12 years ago - 10/25/2013

My Mother Is Ill

Hi all,

I've had to go to South Carolina because my mother is ill in hospital. She'll have been in here a week tomorrow. She came in with pneumonia and bladder and ear infections. Later, we found out she has late stage COPD and a "sepsis like condition". She's on oxygen and has a feeding tube. Please, if you believe in prayer or positive thoughts, I'd appreciate if you could direct those to her.

AmySourbutts 12 years ago

Hello everyone,

Mom got to come home today. I'm so happy, but I realize how tired I am now. (I know she is too.) Thanks for all of the prayers, positive thoughts and kindness.

Hugs right back at you, Cincy.

Love,
Amy

Cincy 12 years ago

Thank you Amy for the update on your mother. So glad to hear she is improving and I hope you are well too. (((Hugs)))

AmySourbutts 12 years ago

Hi everyone,

Mom made a real step backward the other day, but she's back to improving. She may have to go to a nursing home for rehab, but hopefully she'll get to go home after that.

Thanks to all of you,
Amy

Cincy 12 years ago

Thinking of you Amy.

Cincy 12 years ago

Amy,so glad to hear your good news of your mothers improvement. Yes,Greenwood is way up north from me. I was hoping you were around this area where I may be of some help. Keep us updated when you find time. As you can see we care about you. Hugs

AmySourbutts 12 years ago

Hi,

Thanks for the kind words, everyone. I'm truly touched. We're in Greenwood, Cincy, so we're not really close.

Mom is eating, though she still has a feeding tube. She knows who people are, but the docs aren't very hopeful, but as long as she's here, I'm hopeful. She's a tough broad.

Love,
Amy

Tar 12 years ago

I hope that she will doing better and better! Do not thank us. You shared with us a part of your life, and this is an important thing. I keep my fingers crossed and pray for both of you.

FloraMilena 12 years ago

Terribly sorry to hear about your mother! I send all positive healing thoughts her way.

JPhx 12 years ago

Your mother along with you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I wish her a full and speedy recovery ... that she gets stronger with each moment and everyday.
J

Cincy 12 years ago

Amy if you are anywhere close to Charleston South Carolina please let me know. Thinking of you both.

Gold 12 years ago

Amy, I'm so glad she's improving. I hope you'll be able to take her home as soon as possible. My positive thoughts are with you and your mother. Sending you loads of good vibes.

Cryptic 12 years ago

That's what we like to hear. :) Anyone who would drop everything and travel a great distance to be there for her sick mother deserves a pat on the back and whatever moral support I can offer.

AmySourbutts 12 years ago

Thanks for the kind thoughts and prayers. She's doing a bit better. She's talking, but she isn't calling anyone by name. I'm hoping that improves. She may get to leave Intensive Care soon. I'm staying positive band taking things one day at a time. She's very feisty, and I know she's lived through several things that could've killed her. I know no one knows me very well here, so thanks for caring.

Tar 12 years ago

Dear Amy, I am praying together with my sister for your Mother and You! I hope that you are not alone in this situation.
We lost our Mother 6 years ago after a long and heavy illness.

GothicHeart 12 years ago

A handful of greek sun to warm your hearts...

DaisyDukes 12 years ago

I'm sorry that you and your family are suffering. I will pray for you both. I'll pray for health and healing but also comfort and peace.

Gold 12 years ago

Dear Amy, your mother might be stronger than the doctors believe. Positive thinking and prayers do help - I am convinced of that. I don't know your mother's age or case history, but coming from a family of doctors, I know that you often see miraculous recoveries in patients. "Sepsis like condition" sounds awful, but people cope. "Last stage of COPD" sounds frightening, but does by no means imply someone could not live with it. Encourage your mother and never give up. Wishing her all the very best and thinking of you, Jalé

ChapeauClack 12 years ago

Hang in there, dear, and try to be strong for the both of you. Sending my most sincere good wishes and prayers your way.

Sorceress 12 years ago

Dear Amy, My thoughts are with you and your Mother. I, too, have been in the position you are in now. Know that you have friends praying for you and your Mom at this time of need. Sending positive energies, warmth and strength to you, dear. Be strong and know that we care. Hugs to you, Kaarie

MRoth 12 years ago

Our thoughts are with you both.

Cincy 12 years ago

Amy, I am sorry to hear your news. I will be thinking of you and your mother my dear. Hugs

Cryptic 12 years ago

Ah... my heart goes out to you, Amy. I'll certainly be thinking of you and your dear mother. My humble little bit of advice is to keep talking to her even if she isn't responsive. XXXOOO

Pipette 12 years ago

Dear Amy, I don't know you well enough ... but we all have "been there" where you are right now. Stay strong and be close to your mom. My thoughrs and good wishes are with you.