EJ, we were away this weekend and this post got lost in the 'shuffle' of getting caught up. But very glad to hear that she has come thru the surgery so well at this point and I will be keeping her and you in my thoughts. How about finding her a pretty bed jacket. I don't know that they still make them, but in years past every woman who was in the hospital would receive one. Just a short frilly negligee type jacket to keep her arms warm, protect her modesty in front of visitors and make her feel pretty. I know she will probably be wearing those "Gucci" designed hospital gowns but something over that couldn't hurt.
Praying she snaps back amazingly well and were proud of how great you are as a friend. A friend in need is a friend indeed. bali
Toni...a bed jacket? I haven't heard that term used in many years. I don't know if they make them either, but that would be a good idea.
Well, I am home again. Visited for three hours, boy was it hot in the ward, and not a cup of tea in sight! She is doing okay, in a certain amount of pain, of course, tearful, lonely and bored. We gossiped, listened to the nurses gossiping, I helped her get comfy, I helped her take her medication as she can't swallow big tablets so needs them broken up and I straightened her bed for her, all the while nattering about everything and anything. He husband was supposed to have arrived at 5pm - he had promised her yesterday that he would go, but he sent her a text at 5 to say he was just going to the supermarket so would be there later. Her huntingtons doesn't appear to be any worse at the moment, but she was lying down so it is hard to tell, and unfortunately the staff cannot tell me anything as I am not family or next of kin. She gave me a huge hug and kisses and thanked me a million times for visiting and was thrilled to hear that people were preying for her and sending her good wishes. I can't go in tomorrow as I have my sister and her boys for the day, but 2 other mums are going in tomorrow, but I am going back on Friday and taking another one of her friends also. Tomorrow she hopes she will be able to have a bath, and I know that will make her feel better - I might get her some fancy bubble bath to take up on Friday.
Ej Thanks for update.. She will make it .. Just you being there is a great thing for her healing.. we are still praying and wishing her the best.. b
How lucky your friend is to have a good friend like you Emma. It must be heartbreaking for you to see her like that but heartening for her to have your support. I do hope she feels a little better soon, maybe a nice warm bath will help her. Loads of positive vibes coming your way, keep your chin up Emma.
Thanks for the update, EJ. She's with me in my thoughts during the day, and I'll keep sending positive vibes her way, and yours too. You're a good friend, Emma. *big hug*
Thanks again for the latest update. With you as a pal, her mood whilst recuperating is bound to be positive. Has she heard when they plan to let her go back home? I'll bet that she is looking forward to getting back to familiar surroundings. It sounds like you two had a nice visit. The fancy bubble-bath really sounds a good idea. Keep up the good work...we're keeping up the support.
So pleased to hear that your friend enjoyed your visit with her. I hope her husband did arrive see her after you left as the days spent in hospital really drag and seem soooo long. The idea of a nice bubble bath sounds the ideal pressie and I'm sure she'll love it. I've still got everything tightly crossed and I hope she makes good progress and can get home soon.
EJ, how about a nice body lotion or perfume/body spray. I know she enjoyed your visit and I know she will be glad to get home. Will she be able to manage on her own. I hope her husband did follow through with his intent on being there. Please keep us posted, and God bless you for being such a great friend.
Spent another lovely 2 hours with Debs this afternoon. Her spirits were definately up, but then several of us arrived together, so she had quite a party. She still has pain and is finding it incredibly hard to relax and sit still, but that is her Huntingtons. Fingers crossed, at the moment, she doesn't appear to be much worse than when she went in - see, so many positive cyber vibes doing their business and keeping her well. Keeping everything crossed that she continues to heal. Thanks for all of your thoughts, wishes and prayers. Such a great bunch of mates, you really are!
I'm really pleased to hear that Debbie doesn't seem worse off after her op EJ and I really hope her progress continues without any hitches now. If healing vibes from us help her, even a little, then I'll send a whole lorry load her way - every day!! :-D
It's a great report from you this time, EJ. It's so nice to hear that she is not going backwards. Perhaps this cyber support relly DOES help. Well, Debs continues to be in my thoughts and hopes. Fingers crossed that she can be restful and pain free as much as is possible. All the best.
I'm so glad she's doing fine, everything considering. You're a good friend, EJ. Give the gal a big hug from Norway next time you see her. She must wonder what kind of weird people you socialize with online. Strengthening vibes sent her way!
