Friday, July 31, 2009
Slow Progress
Jim's had a fair week. Jim's diarrhea got worse (with a fair amout of blood in it) and then better, but we're waiting to hear from his gastroenterologist about that. His agitation and sleeplessness at night has improved somewhat with the addition of a new drug called Risperdal (a very small dose to see if he can tolerate it). However, the home health aide did not work out on Tuesday night with Jim yelling for me most of the night (took me 45 minutes to calm him down!!!). So we are back to using our kids to take turns with night duty--bless them. Physical therapy is already having an effect with Jim ambulating much better and he seems stronger. Starting to eat a little more also. Have a good weekend everybody. Barbara
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Dear Barbara, dear Jim,
ReplyDeletereading the latest leaves me hoping that things are starting to look up a bit. Thinking a lot of and praying for both of you. It was wonderful that seeing you the other week worked out. Maybe I should start planning for a next visit.....
All the best for the two of you,
Joachim
Hi dear friends!
ReplyDeleteBarb- it was so good to talk to you the other day! You had mentioned about the home health aide not working out and I am sorry about that - all you could do was give it a try. Hope the resperdal continues to help- and hope the diarrhea continues to stay on the decline. And again, God love the " kids "- their such a blessing- Hey you guys- do you feel like kids??? Love all of you! Jim- sounds like pt is really helping you gain your strength- keep up the good work- we know it must be very hard! Well I'm off to bed- terribly busy day today in L&D- 20 babies by the time I left at 8.
Love to all of you,
Jeanne, Frank and Alyssa
Hi Barb,
ReplyDeleteI hope Jim is feeling better today, you have wonderful kids. I keep praying for Jim. Have wanted to call you but it sounds like no time is a good time for you. Take care of yourself.
Love to all,
Gert
A nod to B & J's daughters and sons in law who have been as involved as the 5 kids. It's a testament to Barbara and Jim and to Ann, Sally, Mike, Dan and Sarah that they are comfortable helping with some difficult situations. Thank you very much.
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