Dave is doing much better today. He has been up alot more for the past two days. He slept alot better last night. The night before he was up all night. Not sure why he was having trouble sleeping but we were glad he slept better last night. Today he said "the days are really long". He is not use to being home this much and having nothing to do. His job right now is to get better. I had to change the bandage on his arm today for the first time. They require you to take two classes before you can get the supplies you need to do the heparin flushes and change the bandage. Dave said he was ready so I got all the supplies ready. I wish you could have seen the look on Dave's face while I was doing this. I have been doing the heparin flushes everyday, but this was the first time for the bandage change. He looked terrified. Definitely did not look like he had any confidence in my nursing skills. I am a Home Economics teacher by trade and have been a stay at home mommy for the past 10 years. Never had aspirations of being a nurse. So anyway I followed every single step and now he has a new clean bandage. I only have to this once a week. The reason it is such an important task is because the line runs into a major vein and you do not want any infection.
He said that every day has brought its own set of challenges. Whether it be the nausea, or exhaustion, or sleeplessness each day has been different.
I will have to compile a list of some of the interesting thing the kids have said and just write down some of the conversations we have had. It's bound to make for some interesting reading. I'll save that for another post.
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I remember taking that class at Anderson to clean my port weekly (it was in my chest), and my mom went with me. It wasn't long before I was cleaning it myself and giving my own heparin daily. It's like everything else associated with cancer treatment....it becomes the new normal for a while.
I know it must be hard for him to feel like he's not doing anything, but this is so important for him right now to keep his strength up so he can get through the treatment quickly and with as few side effects as possible.
I'm praying for you guys...
Xandra
We had quite a hot spell last week, and I was trying to get through it without turning on the AC. I told John it felt like Russia! He finally caved and turned on the air so we could sleep with some covers....this week is cooler and fall is in full bloom.
Praying for you today, and for rest for Dave.
We had quite a hot spell last week, and I was trying to get through it without turning on the AC. I told John it felt like Russia! He finally caved and turned on the air so we could sleep with some covers....this week is cooler and fall is in full bloom.
Praying for you today, and for rest for Dave.
I have been thinking and praying for you often. I know it must be a huge adjustment for you all. We went to Virginia for a funeral this week...my aunt was 90 and slowly deterioating, so we knew it was coming soon. You are missed and loved tons. If you need anything please let me know.
Love,
Barb
Thinking so much about you all. We were in Baton Rouge for a week with Jill. I mailed the kids a little Thanksgiving prize today. Kiss your precious husband for me....praying much!
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