Today was a big day - Robert went out of the house! We went to his primary care physician today. It was mainly a "catch the doctor up" appointment. He has received some of the reports from the hospital but not nearly everything. It took him 5 minutes just to write down all the medications Robert is taking! He does think the itching is caused from a reaction to medication - which one he has only a guess. He advised sticking with the Benadryl - just be sleepy for a few more days, it's good for you! - and hopefully when Robert sees his cardiologist on Monday, he may stop the suspicious medication. The doctor did make some insulin adjustments that will hopefully help.
The whole experience has become a bit surreal to me...like, did this really happen, and was it really as life-threatening as I remember. But when the doctor sat in front of Robert today, held his hand, looked him straight in the eye, and said, "I am so glad you are still with us", I realized it really was as serious as I had thought. In fact, Robert reminded me later, he said it to him twice. Robert didn't miss that. He is still trying to get his mind around the whole experience as well...trying to understand how all that could be going on and he was totally asleep, unaware of it all.
The doctor also made me feel better about being so squeamish about Robert's bedsore - when I saw him grimace when he looked at it, I realized it isn't just my own queasy stomach reacting.
Need to just keep doing what we are doing - it takes time to heal.
When we got home from the appointment we had visitors from Redmond - Jerry and Ruth Keller. Thanks for coming you two - it was great to get caught up.
Then Robert crashed - that was more activity than he has had for a long time. He went out today without his walker...he is getting around the house quite well without it, as long as the dog stays out of his way! Steps are still difficult...and he did find out that straight out of bed to the bathroom goes smoother if he hesitates on the side of the bed instead of catching himself on the door frame! It must be difficult to have your mind working great but your body is slow responding.
It sounds like the pancreas heals very slowly. Another 6-8 weeks at best guess.
All in God's time - all in His will.
No more secure place to be.
Good night for now
~Jeanette
Things that should never be...
10 years ago
8 comments:
Boy!! It's sounds like you had a great adventure out of the house..I'm sure this healing process will be a time to Thank the Lord and spend quality with Him and your family.
Yes, We're glad your still around, what would we do without you??? God has given you more days on this earth to be with your us..(family and friends).
Robert, you are very dear to us and we have appreciate all the little things you've done for us, out of Love. :) This is a great time for us to express how we feel, because you are always thinking of someone else, other than yourself. Now...it's time to think of yourself, so you can start healing....
We praise the Lord everyday for you, Jeanette, and family... and for the understanding and wisdom for your daily routine. Keep up your strength..
I know you'll be understanding more about carbs, than anyone else. Mom and I are trying to watch out for ours carbs too!!!
We Love You, Mom and Diane
Glad to hear you are doing well, my friend. Had a good talk with Mike Howden yesterday. He said he had a good time talking with you. I sure think about you guys alot. Hope someday soon to get together.
May the Lord continue to bring you healing.
Terry
Cabin 20 still on watch
We are so thankful that you are home and healing Robert. I am still reading your blogs Jeanette and have been so blessed by your insights and perspectives through this trial in your lives. Funny, after going through cancer treatment, I have this curiosity about al things medical and love reading about it. Maybe because I understand a little better about what it mean s to be given a second chance and all the blessings and emotions that go with living in light of that every day. Keep on keepin' on!
Sandy Elliott
Wow, we just found out how sick you were, Bob. Allene and I are very thankful that you survived life-threatening pancreatitis. I think the process of suffering and concern has also brought out some profound thoughts from Jeanette and Rosanna. It's good to have your family's love for you confirmed through sickness.
Jim and Allene Latzko
It has been encouraging to read all the postings from Jeanette, Rosanna, family & friends. It does seem unbelievable that life can be on the edge everyday and we really don't live like it. Praise God for the doctor's care and discernment. Praise Him for all the blessings that we have received by reading, listening, and praying for Robert and Jeanette, and the family. Isn't it amazing how by giving of our time and prayers that we in turn are blessed. Somehow this changes all of us.
Karen (sister) & Mark
Robert and Janette;
May God continue to be your strength. I praise for all He is doing for you and those who dearly love you. God uses everything for His glory.
In His Perfect Peace;
Pete Coulson
Since the beginning and every time I see the picture of Robert sitting on the rock I think of our God who is our rock and all the references He has left for us regarding that part of Himself. How grateful we are for the solid foundation we all have in Him.
It is so good that you are feeling better Robert and we are sooooo thankful that you are still with us. We continue to pray and hope that the carb thing gets easier. Maybe there will be some kind of answer for this challenge too.
Thank you so Jeanette for all your thots and I know that you will look back on this time see so much that may not be obvious now. I love your messages.
Love you so,
Neva
We are sure glad Robert is still here too!!!!! Praise be to God! We are so thankful (to Jesus) that Robert is improving daily, getting his strength back, along with his real personality. We are still praying...for all of you! Lots of adjustments and need for rest and strength. It will all come together soon.
I found it interesting that you used the word "surreal" in your blog today. Glen was just telling me about 10 minutes ago how he googled it to find out the definition last week. It was pretty bazarre. It said "phantasmagoric: characterized by fantastic imagery and incongruous juxtapositions; "a great concourse of phantasmagoric shadows." Does that make sense to you? Me either!! Anyway, I just thought is was an interesting choice of words when this had just come up so I decided to share it.
Love you all!!!
In Christ,
Korri
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