Prayers 4 Pop: Update 7/30

[Doc Nock]

Thanks, All.

Not much change to share. He's still on O2 and even with mild exercise, his O2 saturation drops. They're suspending PT so medicare stops and he goes on self-pay now at the nursing facility. They're trying to provide some 'pressure' to give up his apt... but as long as he has $$$ I'm not doing that till all hope is exhausted that he can go back. Only God knows that outcome, and He's not sharing.  

I bit the bullet and am heading with some MD guys to Uncle Ray's Hog Heaven July 1st through 4th!

I'm a bit nervous about Dad's condition while gone, but have folks looking in and ready to stand in to make judgements. Trouble is, at Ray's, cell's don't work and no phone till next town.

Please keep Pop in prayer while I'm gone that he stabilizes and no bad turns occur. Being "out of touch" really has me hinked out!   :eek:

[BenBow]

Praying that God gives you the grace to rest in this blessing He has provided for you. Praying that God watch over your dad while your getting the rest and REcreation you need.

[Rookie@51]

Doc, you go and have a GREAT time. I know you will be checking in along to see how Pop is doing. Just one question? Will you staying home change anything with Pop? God has this whole thing covered. Take care of the caretaker....... Kill a pig for me while you are there..... Dusty

[Doc Nock]

Thanks guys. I KNOW all the things you share...but it's the fact that we'll be out of phone contact.  Have to drive and still don't know if I can get a cell signal. THAT...that makes it hinky...especially having a 10-12 hr drive to get back!

But alas, Whatever is to be will be. Dad knows how I feel about him. Doc says there shouldn't be any "end-of-life" stuff immenent, but...the heart docs have said that when it happens, with his heart valve, it will be catastrophic and final!

Course, I keep tellin myself (or the Holy Spirit is whisperin to me) that if Dad does die while I'm away, he will instantly be made perfect as he stands before Christ and will KNOW without question how much I love him...

...Just somehow doesn't make it seem any easier to relax right now...

But I got some good crew to be with that will help ease the load and I'll find a way to get that daily call to check in and see he's ok...somehow.  

Thanks guys! Your support and prayers always mean so much to me and so many!

Peace.

[southpawshooter]

Prayers on the way Dave.

[Killdeer]

'Bout time you went and had some fun!
I am sure that your dad wouldn't want you to have your life put on hold on his account, either. Both of you need a break from each other occasionally.

I sure have heard a lot about Ray and his place. Is it true?

Killdeer

[Doc Nock]

Thanks folks. Thanks for all the prayers. They worked. Ray drove me to one solitary spot where AT&T signal came through to call home Sat to learn dad was ok. Thanks, Ray!

Yes, Killie, it's all true about Ray's. Amazing place... true "southern" living at a more relaxed pace, in the peace of the pines. I got there wore out from all that has been going on and it's a place where you WANT to hunt hard... hogs aren't push-overs. They demand dedication and perseverance.  I went for the peace as much as the passion of hunting. Got both...  

Dad did well. He finally passed his "swallow study" allowing him to now drink regular liquids! He's estatic! Prior, due to the stroke damage of nerves, when he swallowed, he'd aspirate into his lungs...so he was on this disgusting thickened fluids... like cold honey thick!

His strength is no better, nor is his breathing. Constantly on 02, but he still believes he'll get back to his apt. So it remains open...but now we have to self-pay the nursing care and the apt...it will eat his funds quickly.

I truly appreciate all the prayers for Tite!  

[straitera]

Dear Lord Jesus, please be with Pop Landis in his time of need. You know our pressing concerns though we submit your will be done. Bless this family with your healing touch. Amen

[Rookie@51]

Still here for ya'll Doc..........How many did you get???????

[BenBow]

Ahhh thank you Jesus for giving David some rest and reassuring him that his father was ok. Thank you for continuing your love and healing to him and his dad.

[Doc Nock]

Thanks, folks. Not much new news. Dad is stable. Best that can be said. on O2 24/7 now and no longer getting therapy cause he's not showing progress. Medicare won't pay for his stay now for the same reason. So now they charge DAD $9000/month for a room and intermitten nursing care. But he still thinks he's going to go back to his apt... but he has no stamina, no strength, can't even bathe or dress himself and even getting from his motorized wheel chair to his recliner is getting harder.

Along with Prayers for Dad's health and happiness, I'd ask for prayers that God show me how and WHEN to approach dad with the fact he's not leaving there and that we might need to sell stuff and close the apartment.

This is going to leave a mark...  :(

Lord in your Mercy...

[MR BILL SHORTY]

PRAYERS FOR YOU AND DAD

[eaglefeather]

prayers out to ya brother!!!!!

[Bill Tell]

Doc nock.

"Be strong and courageous.  Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."  Joshua 1:9

Been saying this one a lot.  There is truth in this.

Sometimes "wherever you go" relates to the depths of our thought.

[Rookie@51]

Doc,
I'm praying for Mercy for Pop's and Strength for you to stand up under this weight. I have never stopped praying for ya'll but will be a lifting you up a little more often. It's not because I think He will forget about but because it keeps me from forgetting. God bless you and Pop,........Dusty

[bear1336]

Continue prayers for you and Dad.

In HIS service
Dave

[Doc Nock]

Today's the day the doc that visits nursing home patients promised to take time to discuss with Dad his declining health, the prognosis and try to lead Dad to understand that he's not likely going back to his apt...and it might pay to embrace that so I can get his room more to his liking...phone, the flat screen tv I bought him, mom's electric lift chair and maybe even his tempurpedic bed since he doesn't rest well in the tacky nursing home bed/mattress.

Everytime I bring up any of those items, he rejects it saying, "I'll be going back to the apt soon..."

I dread all this, but...has to be. Seeking continued prayers for Dad to be covered up in the Holy Spirit that he might accept and be joyful for the quality of life he has and enjoy his transition.

[Rookie@51]

Doc, I kind of know how your Dad feels as you do to. We are all finding out there are things we just can't do any more. When I think about that it makes me mad and I refuse to except it. Yet when I try to do them it takes too long to get over them. I know this is different for you and Pop's but they are the same too. I am praying that Pop will find that peace and will except his limitations and continue to carry on any way. He didn't get this old by being dumb and maybe with someone else telling him these things it will be easier to swollow to. Pop don't want to look weak in your eyes so he holds onto what he had. I pray that you have the strength to encourage him even when you don't see improvement. I pray that you are strenghten with supernatural insight and wisdom and strength to continue walking this trail. You are going to get thru this and will be a better man because of it. I'm a better man because of you and Pop and being able to share in this time in your lives. Lean on us here on Trad Gang and lets us help you carry this burden to the Master of it all. Always your brother.........Dusty

[mooseman1967]

Still thinking and praying about you and pop.
Take care, Dave

[Flt Rck Shtr]

Doc,
    Prayers sent to you and yours, I wish there was something more I could say or do to help you through this, as you helped me through the toughest time I've ever had in my life about a year ago. Your heartfelt concern and prayers were a Godsend and still are.
                      Thanks again and God Bless,
                           James