Wednesday, April 25, 2007

My Mother

It has been a long couple of months.

My mom had a stroke yesterday. We were on our way to Minnesota for a quick visit. We haven't seen Trinity since the baby dedication, and she was excited and happy to be going. Instead she spent most of the night in the ER and then was transported back to a hospital near home.

Thankfully, she was seated in the car, so no fall or serious injury otherwise, as happened last time. This one is significant. She understands what we say to her, and she nods yes or no, but she cannot move her right side, has significant facial droop, and she, so far, can't swallow. She tries to talk but can't and that is distressing to her. I expect that she will be in the hospital for a few days and then probably will go to the nursing home. We'll see.

21 comments:

Anonymous said...

My prayers are with you and your family.

Nightmare

Jody Harrington said...

Ugh. Sorry to hear this, SO. Prayers for your mother and you.

Iris said...

(((Singing Owl)))

(((Singing Owl's Mother)))

My prayers are with you.

Jules said...

Praying for all y'all

LoieJ said...

Yes, it is significant, esp after the previous stroke. But what I learned from my mother's situation, which also included "aphasia" was that there can be significant improvement. They really push the therapy. Push push push.

Prayers, of course, to our Lord, for you and your mother.

I'm nearby this week :-), leaving Fri. morning.

Chris said...

Hugs and prayers, my friend.

Anonymous said...

We'll be praying in Georgia.

CaptainQuick said...

(((Singing Owl))) So sorry to hear about your mom's stroke. Prayers going up from Australia.

Psalmist said...

Dear Singing Owl! I'm so sorry. You and your mom are often in my prayers, and I'll be sure to include this most recent current challenge as well.

(((((((((S.O.)))))))))

chartreuseova said...

You and your family continue to be in our prayers.

Cathy said...

Praying for you and your mother and all who care for her.

Gannet Girl said...

I am so sorry. Prayers for all of you.

Anonymous said...

In our prayers. Always.

Reverend Ya said...

Hi dear one,
It's been awhile, but so glad to hear from you. My prayers are with you, your family, and your precious Mom.

"My Shepherd will supply my need..."

blessings,
Lydia

Mary Beth said...

Adding my prayers to the throng. So sorry you didn't make it to see Trinity, but confident you and mom will get to see her...soon!

will smama said...

Lord, hear our prayers...

Jeni said...

That is such sad news to read of your mother's stroke. Your mother and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers as you begin to pick up the pieces and see what options may come available for her.
Peace.

believer333 said...

I'm so sorry to hear this. Let us know how she is doing and what the outcome is to be.

hugs

Rachel Nguyen said...
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Rachel Nguyen said...

I am so sorry to hear about your mom.

((((((((((((Singing Owl)))))))))))))

Dr. Laura Marie Grimes said...

Love and prayers in this difficult time, dear Singing Owl.