Oh how good it feels to sit down and look through blogs and let my mind just go...........

I want to thank those who have prayed for my mother and I.  Thank you so much.  She is in ICU still after having  surgery on October 27th.   I thought many times she was not going to make it but she has.  She should've only been in the hospital for a relatively short stay but had one complication after another with pneumonia and respiratory failiure and her body becoming septic and blood clots and the list goes on.  She had a tracheotomy and peg tube yesterday put in and will move from ICU to a long term critical care unit and then on to a rehabilitation home for a year the doctor said today.  This all has been horrifying.  My mother was a well person before all this and got around great with no serious health issues and was very active and happy.   She had just had new flooring put down in her house and had gotten new furniture for her den and sun room.  She was enjoying her new car and loved wearing stylish clothes and was in Church every Sunday to give you an idea of how Mama is and of how shocking this has been for us.

As for me?  I stayed with her constantly for 17 days and then a sister came from another state and has been with her while I came home and got some much needed rest.  I believe I have been at my breaking point and have been just teetering on the edge of somewhere I've never been before.  I covet your prayers for my mother and myself and my entire family.  

I hope, as time allows between trips back and forth, to blog about other things again.  I love my blog and I miss it.  I think it would be good for me to do so and it would help me get my mind off of things if I'm able to.  So come back and visit. 

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November 19, 2008 - In everything God is here.

Posted by ajhelvie

Just a little reminder that God is with you no matter if you are at home or the hospital. God is right there with you. When you are sad, happy, angry, nurvious, whatever the feeling, He is there and wants you to tell Him about it. Take care and remember to pray always.
Harvest blessings.-me-(Mommy of two little blessings)

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November 19, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by Kitty

Girlfriend, you have remained on my prayer list for the longest time. I pray that you get some of that rest your body and mind needs. I know what it's like to care for mom's, the toll it takes on a body. Keep in touch sweetie and know God is with you always, as are my thoughts............Kitty

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November 19, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by MtAiryMom

It's good to get an update. I'm so sorry for everything you've been through and your mother has had to endure. I am still praying for you and your family.

God Bless,
Sharon
http://theoldoakswing.blogspot.com

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November 19, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by gabbie427

I will continue to pray for you and your mother. I am so glad your sister has made it so she can help with your mother and give you some much needed rest though. You must be emotionally and physically exhausted!!! *hugs*

God's Blessings,
Amy Jo

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November 20, 2008 - Your mom

Posted by jrkjd

Karen, I'm so glad to get an update on both your mom and you. I hope you get a well deserved rest. I know the year ahead seems long but she may surprise everyone with a quick recovery. You are in my thoughts daily.
Regina

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November 20, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by barefootquilter

I am so sorry that you and your family are going through these hard times. I pray for your mother's recovery and for rest for you. I will continue to pray for ya'll.

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November 20, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by a1health

I'm glad that your Mom is still kicking. Thinking of you!
Blessings,
~Farrah

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November 21, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by meme21713

SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOM..PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND THE FAMILY....TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF SO YOU CAN KEEP CLOSE TO MOM...WEARING YOURSELF OUT WILL ONLY MAKE YOU SICK....AND WE DON;T WANT THAT...BLESSINGS GOING YOUR WAY...DEBBIE

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