Posted on 02/07/2005 3:52:54 AM PST by bd476
My Mother was admitted in critical condition Sunday morning to an ICU unit in the Midwest. I was told at 3:00 p.m. that she was stable, not to bother flying back "yet" and that she'd be monitored in ICU for a few days, but since then she has had to have CPR performed on her several times.
She requested they stop resusciating her sometime around 10:00 PST although they kept it up anyway (yeah brave nurses and docs!) so that a local sibling could get to the hospital in time.
Her blood pressure is normally very low, and it's dropped to frightening levels. Her only chance would be surgery, and they said her best chance for surviving the surgery was Sunday. She said she did not want the surgery on Sunday, that she would think about it and discuss it on Monday.
She is sleeping now, but local sibling doubts she'll pull through.
I'm a bit muddled right now, this was sudden and unexpected. No serious health problems preceded this.
My prayer is that she recover enough strength to say yes to the surgery, to survive the anesthesia and to recover completely so that my 10 year old and I can see her again, give her a few hugs, and watch her live another 10 years.
She's Southern by a long list of Virginian notable blood kin, she's Southern by Spirit and determination, she's got the heart, compassion and sensitivity of a Southern lady and a Midwesterner and she's a devout Christian.
I feel selfish in my prayer request, yet want God to determine her time. One nurse told me that she wouldn't last through the night and another told me to get on the earliest plane and fly back. Budget constraints are tight, and I'm also trying to find a place to board two cats.
Thanks in advance for any ideas on safe but inexpensive airlines and/or reputable online deals.
Most airlines have bereavement fares. Check into that.
Glad you posted a thread! May the Lord be with your mom and your family as you walk this road with Christ.
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I'll keep her and you in my prayers!
Prayers for your mother. She sounds like a wonderful woman.
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bd476, My prayers go up for your you and your family. May your mother Rest in Peace. Lord, please provide this family with comfort and peace. Surround them with your love. In Jesus' precious name. Amen
Cindy, Pegita, Salvation-Thank you for the pings.
Blessings,
trussell
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Prayers sent.
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Prayers for your mother.
Airlines have emergency in the famliy rates, I am pretty sure. Check them out.
Prayers for your Mom and your family.
Carolyn
Praying for your mother, you and your family.
I am praying for you. Remember God is in control and that you will see your mom again. Parting is hard but it is a comfort to know she is with her Savior. God bless you.
Oh, my dear. I'm so sorry. I will continue to pray for you and your family.
My heart goes out to you and your loved ones.
My God's peace be with you!
Sending prayers for your mother and all your family
Prayers on the way.
Most airlines will give you special fares for emergency travel. I have experienced using such an emergency fare - so I'm not making this up. Try a major airline carrier - and just explain your situation - if they won't help you - call a travel agent and see what they can do. They might be aware of which airline is providing such services.
I'll be in agreement with your prayer Cindy!!
I'm so sorry.
I'm so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family. May the Lord comfort you and your family. God Bless you!
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I am so sorry, dear FRiend ... continuing in prayer.
Pegita
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