Great day today somewhat

jim and i
jim and i Member Posts: 1,788 Member
in Head and Neck Cancer #1

Well today has been a pretty good day. Jim was alert most of the morning and evening. His mind however is failing. He did not know my sister, Donna yesterday and he did not know my sister, who is staying with us for a few weeks, this morning. He kept seeing a dog on the front porch and a man in the house. He got emotional this morning about not being able to do for hisself and not being able to communicate on the phone with his oldest daughter. He did insist on using the walker to go to the bathroom a couple times and actually made it in and out all but slowly. He tried to eat a couple times but could only nibble a ver small bit. Yesterday his urine was the color of very strong tea but today it was lighter but less in volumn. I do not know if this is the rally before death they talk of or if this is another one of his spurts like he has had a couple of times. I was just thankful for it and enjoyed the day. I pray for a peaceful and restful night.

Blessings to you all.

Debbie

 

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  • Hondo
    Hondo Member Posts: 6,636 Member
    #2
    Hi Debbie

     

    When my Mother in law was passing she started to talk about things that happened 40 / 50 years ago, she was remembering the past. All my wife could do was to sit there with her and keep her talking until a few days later she went to sleep. She was way up in the 80’s and was a very wonderful Mother in law to have; I was so blessed to be a part of her family. I continue to pray for you both and that God will give you the courage and strength that you need as you both pass through the trials in this life. Remember what is written for all of us who believe “Content removed by site administrator”.

    God bless and keep you in your time of need

    Tim Hondo.

  • Skiffin16
    Skiffin16 Member Posts: 8,305 Member
    #3
    Can't Imagine...

    I can't imagine what you are going through...

    I feel bad of the situation, but happy that you have a few good days mixed in.

    I can only continue to offer my prayers and thoughts of a peaceful passing, and support for you.

     

    You were both on my mind and in my prayers yesterday at church..., and each and everyday.

    John

     

  • debbiejeanne
    debbiejeanne Member Posts: 3,102 Member
    #4
    debbie, you are remarkable

    debbie, you are remarkable and jim is one hell of a fighter!  i'm glad you had a good day and i pray for many more.

    God bless you,

    dj

  • jim and i
    jim and i Member Posts: 1,788 Member
    #5
    Today is the opposite of

    Today is the opposite of yesterday. Jim is out of it and sleeping heavily. I think he did to much yesterday in an effort to get better. I feel blessed that I was able to enjoy that time and pray for Jim's peace. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers. They really help.

    Debbie

  • hwt
    hwt Member Posts: 2,328 Member
    #6
    jim and i said:

    Today is the opposite of

    Today is the opposite of yesterday. Jim is out of it and sleeping heavily. I think he did to much yesterday in an effort to get better. I feel blessed that I was able to enjoy that time and pray for Jim's peace. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers. They really help.

    Debbie

    Ups and downs

    Debbie,

    I know how emotionally difficult this has to be for you. I'm glad you have your sister with you for support. Prayers continue to flow your way.

    Hugs,

     

    Candi

     

  • KB56
    KB56 Member Posts: 318 Member
    #7
    Jim

    Debbie, I'm sure there will be some good days and spikes of energy and enjoy those for sure.  We're all thinking of you and hoping that the time left is very special.

    Keith

  • Jan Trinks
    Jan Trinks Member Posts: 477
    #8
    Glad for a good day

    Debbie:

     

    Glad to hear y'all had a pretty good day.  Praying as always!

     

    Jan (Baketcase)

  • Jan Trinks
    Jan Trinks Member Posts: 477
    #9
    jim and i said:

    Today is the opposite of

    Today is the opposite of yesterday. Jim is out of it and sleeping heavily. I think he did to much yesterday in an effort to get better. I feel blessed that I was able to enjoy that time and pray for Jim's peace. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers. They really help.

    Debbie

    Sorry for the opposite

    Debbie:

     

    Just returned from Chatt. which was a wonderful weekend.  My friend's husband feels good; cooked breakfast for us all weekend and we partied all three nites!  Our partying was very tame; fish fry Fri. nite at their church, dinner with some friends Sat. nite and last nite a cookout at their younger son's house!  But Steve seems to be thoroughly enjoying himself and feeling good at the moment.  Hope Jim has more days like yesterday and hope he knows your sister next time.  Hang in there.  He's such a fighter and you're such a trooper!  I have my friends praying for y'all as well.  God Bless!

     

    Jan (Basketcase)

  • ahollie
    ahollie Member Posts: 84
    #10
    hope the good days are more

    hope the good days are more plentiful than the bad days for awhile!

  • donfoo
    donfoo Member Posts: 1,773 Member
    #11
    jim and i said:

    Today is the opposite of

    Today is the opposite of yesterday. Jim is out of it and sleeping heavily. I think he did to much yesterday in an effort to get better. I feel blessed that I was able to enjoy that time and pray for Jim's peace. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers. They really help.

    Debbie

    in my thoughts

    Hi Debbie,

    You both are in my thoughts daily. I hope you both find as much comfort as you can now.

  • wmc
    wmc Member Posts: 1,804
    #12
    It's so hard

    It is so hard on the loved ones and caregivers. May his passing be peaseful for both of you. Prayers always Debbie.

    Bill

  • Hondo
    Hondo Member Posts: 6,636 Member
    #13
    jim and i said:

    Today is the opposite of

    Today is the opposite of yesterday. Jim is out of it and sleeping heavily. I think he did to much yesterday in an effort to get better. I feel blessed that I was able to enjoy that time and pray for Jim's peace. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers. They really help.

    Debbie

    Hi Debbie

     Glad to hear Jim is resting well, as with all of us we have good days and we have bad days. will continue to you both in my prayers

    Tim Hondo

  • jim and i
    jim and i Member Posts: 1,788 Member
    #14
    Jan Trinks said:

    Sorry for the opposite

    Debbie:

     

    Just returned from Chatt. which was a wonderful weekend.  My friend's husband feels good; cooked breakfast for us all weekend and we partied all three nites!  Our partying was very tame; fish fry Fri. nite at their church, dinner with some friends Sat. nite and last nite a cookout at their younger son's house!  But Steve seems to be thoroughly enjoying himself and feeling good at the moment.  Hope Jim has more days like yesterday and hope he knows your sister next time.  Hang in there.  He's such a fighter and you're such a trooper!  I have my friends praying for y'all as well.  God Bless!

     

    Jan (Basketcase)

    Sounds like my kind of

    Sounds like my kind of partying. :) Thank you for all the prayers.

    Debbie

  • Greg53
    Greg53 Member Posts: 849
    #15
    wmc said:

    It's so hard

    It is so hard on the loved ones and caregivers. May his passing be peaseful for both of you. Prayers always Debbie.

    Bill

    Debbie

    Debbie

    I haven't been on the site much but always look for your posts when I do.  Sending my best to you and Jim!!
    Greg

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