We got quite a surprise Friday morning; we woke up and found son, Rusty home from TN! He was here in March for Cassie's gender reveal party so it was unexpected and so good to see him! We miss Keli and Anessa as they stayed home. This will be a quick trip for him as he will return to TN on Monday.
Rusty's visit had an unexpected impact on Mike, it made him feel better. :) Normally Mitt starts his morning throwing up and he didn't vomit the whole day. I could see his happiness that Rusty was here and his voice was happier too. Rusty went to Santa Rosa to spend the night with Tessa's family and Lacey and Brendan left for Redding. So we were alone for the evening.
Last night Mitt and I decided to go for a swim. The moon was beautiful, the water was warm and Mitt was amazing, he actually swam. The pool water takes pressure off his body and gives him relief, in the water he is almost his old self. It was a magical night seeing him happy and smiling and the moonlight on the water. I know I'll always cherish this memory.
We will be making more sweet memories as all four of our kids will be here on Sunday and we are so happy to be having a bit of unexpected family time! We really miss Keli and Nene so we will call them with FaceTime or Skype so we can share a little family love with our two, sweet TN girls.
Thursday the doctor changed Mitt's meds; he is now taking 3 morphine and 2 norco every 12 hours with 2 norco every 2 hours for break thru pain. It seems to have really helped take the edge off and I'm so grateful the meds seem to be managing his pain. They've assigned Mitt a new hospice nurse, her name is Chris...hmmmm I really hope she can live up to the name. ;) We will meet her next week and get the hospital bed. Erin our grief counselor will also be coming to talk with us.
Many thanks for your thoughts and prayers; especially for all the prayers for pain relief. Two good things happened...the medicine is working and the love is too!
I hope you have a wonderful weekend... I am really looking forward to ours. :)
What a wonderful surprise for both of you! I thought about you all day yesterday. Since we talk pretty much every day, I was worried when you didn't call. So happy to hear Mike had a good day. I remember his big smile when we were all in the pool a few weeks ago. I'm so grateful that you are making some good memories. Love you guys!!! Have a great weekend! Xoxo
ReplyDeleteSounds like a FINE weekend.
ReplyDeletePass on my Love and Hugs to everyone.
So happy to hear some good news! I'm glad to hear the prayers are helping relieve Mike's pain. Think of you often.
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So happy the kids will all be home for the weekend. You have great kids and you will have lots of fun times. Praying for you both daily. love ya Pam
ReplyDeleteI thinking of you two & I happy there has been some relief. The swimming sounds like a beautiful evening!! Love you Happy Anniversary!!!
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