My friend Pam

Hello everyone...Tuesday evening....

I spent 5 hours in the ER with Pam today. She cannot walk and her speech is even worse. More numbness too.

The test results came in. She has MS. She was admitted and will be there about a week. They need to get her symptoms under control. Pam is so scared. She is a Physical Therapist and is worried she won't be able to do her job. I try to reassure her things will work out. PLEASE keep more prayers, good thoughts, good vibes and hugs coming.

I am finally home and about ready to crash!!

I will be up at the hospital early in the AM again. Then I need to take Pam's mom to the Cancer Center to meet with her doctor at 10:30. They will discuss the scan she had yesterday. She doesn't know her cancer is back/growing. She will find that out tomorrow!! I am the only person they have around here. It will be a tough day!! Pam's brother is coming here on Friday to spend the weekend. Remember he just had a heart attack and had surgery. At least I will only have Pam to take care of for a few days!

I am not sure when I will be able to check in tomorrow. I may not have time until in the evening. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart!!

Know how much I love and appreciate everyone of you!! I am still praying for all in need!!

Love and hugs to all....connie d

Hi Connie,
Wow!  I feel really bad for Pam.  I hope she is able to continue working.  I know how physically demanding being a physical therapist can be.  I've had P.T. several times, and saw just how hard the therapists work.  They have to model the exercises in order to teach them to their patients.  They also do massage therapy, and often have to get on the table with the patients to manipulate their legs.  It's probably the most physically demanding job in medicine.  

I'll definitely be praying for her, as well as her Mom.  Also, you'll be getting my prayers for physical and emotional strength, as well as wisdom as to what to say this week, as you minister to Pam and all of her family members.  I know for me, being there physically and driving someone is easier than knowing what to say at such times of stress.

I'm glad you are feeling well enough to be there for Pam and her Mom.  It's good to see you out and about, helping your friend and her family.  Be sure to take your vitamins and carry protein snacks, like cheese sticks, or nuts.  I often get so busy, I forget to eat, and that is sabotage for me, because then I'll eat junk at the first opportunity.

Hugs and tons of love.
Trish

My prayers are with you, Pam and her mom. Hopefully they'll get everything under control quickly. Take care of yourself Connie.

Debbie

Wow  that is what we used to call a triple wammie for that family.  
prayers going up for that family and for you as you do your best to aid them.   

Connie,

Love & prayers coming from me. that's a whole bunch of stuff to be handling.

MS is a tricky disease because it comes and goes and is different for each person.

My sister was diagnosed on her 18th birthday and just turned 61 last week. She still lives on her own with some daily assistance. A bigger accomplishment than the doctors all predicted.

When Pam feels a bit better, see if there is an MS support group near by. that helped my sister so much. especially when the diagnosis was new and the disease so terribly scary.

Hugs & love
Annette

So sorry to hear about your friend ... she has a lot on her plate and is lucky to have a good friend like you to help her. MS, like Annette said, is a disease that comes and goes. My friend Patricia in Louisiana has it and she has good and bad days. She knows her limitations. She no longer drives at night because her vision isn't as good. Plus, she sometimes feels weakness in her legs, so she must rest. I agree with Annette, have your friend find a support group. That will help.

You and Pam are in my thoughts.

Connie...LOADS of Prayers, Thoughts and Hugs even though I can't reach you know I am here for you all!!!!

HUGS

Hugs and prayers for you and Pam Connie.
Hang in there and be a rock for your friend.

Now I have to tell you, people live long productive lives with MS. The key is to eat right, exercise and try not to stress out. My good friend who does my nails has had MS for years and does great. She is a bit of a worry wart sometimes when something goes out of kilter for her but she usually pulls it together. When she was first diagnosed she lost site in one eye, she now has that back. Every once in awhile numbness and tingling in her fingers. When she gets a headache she gets scared but you can talk her down and tell her she's okay. Being reassured helps a lot with her.

Prayers for your friend, Pam, her Mom and YOU because you are such a loving person. . . sounds like the Plan from above is keeping you busy so you don't have time to be soooo sad. . .  as I've heard tell, depression cannot hit a moving target, it sure seems like you are moving a lot of people with love and kindness, don't forget to take care of you in the process. . . 

Hugs and Prayers, Laureen

*sending loving healing energy and prayers to your friend Pam and her family for strength and courage and also to YOU, dear Connie, to keep you strong, grounded and in comfort yourself*

 

Nancy B