is no logical reason for her to be in pain!

    Hugs,

    Jelly

  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited April 2010
  • Leah_S
    Leah_S Member Posts: 8,458
    edited April 2010

    Paula, thank you for letting us know. Linda, sending lots of love to you (and your wonderful sisters).

    Leah

  • dmacw
    dmacw Member Posts: 886
    edited May 2010

    Hoping pain is better.

  • heatherpalmerton
    heatherpalmerton Member Posts: 2,247
    edited June 2010

    Sending warm thoughts and hugs to all that Linda has touched in so many ways.

  • ead
    ead Member Posts: 686
    edited June 2010

    Thinking of you Linda, and hope you are comfortable.

    Liz

  • whichwitch
    whichwitch Member Posts: 17
    edited June 2010

    Linda is having to be on oxygen all night and most of the day.  She is not in pain.  Watching tv and movies and being loved on by her wonderful doggies.   The weather has been so nice.  She can see out her bedroom window.  Two nice size windows.  She can walk a little bit with an aid of walker but can't handle a lot.

    Thank you for  all the hugs and notes.

    Paula

  • konakat
    konakat Member Posts: 6,085
    edited June 2010

    Thank-you for updating us Paula.  It all sounds so peaceful and cosy for Linda, especially the doggies.  She had such a tough go getting comfortable, it is a relief to hear she is now.  Hugs,

    Elizabeth

  • chainsawz
    chainsawz Member Posts: 3,473
    edited June 2010

    Hi Paula!  I'm so happy to hear Linda is not in pain and has nice doggies who like to snuggle :>  I have a cat and his idea of snuggling is him sprawled out on the bed with his feet in the air and you somewhere else!!  xx00xx lisa

  • dreamwriter
    dreamwriter Member Posts: 3,255
    edited June 2010

    I have a cat that settles in my lap when I am on my back and from there she sprawls out until her head is under my chin and she bonelessly lies all the way down the middle of my body.  I already checked and the palliative care facility that I have chosen will allow her to visit for some snugglies.  My husband thinks its stupid but most understand the unconditional love the critter has mountains of.

  • ChocolateLover
    ChocolateLover Member Posts: 363
    edited June 2010

    pets are a godsend! so much love and empathy. thinking of you Linda and Paula and sending big wet puppy kisses your way. May you be surrounded by peace and love.

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