In my last post, I alluded to some difficulties with my father in law, lovingly known on the blog as Johnny Reb.
Those difficulties have since grown to.. well, shoot I don't even know how to say how much the issues have grown. Exponentially. Astronomically. Too friggin much in too short a time frame, indicating a serious underlying condition.
Johnny Reb is currently hospitalized. He is fighting off infections in his kidneys and brain, along with a sludge filled gallbladder. (For those newer readers, Johnny Reb had an extremely severe adverse reaction to anesthesia for shoulder replacement surgery almost two years ago. Since then, we have seen a slow and steady continuing decline in his health, culminating in the events that began early this month and ended with him hospitalized in serious condition now. What will happen next is yet to be seen.)
This has been an extremely trying time for the family. It has been heartbreaking, filled with fear, concern, worry, tears, exhaustion and still more worry, tears and exhaustion. But the good part is Johnny Reb is where he is getting excellent care. My Mom in law can sleep at night for the first time in months. We no longer listen for the phone to ring in the middle of the night, wondering if tonight will be the night that something drastic HAS to happen- because drastic already has.
Until we know more, until things can settle down a little bit, we are going to have our hands full keeping things rolling as best we can. Please say a prayer for Johnny Reb, his doctors and care givers, and for the family to have the strength to be able to handle what lies ahead for all of us.
I'll be back when I can to give updates. Please--- if you want to zap an email, DO SO!!! Hearing from folks, looking at photos of hooves, horses, kids, cars, firearms-- shoot anything to distract us a bit from brooding is always welcome.
In the meantime- kiss your horses. Hug your kids. Enjoy those around you who have abundant health, and treasure it.
Happy hoofin
~MM
32 comments:
I'm so sorry he's taken a turn like this--a sad and trying time for your family. It does sound, by your posts, that he is surrounded with love, and he certainly has my prayers. Best wishes to you all.
Prayers on on the way and I am so sorry for this difficult time. Miracles can happen and we are hoping for one soon. God Bless your father in law and hoping he gets well soon.
I'm sorry thing have gone from bad to worse. Of course you have and your family have my prayers and good vibes.
Very sorry to hear you are going through this...
Many hopeful & heart-felt wishes for Johnny Reb and your entire family!
I will continue to pray for Johnny Reb, and you and your family. God bless.
He's in my prayers, as are you.
We'll be keeping all of you in our prayers girl. Chin up!
You and your family are in my thoughts. Take care of each other.
We will be praying for all of you.
Prayers for all y'all and BIG love from up North!!
Very sorry to hear of the troubles - keeping you in our thoughts.
Sorry to hear about Johnny Reb's troubles... Thinking of you guys and sending good wishes your way. Update us if you can...
Give the Locust Brothers some extra hugs from me, okay? ~spotz58
So sorry to read this, MM. Keeping you all in my thoughts.
Hi girl,
Sorry to hear about this. I know how you feel, dealing with my MIL crisis is and ongoing battle. Chin up, I am sending happy hugs from me and the Frank.
*Hugs all around*
Hopefully everyone is getting caught up in their rest. I know it was a very trying few days for all of you. Praying that the lines of communication stay open and the whole family stays involved.
Sent you a message on FB with some interesting hoof pictures.
Seems like the universe is playing dirty with lots of my friends. Prayers for you and your family.
Mom, the phrase you were looking for is Epic Proportions.
Get some sleep tonight. You don't have to listen to the phone. And you know Johnny Reb is in good hands.
You know where to find me, any time you need me. Just shout if you do!
Love you!
So sorry to hear about Johnny Reb. Thinking of you and your family, stay strong.
Sending good thoughts your way. I hope your Father-in-Law makes steady improvements. Stay strong.
We're a little slow on the uptake, but it doesn't mean we haven't been thinking and praying for you. It looks like a lot of people are helping keep the vigilance for you here. You are loved...and our best to Johnny Reb.
Juanita
Prayer said. Many more to come. Hope that they help.
Mrs Mom--Thinking of you and sending wishes for strength and tranquility your way. This is such a hard place and I have been in it before with family members. All you can do is take it one day at a time. Hang in there.
Will be keeping you and yours in my thoughts and will hope that Johnny Reb is able to fight that infection and find long term health once again.
*big hugs*
I am so sorry to hear that. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
On my, an infection on his brain explains lots of things. Hopefully he will be able to make a complete recovery from all these issues but I imagine it will take some time.
You all must be frightened but relieved at the same time to finally have an answer to this dilemma.
Hang in there!
OK! I must add, I screwed the first word verification and the second one came up "fungi" Considering all the past talk about thrush, I did have to laugh.... just a bit.
Just stopping by to let you know I am thinking of you all and keeping you in my prayers. So glad JB is in the hospital and getting the help that he needs and that you are getting some much needed rest. Hang in there my friend, you have lots of people keeping you in their thoughts and prayers! Love to all! xoxox
Hugs and prayers for Johnny Reb. Take care of you. We will always be here for you when you are ready to post.
Prayers are with you all, as always.
So sorry , will keep you and your family ,esp Johnny Rebb in my prayers
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