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#74333 - 01/27/06 06:49 PM Re: Taking Care of Mom
Dotsie Offline
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Registered: 07/09/08
Posts: 23647
Loc: Maryland
FN, how about an update? What a crazy month this has been for you and your mom. I'm so sorry. Are you doing anything to take care of yourself?

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#74334 - 01/29/06 02:22 AM Re: Taking Care of Mom
F N Rosenstock Offline
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Registered: 12/13/05
Posts: 19
Loc: Georgia
Hi Everyone,

Mom is still in the hospital. There are signs of improvement, but I don't think I'll be able to take her home before next Thursday.

Tomorrow is my birthday and I hoped we'd be spending it at home. At least I still have her with me.

For those of you who have gone through this or are anticipating going through this, you have to remain flexible. This has been a difficult month, but we went through something similar in July. We were back and forth at the hospital 5 times in 6 weeks. Three of those times she was admitted. I sat by my mother's bedside for the better part of July from the 4th through the first week in August.

This time, I hired someone to spend days with her--this way I can work--and I spend nights except tomorrow when I'll be there all day--no coverage.

It's important to have someone cover for you when you're not there if a loved one is in the hospital so you have eyes and ears. Hospitals make mistakes!

I'm always amused by the reality shows I see on TV. I often think if they really want a reality show, they should follow me (or any caregiver) around for a month. It would be an eye-opener!

I won't have coverage until Monday, so I'll check back then.

Until later . . . [Smile]

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#74335 - 01/29/06 02:36 AM Re: Taking Care of Mom
Bluebird Offline
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Registered: 09/20/05
Posts: 2560
Loc: Pagosa Springs, Colorado
I have been through it, with both parents, and it is very stressful. But get every moment together that you can, you won't regret it.

FN, have a very Happy Birthday, tomorrow! ((HUGS))

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#74336 - 01/29/06 04:25 AM Re: Taking Care of Mom
chatty lady Offline
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Registered: 02/24/04
Posts: 20267
Loc: Nevada
Happy Birthday FN and I hope the day is magical and you are surrounded buy love.... [Razz]

[ January 28, 2006, 08:26 PM: Message edited by: chatty lady ]

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#74337 - 01/30/06 08:11 AM Re: Taking Care of Mom
Dotsie Offline
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Registered: 07/09/08
Posts: 23647
Loc: Maryland
I continue to be amazed by your dedication. Your mother is blessed to have such a devoted daughter. Happy birthday!

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#74338 - 01/31/06 11:15 PM Re: Taking Care of Mom
F N Rosenstock Offline
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Registered: 12/13/05
Posts: 19
Loc: Georgia
Hi Everyone,

This is my last day as your featured author and I'm sure you will never forget this month. You have been living a nightmare with me which explains better than I ever could in a book about the roller coaster we caregivers ride.

Two days ago, on my birthday, a doctor came in and humbly admitted they'd been "chasing a red herring" which diverted attention from Mom's pneumonia. Then he told me it got much worse.

Now, I am hanging on day-by-day. I am worn out and sheer stubborness has kept me going. I am a fighter. I am my mother's daughter and I pray that she still has her fight in her.

I am heading back to the hospital where I continue to spend nights. There were two potential mix-ups in medicines, so it is important that you always ask questions and make sure they are being administered correctly.

I leave you with grateful appreciation for your support and good wishes, and most of all, your prayers. Please continue to pray for my mother.

G-d bless all of you who have been so kind to me during this very difficult month. Best, Francyne

[ January 31, 2006, 03:19 PM: Message edited by: F N Rosenstock ]

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#74339 - 02/01/06 12:44 AM Re: Taking Care of Mom
yepthatsme2 Offline
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Registered: 08/08/05
Posts: 816
Loc: Fredericksburg, Va.
FN...will continue to say prayers for you and your mom.
Please, continue to update us on her progress.

Thank-you for your time and extra energy here.

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#74340 - 02/01/06 07:46 PM Re: Taking Care of Mom
Dotsie Offline
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Registered: 07/09/08
Posts: 23647
Loc: Maryland
FN, thanks so much for you time spent with us during this difficult month. I will remember you and your mom in my prayers. I admire your devotion!

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#74341 - 02/02/06 05:34 PM Re: Taking Care of Mom
F N Rosenstock Offline
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Registered: 12/13/05
Posts: 19
Loc: Georgia
I am sad to tell you that my mother passed away yesterday morning. I am about to leave for the airport to attend the funeral, scheduled for Friday at 12 noon.

As hard as the next few days will be, I can't imagine coming back here to an empty house.

Your continued thoughts and prayers for her, and your kindness toward me are gratefully appreciated. Francyne

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#74342 - 02/02/06 06:19 PM Re: Taking Care of Mom
TVC15 Offline
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Registered: 09/03/04
Posts: 2538
Loc: North Carolina
I'm sorry to hear of your loss Francyne.
{{{{{Hugs}}}}}

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