Still not much change. Dad's temp came back up a little, still not over 101, but he still has something going on that is causing this. Breathing and talking are all the same. A few things to report on though....
Yesterday while we were down at their house, Ray talked with Dad a while and they discussed some medicines that they could try to possibly help Dad. Dad was willing, but felt they should check it out with Dr. Roth's office first. Long story short, Dr. Roth's nurse called back this morning after Mom left a lengthy message with the name of the meds, and what they were wanting to try, and said that it was fine for them to start taking them. One is an antibiotic to fight the possible infection (somewhere in Dad) that may be causing the temperature, and one is an inhaler to hopefully help open up some of Dad's bronchial tubes and sacs. We are not expecting a miracle overnight, (aside from God's divine intervention) but we are hoping and praying that they may help relieve some of the difficulty Dad is having. We will wait and see. The next step may be to go see a Pulmonologist either here in Cleburne, or back down at MDA. Whatever Dad and Mom want to do, and whatever Dr. Roth's office recommends next.
One nice part of the day for Mom and Dad was a visit from some long time friends who live in Wichita Falls, but were heading back through this area on their way home from seeing one of their children at A&M. Mom said it was great, and all they did was sit around and visit a little bit, but mostly cried together. I can't help but think of Job when he was so devastated with his boils from head to toe, and his 3 friends came to see him. For the first 7 days no one said a word, they just sat with him. Sometimes it is so good to have those around us who love us and are willing to just sit and cry, not offer answers, not offer reasons for why we are suffering, not try to fix out problems or explain them away, just be with us. God is good in the way he brings comfort through friends.
Also, Mom had a good talk with someone who's husband had this same exact surgery, cancer, and symptoms post surgery. What a blessing that was for her to be able to talk to someone who has been through this and could give counsel, and encouragement, and an idea as to what to expect next and how to navigate through this. We know every situation is unique, but at least it gave us hope that this too shall pass. We pray this.
Thank you for all the lovely notes, we love you all, JJ
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Dear J.J.
Thanks so much for you daily updates regarding Mike and your family. I view your blog site at least once a day. My litlle reminder to continue to lift up Mike, Jan & family to the lord.
Jim Pelletier
Good morning, J.J.
I'm sitting on my porch with a cup of coffee....it's actually nice outside!! I was thinking about how beautiful it is at the ranch in the early morning hours...I pray your dad sits out on that incredible porch and feels refreshed and encouraged. What a peaceful place to sit and "be still' with our Father. Today, Tully is on my heart. I know this must be really difficult for him to see his dad feeling bad. I'm praying he has the wisdom and peace he needs to get through this time.
Love you guys,
Brenda
Ok, I need to write one more time today...at least :)
I was doing my quiet time and came across these really wonderful quotes.
God's grace, mercy and love .............
"When God gets us alone through suffering, heartbreak, temptation, disappointment, or sickness - when He gets us absolutely alone, and we are totally speechless, unable to ask even one question, then He begins to teach us." , Oswald Chambers, My Utmost for His Highest
"You will not find one Godly man who came out of an affliction worse than when he went into it. Though for a little while he was shaken, yet, at last, he was better for an affliction..."Jeremiah Burroughs
"Our response to suffering is an accurate barometer of our soul", Steven J. Lawson
"Whatever brings you to your knees in weakness carries the greatest potential for your personal success and spiritual victory." Charles Stanley
"The greatest good suffering can do for me is to increase my capacity for God." Joni Eareckson Tada
Brenda
Mike & Jan,
We check your blog daily. We keep Aunt Hattie informed of all that is going on. We are praying for y'all daily--as Paul said when you come to our mind-pray, which is quite often. We love you and will continue in our prayers and thoughts for your family.
Gary, Lennie, & Aunt Hattie
Long distance treatment aint too good!! I like the idea of a pulmonologist in Cleburne. Gotta get somebody close. Bronchodilator, now that's worth a try. Hope it won't make him too shaky.
I'm checking ev. day, but not commenting.
Know whut I mean, Vern?????
Love
the mayor
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