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  • valjean
    valjean Member Posts: 1,110

    I just talked to Melissa J. & from that conversation & her FB post, she called Marybe just a while ago & she is still very groggy and weak. She cannot talk long without going into coughing fits. She says the doctors think they can reverse this. Like 3jays said, they have her up and walking around alot. Mel could not talk to a family member to get the whole story. I have Meli's phone number, PM me if anyone would like to talk to her.

    Keeping Marybe in my prayers. Please, dear Lord, give the doctors strength to heal her. Please surround her with our love & prayers. Please, Lord, hear our prayer.

    Val

  • voraciousreader
    voraciousreader Member Posts: 3,696

    Thanks for keeping us posted. Marybe IS a fighter and with our army of thoughts and prayers... She will succeed in this battle. Rest comfortably Marybe!!

  • itsjustme10
    itsjustme10 Member Posts: 64

    Thanks for the update, Valjean.  Up and walking is a good thing. 

  • Gingerbrew
    Gingerbrew Member Posts: 1,997

    The walking is to help her heart. She is walking with help and has been since admission due to her heart failure problems. It isn't the same as being up and about. Marybe posted a week ago I think that when she was given a new medicine that she mistakenly thought she was to discontinue another that was for her heart. Poor communication through a PA was a problem. That caused a problem and thus the renal failure along with heart failure all getting worse. Now she has a team of Drs and that will hopefully help her. 

    If you would like to send a card 

     Marybe  _______

    The Christ Hospital

    2139 Auburn Avenue
    Cincinnati, OH 45219

  • itsjustme10
    itsjustme10 Member Posts: 64

    Believe me, Gingerbrew, I understand what "up and walking" means for a CHF patient - and if they're allowing her to be up and walking, it means her oxygen sats aren't plunging when she does it, and it is a good thing, and a positive sign... because otherwise, they would not allow her to be walking at all, as a matter of fact, they would forbid it... so yes, "up and walking" is a good thing - it's all relative, but it's a good thing.

  • barbe1958
    barbe1958 Member Posts: 7,605

    I guess her BP isn't crashing either as she is "up and walking"....?

  • ruthbru
    ruthbru Member Posts: 47,698

    Thanks for the address.

  • lago
    lago Member Posts: 11,653

    Thanks for the update!

  • 208sandy
    208sandy Member Posts: 582

    Valjean thanks for the update.  Glad she's finally got all the specialists in one place and working together and glad that she's in the hospital where they can stop her from playing the "energizer bunny" - lesson there for all of us - no PA's just MDs when in crisis.

  • thefuzzylemon
    thefuzzylemon Member Posts: 631

    Yeah for up and walking! I had no idea that was as big Of a deal as it is...WHOOT WHOOT!

  • Kindergarten
    Kindergarten Member Posts: 2,883

    Hi! Marybe! Keep on walking sweet lady!! You are my hero!!!! Lots of Love and prayers!!!!

  • valjean
    valjean Member Posts: 1,110

    Thinking of you, Marybe. Love & hugs, dear sister/friend.

  • marlegal
    marlegal Member Posts: 1,482

    First time on this thread...saw the link from 3jays (thanks darling) directing us here. Have to say, my initial impression, other than horror that one of our best is suffering, is the overwhelming coming together that we do for each other. Not that there are favorites, but man...such love for Marybe, because she's sooooo damned special. Thought it was just to me! Always had a soft spot in my heart for that woman. Anyway, adding my prayers to all those here for a resolution to this latest bump in her road. Following the practice we started on another thread, I'm in for the pocket party - we'll all fit into her pockets - they expand as needed for every single 'threader' who wants to join. But we need to bring food, and lots of outside help, so here's my offering for the pockets Marybe ... hope they help. Love you girl.

  • hbcheryl
    hbcheryl Member Posts: 4,164

    Sending warm wishes and prayers for our beloved Marybe, I'm in for the pocket party!!!

  • Lemonsoda
    Lemonsoda Member Posts: 6

    From UK, beloved Marybe, turn the corner soon and come back to us! Anne

  • tlangston07
    tlangston07 Member Posts: 81

    Marybe. Hugs and Prayers for you.  You are such an inspiration and have helped myself and others so much.

    Thanks for the updates!

    Terry

  • Gingerbrew
    Gingerbrew Member Posts: 1,997

    Sending you early morning hugs and prayers for your recovery Marybe. I miss you, you bring so much life and direction to so many of us and we all appreciate and admire you immensly.

    Love and hugs Ginger 

  • Alyson
    Alyson Member Posts: 3,737

    It's bedtime here in this part of the world and I prayer for news in the morning. Blessings dearest Marybe.

    Lots of cyber hugs coming your way (((((((Marybe)))))))

  • 3jaysmom
    3jaysmom Member Posts: 2,604

    didn't get to talk to her today: but got the report that she's just exhausted.. the walking is to get her heart pumping, but her bp is really low, so they have to be careful.. talked her friend there, who didn't know me well. said she'd be out in a few days: but i know from talking to marybe yesterday, thats' just not true, and her friend was covering, not knowing me..

      i still can't get Tim to call me back, so leaving her messages is the spot im stuck in, now.. her friend she's only talking to the few she hadnt been able to reach.. i now she talked a little to mel today, but had a coughing fit, and had to hang up... just praying, waiting to hear.. will try again, tommorrow...

      i love you guys so much for rallying around. i even got a message from the mods on her behalf.. this is a great place.. hope she'll be on soon enough to tell it all herself....3jays

  • Gingerbrew
    Gingerbrew Member Posts: 1,997

    Some of us know Marybe's last name. We could copy the pages and mail them to Marybe along with cards. Is this a good idea? Is there a better way to do it.   I understand her friends instinct to protect Marybe from exertion.    Perhaps someome could get permission from TIm to share their last name in private messages?   I am just trying to think up something to let Marybe know how loved she is.  Ginger

  • Chevyboy
    Chevyboy Member Posts: 10,258

    Always thinking of you Marybe....  Knowing that we all love you, will maybe help you get over this last set-back!  You were there for me in the very beginning...always encouraging me.  Thanks for being my inspiration.  ((((marybe))))

  • Chevyboy
    Chevyboy Member Posts: 10,258
  • barbaraa
    barbaraa Member Posts: 3,548

    I spoke with Marybe last night. Her creatine level has dropped, which means she is not in renal failure anymore. She is very tired. well who wouldn't be? The tiredness is related to the CHF I am thinking. I also spoke to her husband and made him poromise to call me if she takes a trun for the worse. I told her I was coming there and she said no, no so I am holding off for now. She is very anal-retentive about the cleanliness of her house and would not want me to 'see' it. I would stay in a hotel anyway! I will call her again later this morning and will update you all after that. She is feeling better.

  • Gingerbrew
    Gingerbrew Member Posts: 1,997

    Barb thank you so much for new information!!!!!!  If you want to go and will stay in a hotel it seems like a good idea.  She just doesn't want to put any out, it is just her way. 

    I am so happy to hear the renal failure is under control, so happy to hear that.

    Thanks again Barb

    Ginger 

  • voraciousreader
    voraciousreader Member Posts: 3,696

    Barbara... Thanks for the update! A relief that she is doing better! Now let's hope those cardiologists can get her stabilized so she's up and out and feeling better soon!





    Marybe! Rest comfortably now because once you're better... We all look forward to your adventures...whether at home or about!

  • barsco1963
    barsco1963 Member Posts: 879

    Thanks for the update Barbara. It is good to know that Marybe is doing a bit better. I hope that she continues to get the rest and care she needs to continue to heal.

    Marybe - keeping you in my thoughts and prayers that you will soon be able to gain your strength back and be well once more. Love and hugs to you.

  • barbe1958
    barbe1958 Member Posts: 7,605

    You're doing GREAT sweetie!! We're still hoping we can join you for Canadian Thanksgiving!!!

    Much love,

    Barbe and DH 

  • LuvRVing
    LuvRVing Member Posts: 2,409

    A little something to lift your spirits, Marybe:

    And you will triumph over this setback, so you can go see this in person:

    Sending love and healing thoughts to you.

    Michelle

  • itsjustme10
    itsjustme10 Member Posts: 64

    Thank you, 3jaysmom and BarbaraA, for the updates.  That's good news about the kidneys, and I'm glad to hear it. :)

  • badger
    badger Member Posts: 24,938

    Thanks for the update, Barb.  Love you, Marybe!  ((hugs))

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