My Dad, could use a few prayers

[LadyJaye]

My dad is coming home from the hospital today into the care of Hospice. Since Jan 8th, my dad has been on a decline that was much more rapid than I ever would have thought. Up until Jan, my 78 year old dad walked at least 3 miles on the treadmill and lifted light weights 6 of 7 days a week and drove a sportscar. Today, he can't get out of bed on his own and can barely lift his head.

His decline started when the pain in his neck from 3 long ago damaged discs became unbearable and his first vist to the hospital this year came about mid January. Since that time he's been in and out of the hospital, suffered 4-5 mini strokes and in the span of the last three weeks as developed liver cancer, a blood clot in his heart, blood clot in his spleen gallstones (of all things) and his lungs are filling up with fluid. His cardiologist of some 15 years went in to his hospital room last night and told my mom and dad there is nothing they can do since his decline is so rapid and he is so weak.

If you have time, please say a little prayer for my dad to ease his pain and suffering and one for my mom to give her the strength to endure the coming days ahead.

[Troutman]

Prayers Sent. Hope he starts felling better Cheryl.

[motodog650]

Prayer said for comfort and peace for your dad and strength and encouragement for you, your mom and the rest of your family.

[highside]

Prayers sent, Cheryl.

[Barton72]

Prayers sent. Sorry for these tough times.

[Woodk61000]

Sent

[roadlizard]

our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family

[Trey]

Done Cheryl..

[Batgirl]

Done.

[Mortalis5509]

Prayer sent and I'm sorry to hear that.

[jkhonea]

Cheryl, you know y'all are in our prayers. If there is anything at all we can do, please don't hesitate to let us know. We'll do everything we can.

[Looni2ns]

Cheryl, y'all are in my prayers. May your dad find peace, and may you and your family find strength to handle the tough times, guidance with the decisions you make, and peace to accept all that is to come. Spend every moment loving him.

[i-man]

Consider it done, Cheryl.

[Photo Chick]

Prayers sent sweetie. And hugs too.

[GEORGIADAWG]

Prayers Sent Cheryl....Honestly the fact it's happening so fast is a blessing so the pain won't last for years. Sounds like your Dad was much like mine. He lived a great life with the Volume full blast. Raised a dang AWSOME daughter too.

[patracy]

Prayers sent.

[bluerider]

Prayers sent, my mom is getting close to that age so I feel ya.

[dalewman]

Prayers sent up.

[sanee]

prayers sent

[flygirl]

prayers sent

[Musicman]

prayers sent. I hope the best for him.

[MX Tuner]

So sorry to hear this. Prayers said.

[BBDAD]

Prayers sent.

[drewboy222]

Prayers sent Cheryl. If there's anything we can do to help, just let us know!

[Billy]

Prayers sent.

[Hammerhead]

Prayers sent.

[Eandrews]

Many Prayers sent from Chris and I Cheryl!

[Todd]

Cheryl, i am SOOOOOOOO sorry to hear of all this. I know there is nothing any of us can say in this time to make you feel better, but know we all are thinking about you. If there is ANYthing you need, you know who your friends are, please dont hesitate to let us know what we can do, even if its just an ear to bend.

Missi and I are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Having lost both of my parents in a 5 year span, both very suddenly, and both before they were 60 years old, i know the hurt you're going thru. :(

[LadyJaye]

Thanks all, yesterday was a tough day. Dad arrived home around 1 and meds finally showed up around 6. He's having a lot of trouble breathing since his lungs are filling up rapidly so, as you can imagine he was miserable. Today is better, we got a much better nurse in this afternoon and she showed us a few tricks. My sister, brother in law, mom, Steve and I have set up shifts and it's my down time at the moment so I'm at home right now. I appreciate all the prayers and good thoughts, unfortunately, he's not going to get any better so all I can do is hope that it happens as quickly as all this started. My mom's is being strong, but I have a feeling after its all over, she'll need lots of support. We're a lot alike in that way, there's a job to do, we'll worry about "us" when its done.

And yes Todd, I know who my friends are and appreciate all of them, promise. I'll let you guys take me out for drinks once everything is over.

[wolverine]

I pray for you and your family

[jtryz]

sent, home is going to be good for him......

[X-Man]

Prayers sent, nice that your bringing him home.

[Sanchez]

I'm so sorry to hear that, Cheryl. :( There is no better way to leave this world than surrounded by loving family, and everyone should be so lucky as to have a daughter like you.

[LadyJaye]

Last night was not a good night. He was up an average of every 10 - 15 minutes and was fairly combative some of that time, even with the morphine. My 2-5 am shift ended up being 2-9 am as I didn't want my mom to have to deal with that by herself. Today though is a completely different story, he's been sleeping like a baby since about 7:30 am and no morphine since 11:30. Only hope that keeps going tonight, it's my sister's turn to spend the night so I'll keep my fingers crossed for her. I'll be getting some sleep tonight, checking in at work and back at it again tomorrow.

Thanks again for all the prayers and kind words. It is nice to have him at home, I feel like on some level it gives him some comfort and it sure is a lot quieter than the damn hospital. I appreciate you all letting me vent a little here. Sigh.....

[jdread]

Prayers said.

[Todd]

:( still thinking and praying for you guys, Cheryl.

[ninjagirl06]

Hey Girl,

So sorry to hear about your Dad, I'll be lifting you and your family up in prayers.

[LadyJaye]

Thanks all, my dad slipped away in his sleep about 3:30 last night. He's at peace now and my mom was with him when he passed. Now, if I can just get her to get some sleep so I don't have another parent to take care of.......

[Georgiacbr]

Thanks all, my dad slipped away in his sleep about 3:30 last night. He's at peace now and my mom was with him when he passed. Now, if I can just get her to get some sleep so I don't have another parent to take care of.......

I'm SO sorry My thoughts go out to your family.

Eric

[meghan]

Prayers sent to you and your loved ones, Cheryl. I'm so sorry for your loss. Please let us know if there's anything at all that we can do to help. :(

[wicked]

will keep you and your dad in my thoughts

[Ogre]

Wow Cheryl, I am so sorry to hear! You know I am here if you or Steve need anything. May your Dad rest in peace and may the rest of your family find some peace over the coming weeks.

[jkhonea]

Oh Cheryl, I'm so sorry to hear about this. If there's any solace to be had, he was at home with those he loved and those that loved him. With what you had said about how his condition was deteriorating, he's not sot suffering anymore and is finally at peace. May he rest in peace and please let me know of anything we can do to help.

[Todd]

:( at least he went peacefully and loved ones were with him. So sorry for your loss Cheryl.

[steve c]

Its been a busy and sleepless weekend. Cheryl, her mom and sister have been managing things really well. Your thoughts and prayers make a big difference and are much appreciated.

- Steve

[Barton72]

Cheryl, Very sorry for your loss.

[Troutman]

So Sorry for your loss.

[Batgirl]

Very sorry for your loss.

[Looni2ns]

Cheryl and Steve, I'm so sorry. Will keep you in prayer.

[Gmoney]

Very sorry for your loss - your in our prayers

[highside]

Cheryl,

I know at this time words don't help much. But please take comfort in the thought that you have many people thinking about you and praying for you and your family. My deepest sympathies for your loss.

[Butthead]

God Bless to you and your family Cheryl.

[Trey]

Many blessings to you and the fam Cheryl... I am glad he was with family in his final moments... But I know the pain does not go away..

He is in a much happier better place now.. May God bless you and yours..

[Hammerhead]

My condolences Cheryl, I know this has to be a tough time for you. May peace be with you & your family.

[LadyJaye]

Thank you everyone, your support, prayers, and kind words really do help. I can say that I am glad that we had three whole days with him at home as I think he had a few things to "settle" before he finally rested. Mom seems to be handling things well, my sister has a new husband to lean on and Steve has been a trooper with me. Taking some down time this morning and then back to my mom's to manage the visitors and the rest of the stuff that goes with the end of life. There won't be a big funeral as that wasn't what my dad wanted, we'll have a memorial for him at the end of the month at somewhere other than a church or funeral home. It will be good to hear some of the old stories from his friends, he was quite a character in his day.

[jtryz]

sorry Cheryl.

i lost my step father, Norman, when I was 18 due to cancer. He was like a father to me , I understand .. very sorry for your family but I am sure he will always be with you. Get better and get some rest.... Just think of Rio Bravo andthat will cheer u up... LOL

[LadyJaye]

Just think of Rio Bravo andthat will cheer u up... LOL

Well, it made me laugh anyway. I was thinking of Susana the other day, ever talk to her?

[jtryz]

havent seen her in moons

[willr1]

My prayers are with you and your family during this time of grief. My aunt past away last month, before she died she told me she was lucky that she was going to heaven and sad that we all had to stay here. I thought that was odd, but afterwards, I knew she was right.

[haus en heimer]

Sorry to hear Cheryl.... I hope the pain and discomfort eases.

[calib0rx]

Cheryl, I'm sorry to hear about your dad. My wife just went though a similar situation over the past few months, that's why we moved back to GA from CA so she could take care of her mom in her last few months. My wife and I send our prayers, and don't forget you're blessed that you have a close family :)