2/17 Shadow AMPS=131~~PMPS=234

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AMPS=171 ~2.75u Lev
+4=54
+5=60
+6=64
+7=64
+9=58
PMPS=161 ~2.75u Lev
+4=171
+7=84
AMPS=131 ~2.75u Lev

Yesterday
Happy Friday Eve to you all. shadow is doing well with 4 Ps yesterday and 3 so far today. He is his usual happy self and I am so thankful for him and his lovely numbers. I do hope that there is some healing going on with these nice greens and blues.

OT: My DSIL has come to the end of her long battle with lung cancer. She was rushed to the hospital on Monday morning and is now on a breathing tube and sedatives. They lowered the sedatives yesterday and to everyone's surprise, she was lucid and recognized everyone in the room. She pointed to each one and they went and stood next to her bed, holding her hand. the breathing tube makes speaking impossible, but she is doing her best to communicate under the circumtances.

DH had flown up yesterday and arrived in the afternoon just as this was happening. Since Monday morning with the heavy sedation, she was unresponsive to her loved ones standing around her. Her strength of will has allowed for this final goodbye to everyone. Hew body is destroyed with cancer and swollen with the fluid that is accumulating. They are going back today at 10am but with her condition, it is very difficult to make the end of life decisions that might have come easier while she was unconscious. The doctors have said that the cancer is too far gone for her to have any quality of life from this point on and that this is the end time. The DNR is in place and her family will be with her this morning. I am not sure if they will shut down the oxygen today or if they will hold off for as long as possible.

My DH insisted that I NOT go with him since my condition has not improved at all since starting my medication. I know it will kick in soon, but for now, he said he did NOT want me going up there with all the stress of flying and what is going on. He said the last thing we need is fro ME to get sick or have a heart attack while up in NY! So, I sit here waiting for news on the situation, feeling very sad that I am not there to bid farewell to my DSIL. There is much sadness around here and I hesitated to write about this to you all, but then I decided to ask for your prayers for her and her family. It is a very sad and difficult time, but the last stage here while she is awake is like a gift to them....a last chance to bid adieu. If you have any spare vines or prayers, we would all appreciate it. Sending love and hugs to you all... :YMHUG:
 
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Pat, I am very sorry to read about your DSIL .. We are currently dealing with the same thing in our family and I know how hard it is to have these final goodbyes. I pray that your DSIL finds peace and comfort with her family there these last few days.
 
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I am so sorry to hear about your DSIL, I know how hard it is to watch someone you love lose the battle to cancer. My prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time.
 
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Good morning, ((((((((((Pat)))))))))))


I am so sorry about your DSIL. I have as many spare vines and prayers as you want! I hope she has a peaceful, pain-free time with her family and that there is some comfort for her loved ones. I know how difficult this can be. :YMHUG: :YMHUG: :YMHUG: :YMHUG:

Beautiful numbers for Shadow today, I hope he and Raja bring you some happiness during this sad time.
 
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Good Morning Pat. Shadow is giving you a very nice number this morning. :smile: Yesterday was so beautiful, I hope he continues that green streak.

I'm so very sorry about your DSIL. Prayers for a comfortable and peaceful passing for her. Prayers also for acceptence and comfort for your family.
 
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I am so sorry to hear about your DSIL, but it sounds like she was able to give her family a precious gift by acknowledging each one of them in the room. This is something that they will always remember and hold close. I hope you are feeling better and I know it was a good decision for you not to go with your DH. You need to get stronger before doing anything that will be not only physically draining, but emotionally also.

Prayers are with you and your family.
 
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Dear Pat, We are sending thoughts of comfort to you and especially to your DH and the family gathered at your DSIL's bedside. It is good that she knows that they are there. That alone will make her passing more peaceful for her and for them. Our prayers are with your family today.

Ella & Edward
 
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I'm sending you calming and loving thoughts today. I'm so sorry about Gerry. It does sound like she was given a gift of lucidity for her family to say their goodbyes. I think that will mean a lot to everyone. And your DH is a smart and caring guy to make sure that your health is first in his thoughts even during this sad time. I will cheer on your medications so they begin to work for you... go meds, go meds, go meds!

Shadow is lookin' good these days. Whatever you are doing agrees with him. :-D
 
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Shadow is doings so great....lovely numbers.

Dear Pat..... :YMHUG: :YMHUG: :YMHUG: :YMHUG: Mke and I are so so sorry to hear about your DSIL and send our prayers and tons of comfort vines for you, DH, and family. Also sending healing vines for you....I was hoping the meds would have kicked in by now. I hope your DSIL has a peaceful transition into the better place that awaits us all but we are so sorry for the pain your family is experiencing. Thinking of you all.
 
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((((((Pat)))))) I wish I could give all of you hugs in real life. I'm so sorry. I wish for a peaceful passing and that she makes the journey quickly. Cancer should not happen to loving good people and my thoughts are with you and your husbands family. I am thankful that she was able to say goodbye's - she must have needed that. It was a gift for her.
 
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Hi, Pat.. I am sorry to hear about your DSIL too :YMHUG:
Prayers of comfort & peace during this heartbreaking time.
Shadow is looking GRReat & I am thankful he is in healthy, healing #s too.
Happy Friday eve to you too & I hope your evening is enjoyable.
 
AMPS=131 ~2.75u Lev
+4=50
+4.5=48
+5=62
+5.5=83
+7=110
PMPS=234 ~2.75u Lev
Shadow earned his first <50 today towards the 3 he needs for a dosecrease. I think I overdid it with the Temptations at +4.5 when I gave him even more after the ones on the +4 snack. :-| Hope he brg=ings himself down....

Thank you all for all the loving support in your posts.
I have news......
They gradually took her off the sedatives and then gradually lowered the setting on the respirator. She had been alert when they all arrived in the morning. The doctor explained that she would probably not last too long when it came time for her to breathe on her own. the entire family was gathered somberly there at her side.....
They put some sort of small oxygen mask on her face and shut the respirator off completely.

She started to breathe on her own!
The rest of the day was spent with everyone just watching her nap on and off and then whisper some things every once in awhile.
Amazing, isn't it? She must have a strong will to live. The doctor now says the next episode could come in one day, or a week...or a month...but it will come. She is not in good health and her prognosis is very grim.
The fact that she is breathing on her own means that she will most likely go on her own terms at some point, with no tube down here throat. She hated that tube. This added time has been a gift to the entire family...and hopefully to her.
Ah the mysteries of Life....
 
Ah, yes the mysteries of life... well said. Today sounds like a true gift for your DSIL. (((Hugs to your family)))

Now Shadow.... whatever you are doing Pat, it seems to be working (except maybe for the Temptations overdose, hahaha!)
Those low numbers today are really beautiful to see. Now quick.... run to Walmart. You have a serious test strip addiction to deal with. :twisted:
 
Hi again, Pat, Your DSIL wasn't ready to leave yet. I admire that, and the fact that she wants to go on her own terms. Sending comforting thoughts to your husband, the family, and to you tonight.

Many hugs,
Ella

p.s. Shadow is doing great.
 
Hi Pat, I am just catching up on condos and was saddened to hear about your DSIL. I am sorry to hear, too, that the medications for your condition are not helping! It's hard when you can't be right there, but DH is right with you staying home. Lots of prayers, hugs and vines for you and your family.
 
Pat, I'm so glad your DSIL is breathing on her own, and doesn't have to have the tube. I'm sure it makes it easier to rest. It also makes it easier for the family. This is so hard for everyone.

Shadow, no diving tonight, your mama needs to sleep. :smile:
 
(((Pat))) You are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope the transition for her is easy. I'm glad she is surrounded by her family and love. Sending positive vines to you, your husband and the family. Take care of yourself. We miss your funny posts. I hope the meds kick in soon.

Shadow, what a nice day for your bean. Keep up the good work.
 
pat you and your family are in my thoughts and my prayers. I admire your DSIL - she wasn't ready yet, she will ho when she is, on her terms, peacefully. I hope the transition is easy for her. hugs from Mannie and me to you and your family.

Shadow is looking fabulous - what a great set of numbers he has had, you've done rally well with him.
 
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