Went in for dialysis yesterday. went well.
Today I'm scheduled for fistula surgery first at 11 but now at 10am.
I'm looking forward to when it's over. The lsst time they were doing it I woke up during surgery and felt them cutting on me. "Hey, I'm hurting". The doctor said to be still!
So hopefully the anesthesiologist isn't afraid to knock me out.
Ah for the carefree days!
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Saturday, July 28, 2007
Sat. July 28 - 12:56 pm
Good dialysis today.
Telt better and hope maybe to head out to the Strugill's later.
If not, that's okay too. Looking forward to church tomorrow.
By the way, if you aren't INVOLVED in a church check out our website and join me tomorrow at 9:30
http://www.communitybaptist.to
Dan
Telt better and hope maybe to head out to the Strugill's later.
If not, that's okay too. Looking forward to church tomorrow.
By the way, if you aren't INVOLVED in a church check out our website and join me tomorrow at 9:30
http://www.communitybaptist.to
Dan
Friday, July 27, 2007
Fri. July 27 - 1:47 am
Good Morning!
Dialysis went well yesterday.
Today I have a doctors visit to see about my nausea and vomiting the last few weeks. One doctor thought it might be from the pain pills.
Got results of my lab tests and if I didn't feel so bad, I'd be elated at the results as the tests came out very good!
The thing that has been on my mind lately is you. I thank God for all your prayers and support. I consider it a real privilege and real honor to know all of you. It's been so good to see how the Lord is working in your life. I've seen some of you grow as Christians and begin to realize that this life is not about you. The Lord has given us the privilege to be in a church that not only teaches the word of God, but seeks to help us put it into our daily life.
I guess that's why I like Hebrews 10:24-25 as it tells us to CONSIDER one another and then it tells us to "STIR UP" or "PROVOKE": one another to love and good works. You all have considered me and in spite of my circumstances you have provoked me to love and good works.
Thank you!
Dialysis went well yesterday.
Today I have a doctors visit to see about my nausea and vomiting the last few weeks. One doctor thought it might be from the pain pills.
Got results of my lab tests and if I didn't feel so bad, I'd be elated at the results as the tests came out very good!
The thing that has been on my mind lately is you. I thank God for all your prayers and support. I consider it a real privilege and real honor to know all of you. It's been so good to see how the Lord is working in your life. I've seen some of you grow as Christians and begin to realize that this life is not about you. The Lord has given us the privilege to be in a church that not only teaches the word of God, but seeks to help us put it into our daily life.
I guess that's why I like Hebrews 10:24-25 as it tells us to CONSIDER one another and then it tells us to "STIR UP" or "PROVOKE": one another to love and good works. You all have considered me and in spite of my circumstances you have provoked me to love and good works.
Thank you!
Monday, July 23, 2007
I'm still here
Sorry I haven't writtne lately. Had a rough couple of weeks.
Last dialysis went okay until the end. Blood clotted and they had to stop the dialysis.
My fistula surgery was postponed by the Dr. till Jul. 31st.
Glad to hear they're making some progress on Janet.
Bill C. and Jim P.'s dad is still in my prayers.
Have a good week.
Last dialysis went okay until the end. Blood clotted and they had to stop the dialysis.
My fistula surgery was postponed by the Dr. till Jul. 31st.
Glad to hear they're making some progress on Janet.
Bill C. and Jim P.'s dad is still in my prayers.
Have a good week.
Monday, July 16, 2007
I was just thinking...
The last few weeks have been a blessing and an adventure. Through these many "adventures" I've had since finding out my kidneys only function at 4% I've had a realization that I am VERY high maintenance. Our week is consumed by dialysis, doctors appts., hospital visits, making appts. for new procedures, filling prescriptions, and on and on.
As these weeks have passed I've come to this realization that in another day or time I'd either be dead or in a nursing home. I have nothing against a nursing home if that's what's needed, but hey, I'm only 58! that's supposed to be for older people. Of course, each year my vision of "older people" gets older and older :)
My daughters have sacrificed everything to take care of me. ... Their money, their time, everything. Through this all I can honestly say they have never once complained.
Last night I told them what I was thinking and they said, "Dad, we're not going to put you in a nursing home" God love them both!
I pray that one day God will send to them godly men that will fill their needs. And that's what I'm asking you to do. Pray that God would bring a godly man to each of them. They ask for nothing and I know God blesses them for their attitude and love.
As these weeks have passed I've come to this realization that in another day or time I'd either be dead or in a nursing home. I have nothing against a nursing home if that's what's needed, but hey, I'm only 58! that's supposed to be for older people. Of course, each year my vision of "older people" gets older and older :)
My daughters have sacrificed everything to take care of me. ... Their money, their time, everything. Through this all I can honestly say they have never once complained.
Last night I told them what I was thinking and they said, "Dad, we're not going to put you in a nursing home" God love them both!
I pray that one day God will send to them godly men that will fill their needs. And that's what I'm asking you to do. Pray that God would bring a godly man to each of them. They ask for nothing and I know God blesses them for their attitude and love.
Mon. 07-06-07
Good Morning All!
Hope this week gives you a lot of opportunity to give honor to the Lord.
Had a good day yesterday for most of the day. This morning is looking good too.
I have an appt. this Friday at the eye surgeon to see how I've been doing. I think I have a few more weeks before I can get a prescritpion for new glasses. I desperately need them as it is very difficult to read and write these blogs. I'm mostly looking through blurs as we still just have store bought glasses that just don't do the job.
Sorry I haven't written the last week but I was in the hospital twice, and had Montezuma's revenge and a few other isssues. My body is just trying to get rid of the toxins. And boy I must really have them!
Right now the girls and I are trying to decide where we need to live. I'm a high maintenamce person and seem to be spending the majority of the week either in dialysis or doctors/hospitals, etc. So, we need to maybe get closer to where we don't have to drive so much.
We'd like to get all oour doctor stuff in one location or closer to each other to save driving time, etc. Our dilemma is that we'd like to be closer to our church, work, doctors, hospitals.
Oh, in spite of all of this, we had a great vacation! I fell in love with a wonderful girl (my new granddaughter). Charlotte is my 17th grandchild. God has been so good to me to give me all those beautiful, uniquely designed grandkids. Each one has a special place in my heart.
As you go about the week, I'd ask you to please remember Janet W. in your prayers. She is having some tough health issues and I imagine she could get pretty discouraged about it all.
Also, for Suzatte on the passing of her dad last week.
Have a great week. Take advantage of the time you have. Life is precious!
Hope this week gives you a lot of opportunity to give honor to the Lord.
Had a good day yesterday for most of the day. This morning is looking good too.
I have an appt. this Friday at the eye surgeon to see how I've been doing. I think I have a few more weeks before I can get a prescritpion for new glasses. I desperately need them as it is very difficult to read and write these blogs. I'm mostly looking through blurs as we still just have store bought glasses that just don't do the job.
Sorry I haven't written the last week but I was in the hospital twice, and had Montezuma's revenge and a few other isssues. My body is just trying to get rid of the toxins. And boy I must really have them!
Right now the girls and I are trying to decide where we need to live. I'm a high maintenamce person and seem to be spending the majority of the week either in dialysis or doctors/hospitals, etc. So, we need to maybe get closer to where we don't have to drive so much.
We'd like to get all oour doctor stuff in one location or closer to each other to save driving time, etc. Our dilemma is that we'd like to be closer to our church, work, doctors, hospitals.
Oh, in spite of all of this, we had a great vacation! I fell in love with a wonderful girl (my new granddaughter). Charlotte is my 17th grandchild. God has been so good to me to give me all those beautiful, uniquely designed grandkids. Each one has a special place in my heart.
As you go about the week, I'd ask you to please remember Janet W. in your prayers. She is having some tough health issues and I imagine she could get pretty discouraged about it all.
Also, for Suzatte on the passing of her dad last week.
Have a great week. Take advantage of the time you have. Life is precious!
Wednesday, July 11, 2007
Wed. 07-11-2007
Hi Everyone!
Well, I've recoverd enough and am feeling a lot better. My hip is still hurting, but Montezuma's revenge is over for a while.
We've enjoyed the last week with Jackie, Kari, and Charlotte. Going to miss them, but am looking forward to coming home.
While we were away there was an addition (?) to our household. My bird Sam(antha) laid another egg. So now I'm sure she is a girl and not just a joke one of the girls friend played by putting a Cadberry egg in the cage.
The tests they took on me at the hospital turned out negative in a lot of areas, including my sugar which was 95. Boy, that is really a blessing not having to take insulin every day!
Thank you so much for you prayers and words of encouragement. I'd like to ask you to pray for Suzette on passing of her dad this week. Regardless of the age or amount of time a person was sick, it still takes a lot out of you. I know these past years Suzette has been faithful to seeing her dad and trying to take care of him.
Also, please continue to pray for Bill C. and Jim P.'s dad.
See you live this Sunday the Lord willing!
Well, I've recoverd enough and am feeling a lot better. My hip is still hurting, but Montezuma's revenge is over for a while.
We've enjoyed the last week with Jackie, Kari, and Charlotte. Going to miss them, but am looking forward to coming home.
While we were away there was an addition (?) to our household. My bird Sam(antha) laid another egg. So now I'm sure she is a girl and not just a joke one of the girls friend played by putting a Cadberry egg in the cage.
The tests they took on me at the hospital turned out negative in a lot of areas, including my sugar which was 95. Boy, that is really a blessing not having to take insulin every day!
Thank you so much for you prayers and words of encouragement. I'd like to ask you to pray for Suzette on passing of her dad this week. Regardless of the age or amount of time a person was sick, it still takes a lot out of you. I know these past years Suzette has been faithful to seeing her dad and trying to take care of him.
Also, please continue to pray for Bill C. and Jim P.'s dad.
See you live this Sunday the Lord willing!
Monday, July 9, 2007
Mon. - 07-09.07 2:32am
Had a nice day today with some friends here and my family. Unfortunately my pain level became intolerable and to the point I couldn't walk any more.
So... I thought, "hey, haven't been to a hospital in a while" so I checked myself into one of the local hospitals. The chief administrator is the wife of one of Jacke's friends.
After a bunch of tests, etc. for the most part they said most of the tests were okay, and I probably had a reocurrenc of my hip problem when I was in the hospital. Whatever. On a scale of 1 to 10, I was an 11 or 12!
Pain pills finally took the pain out of it and they sent me home to recover.
The sad part was that I wasn't able to sit in church long enough
The good part was that there are a lot of nice people that took care of me. They really got down to business quick and found the problem and dealt with it! In less than 1 day too!
Tomorrow I'm off and will just try to recover.
I hear you had a pretty good turnout at church even considering a lot were out of town (like me)
Love ya,
Dan
So... I thought, "hey, haven't been to a hospital in a while" so I checked myself into one of the local hospitals. The chief administrator is the wife of one of Jacke's friends.
After a bunch of tests, etc. for the most part they said most of the tests were okay, and I probably had a reocurrenc of my hip problem when I was in the hospital. Whatever. On a scale of 1 to 10, I was an 11 or 12!
Pain pills finally took the pain out of it and they sent me home to recover.
The sad part was that I wasn't able to sit in church long enough
The good part was that there are a lot of nice people that took care of me. They really got down to business quick and found the problem and dealt with it! In less than 1 day too!
Tomorrow I'm off and will just try to recover.
I hear you had a pretty good turnout at church even considering a lot were out of town (like me)
Love ya,
Dan
Sunday, July 8, 2007
Ouch!
Sun.
Starting to get an infection, but hopefully the antibiotic they gave me will slow it down or stop it till I get back.
In excrutiating pain in left hip. Tylenol 3 doesn't have much affect on it.
Hopy you all have a great day at church!
See you next Sunday!
Starting to get an infection, but hopefully the antibiotic they gave me will slow it down or stop it till I get back.
In excrutiating pain in left hip. Tylenol 3 doesn't have much affect on it.
Hopy you all have a great day at church!
See you next Sunday!
Saturday, July 7, 2007
Sat. July 7, 2007
Good dialysis today, but may be getting my infection back. This time they acted upon it and gave me antibiotics first. Hopefully that will take care of it.
I wish this dialysis center was up north. This one has just opened about 4 months ago in of all places, Snow Hill. I asked them where the Snow Hill came from but they didn't know.
My other son Scott and his family drove from S.C. to spend the day with us. That was nice.
I finally got a large print Bible so I can read it till I get my permanent glasses in a few months.
Thanks for your prayers. I miss our church people but enjoying my time down here.
I wish this dialysis center was up north. This one has just opened about 4 months ago in of all places, Snow Hill. I asked them where the Snow Hill came from but they didn't know.
My other son Scott and his family drove from S.C. to spend the day with us. That was nice.
I finally got a large print Bible so I can read it till I get my permanent glasses in a few months.
Thanks for your prayers. I miss our church people but enjoying my time down here.
Thursday, July 5, 2007
Tues. - July 5, 2007
Had a good dialysis today. Very nice place. The people were very friendly. 4 patients to 1 tech.
My doctors' office visit is better left unsaid except something I've never seen in Michigan. When anyone comes into the waiting room they look up and say Hi or Good Morning and everyone says the same back to them. Kind of like going to Mo's except people just do it without being paid.
Thanks for your prayers for me. Keep in mind Jim P.'s dad and the treatments he may be going in to.
Love, Dan
p.s. did I tell you my grand daughter Charlotte knows me? :)
My doctors' office visit is better left unsaid except something I've never seen in Michigan. When anyone comes into the waiting room they look up and say Hi or Good Morning and everyone says the same back to them. Kind of like going to Mo's except people just do it without being paid.
Thanks for your prayers for me. Keep in mind Jim P.'s dad and the treatments he may be going in to.
Love, Dan
p.s. did I tell you my grand daughter Charlotte knows me? :)
Tuesday, July 3, 2007
We made it!
Had a nice flight and made it to Myrtle Beach fine.
Jackie, Kari, and Charlotte live about 3.5 hours north of there.
Grand daughter is a cutie and of course she knows me!
Just relaxing rest of week
Jackie, Kari, and Charlotte live about 3.5 hours north of there.
Grand daughter is a cutie and of course she knows me!
Just relaxing rest of week
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