I got about 4 hours sleep last night. Keith was trying to get up last night and I had to keep telling him that he could not get up. He finally settled down and I got to sleep some. It is like having a baby in the house again when you keep one ear open at all time. He is getting visible weaker by the hour. He took a shower this morning but had a lot of trouble staying on his feet. He is also keeping his hands in a fist all the time. I did manage to get him to sit in his wheelchair for a few minutes twice today. He got very tired quickly and wanted to get back in the bed.
Tania is here and I was able to run a few errands while she was here. She got here yesterday and is leaving Saturday morning to head back home. Christine and Judi will arrive Monday night for a week.
The hospice nurse and social worker both came over today. They seem very nice. I am now just waiting for the care taker to call me. Truly, I am looking forward to that care. She can take over some of the things that I am doing. It has been like a 3 ring circus here. I also was able to get in touch with the company that handles his short-term disability and also social security department.
He only wants me to do anything for him so I am always listening with 1 ear. Well, I better go check on him. Keep us in your prayers. This is the beginning of a journey for Keith that I don't wish on anyone. I HATE THIS HORRIBLE DISEASE. CANCER SUCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thursday, March 6, 2008
One More Day
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My heart goes out to you and Keith Suzan for this journey you must take but didn't sign up for. (((hugs))) Would that I could do more for you than pray. Words escape me.
Best wishes to you and your family' It will demand great strength from all but anyone close to Keith or know him can always rise to the ocassion. My heart aches because Kieth and I were always close. God's blessing from Al McCarthy
Oh, Suzan, Suzan, it has been several days since I checked your blog and my heart aches for you and Keith and your family.
I will be praying for you all.
If you need to talk call me.
Joyxxx
To the Hallem family...I am so sorry for your journey. I am a co-worker of Keith's. May God bless and keep you close during this illness.
Suzan,
I don't even know where to begin, but I want you to know that I love you guys and I am feeling this with you. Don't worry about food and rest right now--there's plenty of time for that later. Just climb into bed with Keith and hold him. I'm praying for your family!!!!!
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