I debated on whether to even post because I usually keep my blog about the lighter side of life, but I have been getting a lot of emails and messages asking about my trip to Maine last weekend and wondering where I am and if I am OK so I decided a quick post was the way to go to reach as many as possible.
I am fine and my trip was wonderful – more on that later when time permits. But just when I was getting caught up in chores and laundry and getting pictures taken of my new treasures and dealing with all the other stuff that happens when you dare to take off for a few days, my dad was rushed to the ER with rectal bleeding yesterday afternoon and that is my concern right now. My mom and I spent the rest of the day and part of the night there with him. He isn’t bleeding anymore but they need to find out why that happened so they admitted him. He is supposed to have tests, like a colonoscopy, to get to the bottom of this. But when I spoke to him just now - not a thing was done all night. No prep drinks, nothing. He hasn’t even seen a Dr even since 7:30 ish last night. He's 88 and handicapped ...and has a heart that doesn't pump at full speed - they should take that into consideration. I tried to get some answers from his floor nurse and she knew nothing either. (I am his health care proxy and next of kin.) And this is at a top notch world renowned medical center too. It is very frustrating to say the least.
So my focus will be on parents for the time being. Making sure my dad gets the care he needs and making sure my mom is OK too. I’ll be back when I can. If I don’t answer emails or comments or moderate your comment or read blogs, you’ll know why. Please keep my dad in your prayers if you are so inclined. Thanks so much!
hugs, Grammy Linda
57 sweet friends left a comment here!:
Glad you posted. Many will be thinking of you all and praying for good results, Linda. Your Dad is in good hands...yours and God's.
Lynne
dlynne172@yahoo.com
My grandfather has been going throught the same exact thing for the past few months & they do not know what is wrong with him either. It is so frustrating when we pay so much for health care & our doctors are supposed to be top notch!! I will definitely keep your dad in my prayers & the rest of your family as well! Make sure you take care of yourself while taking care of your parents!!!
xoxo
Katie
Definitely! I hope you get the answers you need soon. Take care and know that we are keeping you and your family in our prayers.
Linda,
My prayers are with you and your family. *hugs*
Take Care,
Debbie
I'm praying for your daddy right now Linda. You and your mom hang in there. We serve a mighty God and he will bring your dad thru this.
Not trying to sound like a know it all, but maybe have them check his iron levels. My dads level was off the charts and this had caused him to have rectal bleeding. Another time his doctor had prescribed too high of dossage of aspirin for him to take and after some time, the same thing happened again.
Blessings,
AMY
Oh, Linda ... I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad and the lack of attention he's getting at the hospital right now. I will most certainly be keeping you all in my prayers. I so hope he gets the attention, healing, and care that he needs/deserves.
(((HUGS)))
Will be thinking of you, Lin.Having a elderly mom that I also care for, I know how you feel. What people do that do not have a nurse in the family is beyond me because the system is so screwed up. Hope all goes well. Keep me posted.
Oh Linda! I certainly will keep all of you in my prayers! It is hard for us when our parents aren't feeling well, and I know you feel such a huge responsibility to help them get the best care possible! And of course take care of Mom too! I have been going through that recently as well...so I understand! Take care of you, too!
Sorry your dad is having these problems. Prayers of course.
Hi Linda,So sorry to hear this. I will keep your dad and family in my prayers.Sherri
Oh my..certainly! Prayers being said this moment, and only good thought coming your way for you and your dad...hope all goes well.
Oh Linda, I will pray for your family! I hope things are resolved quickly!
Take care, Kimberly
Whenever I see a post with this title, my heart is in my mouth.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Linda. I wish I could be there to offer some assistance. I'll be thinking about all of you. {{{hugs}}}
Oh my sweet friend! I am praying very hard that your Dad will get the care he needs and be okay. And also that you & your sweet Mom will have peace and be comforted by the Lord during this.
I know how scary this is for you and your family. Take all the time you need, as family is much more important than anything in the world.
Hugs,
Carolyn
My prayers are going out to your Dad and of course all of your family! It's sad that we need to be so vigilent about our health care...you are a great advocate for your da I'm sure!
I hope all goes well with your Dad and that you and your Mom can stay strong. You will all be in my prayers.
Prayers will be with you and your dad...same thing happened to my FIL just recently!...scary thing...had to go to the ER 2 times til finally they decided to do some indepth testing cuz he was bleeding pretty good!...strangely enough...hemorroids!...didn't know they could bleed that much!...but depending on how bad they are...they can produce alot of bleeding!...so, keep up your spirits...cuz it might just be something simple.....hugs, char
My prayers are with your dad, yes family takes front and center! Please let us know about him when you can.
you take care!!!!
Linda,
I'll be thinking of your Dad. I hope they find an answer and do it soon...not make him wait any longer!
Hugs!
Leslie
My thoughts and prayers are with you right now. I am praying for a full and speedy recovery for your dad. I am also praying for wisdom for his health care providers, and lots of peace for the family. Blessings to all of you.
I just said a prayer for all of you, Linda. Take care and I will continue to pray for your dad.
He's in my prayers, Linda. I really hope they get with it at that hospital. It's so frustrating to say the least when this kind of thing happens.
hugs,
Pam
Thanks for letting us know so that we can be praying. Have a blessed day!
I WILL be praying for him for sure Linda.
Robin~♥
Oh Linda,
Prayers are going up right now for your dear father. It's so frustrating when tests are not done in a timely fashion and no one seems to know what's going on. I pray they will have some answers for you soon and that everything will be okay. Hugs, Loretta
sending good thoughts and prayers to your family
Dear Linda....Your Dad and you and your Mom will all be in my prayers. I know how non-sensical and frustrating healthcare is today. Both my parents are very ill with serious and potentially fatal outcomes.I truly feel your pain! Let's hope this is something treatable, and he will be sitting at your house Thanksgiving eating a huge meal!
And never worry about sharing with Blog Friends what is on your mind...We Care.
Hugs, Prayers, and Blessings..., Dale
Oh Linda,
Your Daddy will be in my prayers, as will your Mom and you too. Hang in there.
Love,
Kris
Wishing you the strength to help your parents. Hope he gets answers soon.
Linda, we will certainly keep your Dad and Mom and you in our prayers for a speedy recovery. Sounds like you are on the right track trying to get all the answers. Keep it up and don't forget to take care of yourself too....Hang in there....Sherie
Your father is in my prayers...Lisa
Heal this precious man oh Lord and he will be healed. Save this precious man oh Lord and he will be saved. for You are the the One I praise. Comfort him, strengthen him, grant him peace Father God. You truly are the Great Physician and right now with man, things are impossible, but with You all things are possible. You can get things moving Lord God in a way that no Dr., nurse, or administrator could!
amen amen amen
Oh Linda, you know you and your family have my sincere prayers! I pray that the medical staff will realize the seriousness of this and the health your Dad is in and get things started stat!!! A family should not have to deal with this, but it seems to be the norm unless you have an advocate that has to become very demanding. It seems we have to become the person we are not so fond of to get things done. Try to stay optimistic. Lean on each other during this trying time but know that God truly carries us through tough times. Just know that we all care and will keep you close to our hearts,thoughts and prayers. Hugs to you and your Mom! Sherrie
Linda,
So sorry to hear about your Dad I will keep him and your family in my thoughts I know how you feel waiting and wondering when a parent is sick.
Prayers going up for you Dear Dad, and also that his health care providers step in and take action NOW! I know it's not always a serious thing when there's rectal bleeding (even profuse), but still a definite concern to check out completely & quickly. My dad had this a few years ago and it was a benign polyp. Also, my FIL is 88. Still doing pretty well, thank goodness.. and I hope the same for your Dad! Keeping your family in my prayers! -Tammy
Prayers going out for your family...remain a strong advocate for your dad, and be vocal...unfortunately, our family learned that this is sometimes the only way to get through to medical personal sometimes.
Huge Hugs,
Anne
Linda...you Dad and Mom and you and yours are in my thoughts and prayers. I will be thinking of you all!
Oh Linda, so sorry to read this...I will surely keep your dad (and you and mom) in my prayers.
I hope things are a bit better today?
I'll be thinking of ya girl...
Take Care,
Kath♥
Oh Linda, So sorry to read of the difficulties your dad is having right now. I am praying that all will turn out well. Hugs to you, Janie
Linda~so sorry to hear about your dad..I will certainly remember all of you in my prayers~Kathy
Whenever I see this title in a post, it makes my heart skip a beat with earnest concern. I will certainly be praying for your dad and your family.
Hugs to you ~Birgit
Linda, you can be sure I will pray for your sweet dad. I hope that all is soon well with him and that he can be home with his family that loves him.
pam
You are all in my prayers. Take care of yourself as well.
~Melissa~
I'm praying that the tests ( and hope they get them done asap) come back with nothibg serious...Maybe just a polyp that ruptured ???
Robin
I will be praying for you and your family.
Of course. Praying that all works out for you and your Mom and Dad. Julie
How thoughtful it was for you to take the time to tell us all about this during your crisis!
As a former nurse, I understand how frustrating it is trying to get answers during times like this. There are so many unknowns and that causes a great deal of stress. I left the healthcare field because even I was frustrated with the system.
I will pray for your dear dad and for you and yours to have a sense of peace during this most difficult time!! *hug*
Again, I am so impressed with your graciousness and caring for your friends here.
Best wishes from a new follower.
Beth
http://mehitablepuddingtonscupboard.blogspot.com/
Yes Linda, we will all keep you and your Dad in our prayers. Take care of yourself too.
Hugs,
Donna
Yes Linda, we will all keep you and your Dad in our prayers. Take care of yourself too.
Hugs,
Donna
Thanks for letting us know what's going on so we can be praying for your dad. I can understand your concern AND frustration. I pray that by now they have done testing and know how to begin treating him. Send updates when you can.
Prayers for Dad and YOU!! So sorry he is not getting the attention he needs. Please keep us posted when you can. Hugs!!!
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!
Donna
Linda,
Your father is in our prayers.
Big hugs to you
My prayers are with you at the difficult time. blessings, Dawn
Will be keeping your Dad in my prayers. Do keep us posted on what you find out.
Hugs.
So sorry to hear of your fathers health issues, I hope by now they have him stabilized and comfortable. With the bleeding stopped, I guess the best thing to do is stop and think which test are most needed and in what order they are needed. As a former XRay Tech and having a daughter an RN we have both seen cases where MD's moved to quick with bad results.I hope today has brought better news. Prayers for you and the family for his speedy recovery and homecoming.
By the way I am also Grammy Linda to two grandsons.
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