After we meet with the nurse-lung coordinator @ 3:00 p.m. today to sign the necessary consent forms............Lee is ON THE LIST!!!! This, of course means that we must be ready for THE CALL @ anytime. Again, I will stress that this could go on for days and weeks. Having said that, we also know that because of the seriousness of his lung condition there is some indication of urgency here. It is exciting to know that Lee is so much further along than either of us expected and at the same time it is now with more apprehension that we approach this new phase of our journey.
My thoughts at the moment are that I am not ready! I have not purchased the necessary supplies needed for the time he is discharged from the hospital. (unfortunately these were discussed on one of the class days we had to miss for a clinic appointment.) I have a running list of things to do in preparation for being away from time to shop, etc..... There are questions looming such as...do I pack and If so what? What are the necessary items I need for the long wait during the surgery. I do remember them sayin at one time that I should bring my computer, cell phone, reading materials and snacks. So I must get busy as soon as we return.
It is difficult to describe my emotions at this moment. How do you convey excitement, jubilation, anxiety, fear and dread in mere words?! Probably in one word Insomnia!
I plan to leave here @ 2:15, pick up Lee at the Center for Living where he is doing his rehab and I must confess when I gave him the news he was very calm but gave me a big smile and thumbs up!
This next phase will be one that will be our biggest challenge and we hope and pray our biggest victory. Keep us in your prayers............more later...................Brenda
outstanding news!
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If you would have had the window open you would have probably hear a huge loud YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! When I read this!!! This is great news and we are all still cheering you on. When this is over, we need to all get together for a huge party!!!!!! Keep it up and we will keep on cheering!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteGREAT news guys! we will keep you in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteSuch a great day...the words that we have been waiting for! I wish I was there to help you gather everything together to prepare. Bo and I plan to make a trip to see you soon. I'm so glad you will have Eleanor and Stephen to help you tomorrow. Much, much love! --Julia
ReplyDeleteI am so happy! I miss you guys so very much but I know that in no time you guys will be home:) I love you both and I am keeping the two of you in my prayers.
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