Well, I am sitting in the solarium on the eleventh floor of the hospital. It has huge windows that overlook gigantic eucalyptus trees. My mom just finished kidney dialysis and is now trying to rest. My dad is taking a nap.

The doctor’s came in a little bit ago and said that things are looking okay. Her blood pressure is lower than they would like because they removed fluid from her during dialysis, but they are working on getting her some blood platelets and probably getting some fluid also…………

She “ate” something for the first time in 3 days – she had a protein drink – which is an encouraging sign as well. They think they are going to keep her in the ICU until tomorrow to monitor her progress.

Other than being extremely tired, my mom seems to be doing well.  And my dad and I are kind of in the same boat, but, of course not to the extent that my mom is.

One of my dad’s best friends offered to come and pray with my dad this afternoon so I am glad for that as I know he needs encouragement too after being mentally alert for the last 30 days.

People have been generous in their love and support to all of us, which we really appreciate.

One last thing before I stop (sorry, I’m a little more “wordy” than my dad :o) ) is a few verses that I have been reminded of in the last couple of weeks:

[blockquote source=”Isaiah 12:2-6″]Behold, God is my salvation,
I will trust and not be afraid;
For the LORD GOD is my strength and song,
And He has become my salvation.’
Therefore you will joyously draw water
From the springs of salvation.
And in that day you will say,
‘Give thanks to the LORD, call on His name
Make known His deeds among the peoples;
Make them remember that His name is exalted.’
Praise the LORD in song, for He has done excellent things;
Let this be known throughout the earth.
Cry aloud and shout for joy, O inhabitant of Zion,
For great in your midst is the Holy One of Israel.[/blockquote]

Be blessed!