Dear family and friends
Again I am sorry that this is so late in posting the time has been very busy.
The good news is that Andrea did get off the ventilator. It was a very scary time. Andrea was again amazing. The Pulmonary doctor told her she was a miracle because she had never had a patient survive her injury. We believe that is Andrea's strong will to live and everyone’s thoughts and prayers.
She is on continuous oxygen and still needs a lot of oxygen when she gets up but she is improving and they believe if she continues she won't need it for long in the future. She is still suffering with that terrible nerve pain everywhere. It makes it difficult for her to use her hands, move to get out of bed, stand or walk. She works so hard and little by little she is improving. She has had a few tearful episodes about it but she reminds herself of how bad she was after her first chemo and how she worked hard and it got better. She remains so strong, positive & hopeful for the future, she is very thankful to everyone who cares for her. Her doctors & nurses talk about how amazing and wonderful she is and how so many other employees ask about her. She has loved all the cards and my reading all the wonderful notes inside them. We spent some time with my reading her blog and all of your comment. It was really nice, thank you. Noreen she has really enjoyed all your cards, notes and the care package with the cute Mickey & Minnie mouse (and it did make her smile) and all the magazines, were really just the kind she liked and has started looking through them. It is really hard for her to look through them but she still enjoys them and I think it helps her feel a little more like what she used to do.
So thank you everyone for so much. This is really a hard time for Andrea and she is working hard so anything you all do for her is a moment that feels good in a day filled with hard work and pain.
They are discussing Andrea going home. However in last week she has needed blood and platelets. She also has had an ever increasing fever that they thought was related to one of medications however the fever has persisted and today she had a slight rash. So this morning she felt ruff and she had more tests but we are hoping for a short wheelchair ride off the unit. It will be the first time out of her room except for tests since February 7th. Wow what a journey this has been.
Thank you all so much for all that do for Andrea. Take care Love Andrea, Sharon, Joe & Kathleen
6 COMMENTS (CLICK HERE TO POST A COMMENT):
WOW-perfect timing. I only get on the e-mail about once/week when I visit Britta at the library. I'm thrilled that you're off the ventilator, Andrea. Miraculous is a great description of your improvement! Looks like I'll have to call the hospital first, before just surprising you there, in case you're actually at home. What a gift that would be. Hang tough, know you are loved and prayed for. I always add your name to the Prayers of the Faithful at Mass. How about us making plans to go to the zoo when you're much better, like we did before. I remember when you, Kathleen, Lauren, Britta, Sharon and I went when you guys were younger. I'm still "younger...at least I act that way", but that would be a lovely celebration. In the meantime, let God continue to wrap you and your family in his loving arms. With love, Lisa D (not to be confused w/Lisa T (that's what your Aunt Lisa and I were called when we worked together)
Dear Andrea, You go Girl! I keep praying that each day will bring you to better health. I hope you can go home very soon. Glad you liked the magazines, mice, and notes. Best wishes to you and your family. Noreen
Thanks for sharing the good news! Andrea, hope you got that wheelchair ride and were free from the confines of the room for a while. Your will and strength, bouyed by your family, friends and hospital staff, is incredibly inspiring. I mark each sign of progress with a smile and I can imagine the relief you feel when you reach a new milestone in your recovery. Much love and hope for ongoing strength is coming your way. Ann Shepherd
Oh Andrea! You keep fighting! and fighting! I love you. Aunt Deb XOXOXO
Andrea - You're doing just what you need to do. Keep fighting!!! WE NEED YOU! anna
Andrea,
This is So Cool Honey, I am So Very Proud of you. You are Very AMAZING !!! You are such a RAY OF SUNSHINE IN THE CLOUDY SKY!! We are Sending All Of Our Energy, Strength, Prayers, and Thoughts your Way SweetHeart..We Love and Miss You All With All Our Hearts. ♥♥♥ Love, Aunt Denise
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