Saturday, November 15, 2008
November 15th, 2008 am
It's 7:41 am. Yesterday was the first full day for all of us to be on the new floor, and Mary in her new room. It was an OK day. Even though I know that everyday is another step down the road, days like yesterday just seem to make it a little longer. Mary was a little confused about things yesterday, and also did a lot of sleeping. So far today, it looks like we may have another day like that. They came and woke me up around 5am because Mary was calling for me. She wants out of that bed. She wants me to help her out because the nurses won't. It's so hard to look at her, when she wants my help so bad, only to have to be the bad guy and say no. We seem to have the same conversation a lot. I know this is temporary, but it is very hard. Mary hates laying in the bed, and I think she is actually getting down a little. They say this is not uncommon. I will know more about the day as it unfolds. I hope that she can be a little more alert today, and less restless. I am scared that she is going to hurt herself. She tries to get out of the bed herself, and doesn't realized that she can't walk yet. She says that she can do it if I put my arms underneath her and help. How do you say no? I want to help her, but right now I can't. I know she is getting very frustrated. I hope when she gets rolling on the physical therapy, things will get better. Please pray for Mary today, and not to be selfish, but say one for me too. I need some strength. Thanks.
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Scott, Mary and family,
Just wanted to let you know that we are checking your blog daily and very excited about Mary's progress. If there is anything that we in the neighborhood can do to help you here, and allow you focus entirely on Mary's recovery, please let us know. In the meantime, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers daily.
Shelly Eager
Mary, Scott and Family. We have been saying prayers every moring and night for your entire family. I pray Mary will remain the strong fighter she has been and continue to make great improvements and pray for you Scott so you can remain Mary's rock and continue to be a source of strength for her. Thanks for keeping us all updated with the blog, you have moved us to tears with your words. You are trully sole mates. Hope you all have a great day, we will check back tonight. Heidi
Scott,
I have worked with Mary for over ten years and she is one of the strongest people I have ever met and her strength in this is even more proof of that. We are all praying for you, the kids and Mary. The love you two share is an inspiration to so many. Thank you so much for the updates.
Dear Scott,
Please take good care of yourself. You'll be a better caregiver if you are rested.I never knew how lucky Mary is, but I'm sure she did and does. You are a wonderful husband.Hoping for the best each day. (Cousin) Beth
Scott and family. We just want you to know you are all in our prayers. While I work at BCBS with Mary, I know her best from all the years when our daughters were in gymnastics together. Mary is a strong lady, and I know that with God's help, she will handle whatever comes. Take care of yourself. You and Mary have a great family, and that will help her get through this one step at a time.
Scott, I went through the same thing with my mother. The rehab center here in Quincy Was wonderful. I refused to leave her. They let me have a bed next to mother in the semi private room. My mother want to get out of bed also. I was lucky the nurses let me help. Get out of bed, dress, etc, Of courses I do that at Bridgeway here in Macomb with all types of strokes, accident clients brian injuryies and mental illniess etc. They were so thankful that I was there because they dont get to them right away sometimes. They said alot of family members dont care to stay. But they were so gracious enough to let me help them with the CNA work. I have been reading the blog everyday. They do get very tried. When they have a goodday the next day or so. You may hear her say she weak or very tried. Thats all normal. With prayer and the hard work she is doing and a loving family like you have and had to. That gives her the termination to get better. God bless you Scott. I had the joy working with you at Bonkers. Sometines it takes hard times to bring a family more closer then ever.
Sherri Mueller
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