Yesterday they moved my father out of ICU and guess where they put him? Right back where he started from, before all this nonsense happened, on the 6th floor, in the same room, in the same bed. Perhaps this a good sign and a 2nd chance at things. Now his physical therapy can start and he can begin his long road to recovery. It will be nice to not have him behind locked doors and that means no more picking up the phone to get permission to come in.
As I mentioned in my last post, things are moving slowly. My Dad definitely has those moments when he is "there". In those moments it's so wonderful and heartbreaking to see him. I just sit there and think does he know what's going on? Is he afraid? Is he in pain? Does he know us? And then I think if he does know what's going on---that this is his worst nightmare come true (as I mentioned earlier, his grandfather had a stroke at 62 and was paralyzed), even if just temporarily. His lungs are so full of junk and it's so painful to sit there and watch him cough, or worse yet, be suctioned. I have been praying for clear lungs so they can take that trach out.
A great friend of mine said it best in a comment--that this is the kind of test that none of us ever want to face but eventually all of us will and that faith of all kinds is what will get us through these tough times. He is so right. I continue to ask God for strength for all of us. I know that NOW is when the really tough part starts and when Dad is going to need us the most. I intend to be right there by his side. Whatever he needs...........
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I'm glad you are not giving up on your dad. It's hard to see someone like that... especially if you are not sure if they are aware of your presence. But know for that moment... whether you know it or not... whether he remembers it or not... you mean something to him. You are a comfort... and that means everything in getting through something like this.
ReplyDeleteWith all our prayers we can move mountains for Kraig. Unfortunately we have to go through these terrible times, all of us. I pray for strength for you all too.
ReplyDeleteMy nephew was born 3 months premature and all of the doctors said that he wouldn't make it. A baby in the next bed was in a car wreck and was expected to live. My mom was there EVERY day talking to him (he was so small you couldn't hold him yet) and no one ever visited the baby in the next bed. My nephew survived--the baby in the next bed did not. I believe in the power of love--it can move mountains just like faith. Even if your dad doesn't remember you being there, his heart knows your voice. I continue to pray for you all.
ReplyDeleteHaving been through a stroke with a family member, I can relate to what you are going through. It is a VERY slow process, this recovery, but it sounds as though he s coming back to you, little by little - and that is wonderful. This is probably one of the most difficult times you, as a family will face, but it's great to see how you are so supportive of each other - and your dad. Keep your faith, and keep doing what you are doing, and things will work out. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
ReplyDeletePeggy V
Great news!!! i been following daily and this is the BEST news yet....
ReplyDeletei really like your picture but it would be really GREAT if he was wearing a RAYS joisey lollll
thanks for the Updates...
Rigsy
Off to the hospital...love your posts, Lisa. You speak volumes for the whole family. We will all be there to support and root Dad on. I am so sad..and at times...I feel so all alone..and in the middle of the night...I wake up so frightned and confused...wondering if Dad is awake feeling the same feelings. I know that if love alone...can pull him through...he'll be fine. There are so many that love him...and are praying for him. All of my emails..and comments on flickr are so full of hope...love and inspriration. Total strangers feeling our love and pain and praying for him. God is listening..and will guide...I just know it. I'm hoping that being in the same room is a sign. Love him so...miss him so...but will never..and I mean NEVER give up on his recovery. Love you. Reading all of these comments from caring people make me teary-eyed...but hopeful...oh, so hopeful.
ReplyDeleteyou, your mom and dad are in my prayers daily. take care. I am hopeful he will recover. Your presence is the tonic he needs now...
ReplyDeleteSounds like things are moving in the right direction. FINALLY!! Times like these do test our strength, faith, love, patience, understanding, emotions, courage, anger, fear, and much more. You all will make it through. :-)
ReplyDeleteI remember going thru all this with my Dad. It was hard. But, I gained so much out of it. It gave me a new look at the way I did my job at the hospital and my life.
I am so happy to read this great update. The really hard work for him and you has just begun. Rehab is hard. He will get frustated and want to give up, but keep encouraging him and pushing him to the next level. The more he can regain, the better quality of life he will have.
Hang in there!!! Still sending love and prayers.
Michele (lizardgal) xoxooxo
I'm so glad that your Dad has been moved out of ICU - that has to feel better, to y'all and to him. He is so lucky to have such a loving family.....and it sounds like the family is lucky to have him --- what a blessing!
ReplyDeleteGod still works miracles - His timetable is just not always the same as ours, and He knows best....
much, much love and prayers coming your way from Alabama....
{{{{{hugs}}}}}
~Babs
(from flickr)
Such wonderful news to hear that he is well enough to come out of ICU...every little victory brings him closer to being home again. Having read all the earlier comments has to give you such comfort...hope, hard work, prayer, persistence, love most of all will strengthen his resolve to fight his way back. Each day is a new day! Take good care of all of yourselves..sending extra love for Mom ♥
ReplyDeletePeace to you all, Lila
still praying . im not so well too
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad he's out of ICU, sounds really good!
ReplyDeleteDiana (and Allison)
A non stop flow of prayers will make it ...
ReplyDeletelove to all