Monday, December 17, 2012

Without Consideration....

of the past weekend events I am incredibly blessed and I want to tell it to the world. But what happened this weekend has slammed it to the forefront of my mind, once again. 

My children responded with such love and concern to my physical problems. They are wonderful people; I often ask what I did to deserve them and I wonder how they could have possibly turned out as well as they have, since I had no idea what I should be doing while they were growing up. I know am often exasperating to them (as is their father) and shall continue to be as I age, but they persevere in our care and we are so grateful. 

Daughter Two was out of town Friday night for an office party. She called me Saturday morning and inquired how we were. I told her how I had spent the night  (see yesterday's post) and she immediately began go*gling my symptoms and implored me to call the doctor's office. When it was determined that I should get to the ER as soon as possible,  she left for home almost immediately. Later she packed my bag and brought some necessities (including my computer) to the hospital. In addition to my other symptoms, I was having serious withdrawal!!

Daughter One was on duty at the hospital, but when I called her, she clocked out ASAP and came to transport me to the nearest ER, which is only four miles from me. (My husband does not drive since his stroke five years ago.) She stayed with me all day and all night long, responding to every need and interpreting what the doctors and nurses told me. Can you imagine how valuable that is? Everyone needs an advocate when they are in distress and/or in the hospital. I could not have asked for a better one. Having a nurse (or doc) in the family is a definite plus when one is ill. 

My son and his family, who live about 80 miles away, were coming to Raleigh on Sat. for a portion of his wife's family Christmas celebration. Wasn't that a wonderful synchronicity?? It meant that they could come to the hospital and visit me without having to make a special trip to Raleigh.  They brought chocolate too (and lo, it was dark chocolate (my favorite). The nurse made a comment about how pretty my granddaughters were - and I told her she had only seen half of them - the other two were just as beautiful!! I don't know what she would have said about my grandsons - they are swoon-worthy. 

Daughter Two stayed all night here at home with her father, so we didn't have to worry about him, and she also kept Daughter One's youngest child; providing dinner and breakfast for them. Her poor, long suffering husband of less than 4 months was home alone, since the dog (Molly) was also here, and his two boys were with their mother.  

I have, of course, thanked all of them for their care and concern, but I wanted to shout to the rooftops about how blessed I am to have them and how much I love and appreciate them. It is especially appropriate at the Christmas season, to say God Bless us One and All!

12 comments:

OldLady Of The Hills said...

Oh Judy...How WONDERFUL that you have such devoted children...And you are so right about everyone needing an advocate--Especially, in a Hospital...!
Bless You and Your Dear Family...You must have done something right, my dear Judy--Or they wouldn't be doing what they are doing!!

Granny Annie said...

You are truly blessed with wonderful children and somehow I believe this stems from the blessing you were/are as their mother:)

Star said...

They are wonderful , caring people. They most likely learned that fom their parents.

Arkansas Patti said...

They didn't become great kids all by themselves. Take credit and be proud Judy. You really did a great job.
I agree on having a knowledgeable advocate. Usually we are too stressed to be of much use ourselves. Such a blessing to have a nurse in the family.
Be well.

Pat said...

This is the real spirit of Christmas. With such loving and caring children you are truly blessed. Lay back and enjoy it Judy - you owe it to them.

Thumper said...

This made me smile :)

Bernie said...

Oh the joys of a loveing, and caring family... We, kids, do this when our parents are in a spot!!!

Glad to hear that you're now well and truly, 'On The Mend'!!

Betty said...

They are wonderful kids, mainly because they must have a wonderful mother. Congratulations!

Tabor said...

4Kenju, I am so very, very, glad that your daughters are as smart as they are and got you to the hospital. Even if it was nothing, you are now aware that these symptoms are strong warning signs and should not be ignored. I am so very glad you are well.

Tabor said...

I do so wish you would remove you comment moderation requirement. Those codes are impossible to see and I had to enter three times before I got the letters and numbers correct!

Gilly said...

Oh Judy - I have only just read your last two posts! I am SO pleased that you are OK, and that your daughters came up and took everything in hand. What wonderful daughters! And I wonder who brought them up to be like that???

Get better soon, Judy, my prayers are with you.

grannymar said...

Having caring family around when you need them is a blessing and the very tonic to help you along the road. I am glad to know you are doing so well right now. Stay well and please take it easy.

@Tabor try clicking on the refresh icon (first after the capcha box we type in, until you get a readable code)

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