We met with the Dr. again this morning and unfortunately mom is not getting any better. Her liver enzymes are still very high, which means her liver is getting worse. She has high levels of potassium which means her kidneys aren't working well. If the potassium levels can not be helped by medication her heart will be affected. The Dr. told us if she continues digressing as she has over the last 4 days in the hospital, she may have only a week to live. Isn't that a punch in the gut!! She continues to need more and more pain medication and the nausea is not being completely controlled with the 4 different medications she is taking. Mom did not tolerate her last treatment so the Dr. has advised us against continuing chemotherapy.
As the word has spread today, mom has had many visitors. Many people from her office and her ward have come. We appreciate so much all the people who have come to see her to express their appreciation for the woman she is and the example that she has been and continues to be. She has received many bouquets of flowers and wonderful notes and cards.
Many of you are making arrangements to come see her. Please continue to contact Brandy with the information for your visit including what days you plan to come and how long you plan to stay. While we are in town, I'm afraid we not really up for entertaining you. We have been spending nearly every minute of every day at the hospital with mom. Please consider this as you determine how long to stay in town to visit with our mom.
For those of you who follow this blog that are in Cheney, thank you for keeping your visits brief. Mom sleeps a lot so please don't be offended if she dozes during your visit. She does it to everyone so don't take it personal. For those of you who cannot make the trip to see mom, please know that we pass on your comments from this blog. She would also appreciate a note in the mail or email or even a short phone call.
Bobbi went home Wednesday afternoon and, after receiving todays news from the Dr, plans to return to mom's side Friday with Carrie. Heather flew home Thursday night and plans to return with her girls Friday night so the kids can spend some time with their Nana. Brandy is bringing her kids in to see mom after school Friday.
We are very sad with the recent information from the Dr. The world will be a different place without our mother. This situation is still shocking and find it amazing how quickly our lives have been changed. Thank you for your continued thoughts and prayers.
We will continue to update this blog.
Cheryl's Calendar
May 6 1st Chemo Treatment
May 13 2nd Chemo Treatment
Admitted to Sacred Heart Hospital May 16, 2010
Cheryl passed away May 24, 2010
Funeral Services Friday, May 28, 2010
May 13 2nd Chemo Treatment
Admitted to Sacred Heart Hospital May 16, 2010
Cheryl passed away May 24, 2010
Funeral Services Friday, May 28, 2010
8 comments:
Hi Cheryl, Thank you for the wonderful blog to help keep us informed on your condition. Our prayers are with you and your family. We pray you will have a better day today.
My herb plants look wilted from the frost last night, guess I'll have to replant. Love ya, Betty & Orrin
Dear Payton's grandma,
this is the way I've been referring to you since I met you two years ago, when you opened your home to Bisi and me, and turned a sad situation in one of the best week-ends ever. An invitation repeated and gladly accepted last year again. I hope you know how important it has been for our family. Your home is so full of love and we enjoyed every minute!
I am very sad about all of this, and hope that you will have more time with your loved ones - the doctors don't always know. Wishing you and your husband all the best.
Cristina Kennington
Dearest Cheryl,
We wanted to tell you how much we love you and have you and your family in out thoughts,heart and prayers.
Love
Mike,Jeanine & girls
Cheryl,
You are very much in my thoughts and prayers.So is Ron and all of you.How is Georgia doing? Please give her a big Hug for me. If I can find a way over I will and I will try to call tonite.
Love to all of you
Aunt Margie
Cheryl,
Duane and I want to thank you for the impact you have had on our lives. We love you and the great example you have set for us. We wish so much to be able to help take away all of your discomfort. We would like to come and visit Sunday, late morning and if possible bring you something that would help make your hospital stay more comfortable. We will have to think on that. We will call Brandy, maybe she will have some suggestions. I hope you can feel God's angels arms around you.
All of our love and concern,
Kimi and Duane
Cheryl;
This is a shock to all of us. You and your family have been in my prayers from the beginning. I know that this is the will of the Lord and that we all will learn something from it.
I love you Cheryl and I remember all the good times we had.
Love
Skip
Hi Cheryl
I know that heavenly father has a plan of bringing people together in times like these. You are a wonderful person with a beautiful spirit and you have helped so many people, now it's your turn to receive. Just remember the sun will shine again. My prayers continue for you and your family.
Love, Margie and Dan
Cheryl and family,
This world is a better place because you made a huge impact on so many. I want to thank you personally for the encouragement you gave me during the difficult time when they thought I would not live. You made my days seem so much brighter. Thank you. I hope that you can feel the same depth of love from those around you, your husband, Ron, your daughters, your grandchildren and other family members. Most of all I want you to know how much you are loved by all of your Cheney Ward friends. I know that Heavenly Father is pleased with your life works. You are truly an elect lady.
Your friend through eternity, Debbie Kerkes.
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