I arrived in Dallas last night and saw Mom throughout her visiting hours today. She is at a top notch facility where (and I am not lying here) any one of us could feasibly do a wedding in the atrium/lobby - it is THAT beautiful.
Anyway, Mom was rather groggy and disoriented this morning @10am but she knew who I was and was somewhat glad to see me. She is in an ICU unit so the nurse/patient ratio is small and her needs are being tended to quite diligently. Not any better or any worse than they would be if she was in a top NY hospital. As the day progressed, her speech was more intelligible and her awareness of her surroundings was more clear. She was cranky and agitated but not in pain - just discomfort. They said she isnt on pain meds which is good because people get addicted to that stuff.
I was able to show her the pictures from my first fitting and she was happy to see them. She knows we have plans to see the florist this week and my hair trials but I assured her that I would send pictures so when my OTHER sister arrives, she will show them to her. I am trying to keep her in the loop as much as possible.
The last visiting hour was from 8-10 but Mom was zonked so we left early. It is also an hour earlier here.
Nitty gritty - I am very confident in our decision to have mom's surgery in Dallas. To have moved her prematurely for the sake of our convenience would have been disastrous for her and for us. She has a long road to recovery but I am also confident that she will be at my wedding. Thats all I want. Even if she doesn't walk down the aisle with me, it would be equally as wonderful to see her face at the end of the aisle in a wheelchair.
Take care of the ones you love. I MISS YOU ALL!!!
jenheartsrob
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Leslie, thanks for the update. So glad to hear that things are going well (and that the signs from dad keep coming!)
Soon2BeMrs2006
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so happy to hear shes doing fine. I hope she continues for a speedy recovery.
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Leslie, I'm so happy that your mom is doing fine and the surgery went well! I wish her a speedy recovery.
evnme
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leslie, if you want, i will say your mom's name for the mi shebeirach list during services at my synagogue....
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Leslie- I'm very happy to hear your Mom is in such a great facility. It must ease your mind to be able to see for yourself what kind of care she is receiving; as well as seeing your mom in person. I'll continue to keep your family in my prayers and look forward to more good news from you.
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Posted by evnme
leslie, if you want, i will say your mom's name for the mi shebeirach list during services at my synagogue....
That would be lovely. You have FM.
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Leslie- I'm very happy to hear your Mom is in such a great facility. It must ease your mind to be able to see for yourself what kind of care she is receiving; as well as seeing your mom in person. I'll continue to keep your family in my prayers and look forward to more good news from you.
She thinks she is in the worst hospital ever. Couldnt be further from the truth. Every one of these nurses and doctors are full of that 'southern charm.' The care is equivalent to the care she would have gotten in NY sans attitude. Texan's handle bull sh*t in a much nicer way.
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It's good to hear that your Mom is on the road to recovery. I am sure it was a relief to actually be with her these past days. Wishing her a very speedy recovery.
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Glad to see everything is getting better. I'll keep praying for you and your family.
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Glad to hear that surgery was successful and that your mom is on the road to recovery.
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I AM SO GLAD YOU ARE SEEING YOUR MOM AND THINGS ARE BETTER I AM STILL PRAYING
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So glad things are working out, Leslie. Thanks for the update. Im praying for mom's speedy recovery!!!
Kim51103
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So glad she is doing well!!!!!
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I'm so happy to hear that your mom is doing well. I pray for a speedy recovery and a safe trip home.
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It's wonderful that you are there and getting to spend some time with your mother. I'm sure seeing her made you feel better. I will pray for a speedy recovery.
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oh Leslie... so happy to hear that mom is doing well!!!! Now that you have seen her and can rest a tiny bit easier, enjoy your free time if there is any and rest!!!!!
Goldi1021
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Mom tried to give me a guilt trip today. I think she will be fine!
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Mom tried to give me a guilt trip today. I think she will be fine!
What?? A jewish mother trying to give a guilt trip?? Such things you say!!!
I think that's a big indication that she is going to be okay!! Glad to know she is feeling much better, or at least enough to give you a guilt trip!!
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She feels crappy but she is aware. The meds that doped her up and made her loopy have really worn off. She is soooo uncomfortable and probably more sore from the bruising than the incisions.
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She was very cute. We think she was talking in her sleep as she kept pulling on her sheets telling my father to move over. It was sweet.
Leslie, I always get goosebumps when you talk about your father's presence! I think he's really there with you guys!
