*Sigh*

Mom is about the same. The only improvement I can readily see is that she is eating much better, which is a very good thing. She was hardly eating anything before she entered the hospital.

Apparently the fluid she was carrying around in her body caused some congestive heart failure, which in turn caused damage to the heart itself. She is scheduled to have a bunch of tests on Tuesday next week, so we will know more then. She has had an echocardiogram, but I do not know the results of that yet.

Tragedy struck our little town today. I worked with Kayla's brother; Sam is the son of a prominent doctor. Things like this just don't happen here. I think the whole town is in shock. I know I am. Please keep Kayla in your prayers.

I'm exhausted. I'm going to head for bed. Thanks again, you guys, for always being here for me to talk to. I wish I could meet each and every one of you in person. Wouldn't that be a hoot? ;) Have a happy Friday, k? :)

(((((huggggs)))))

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I am pleased your mum is eating better and hope she continues to improve. Love to you and the family and a big hug to your mum.

Posted by: Michelle | March 19, 2004 12:51 AM

It seems like you never get just one thing to deal with. They always seem to come in bunches.

You have our best wishes - always, but especially in these hard days.

My very best to your Mom. Glad she's doing a little better.


Cas

Posted by: cassie-b | March 19, 2004 8:37 AM

Good news about Mom's eating better... Sad about the shooting though. Prayers and candles for all. Love you, Lady!

Posted by: Beverly | March 19, 2004 9:43 AM

Bad things come in threes... isn't that what they say? So that's the one, two-three... hopefully things will be better now...

Posted by: Susan | March 19, 2004 9:43 AM

Oh GOOD news!! She is some what better!! let's hope it continues!!

Posted by: Mary Lou | March 19, 2004 10:31 AM

I'm so glad your mom's eating better. That's definitely a good sign.

We should all pick a place somewhere in the middle and have a big party. What fun it would be!!

Posted by: Faith | March 19, 2004 4:46 PM

Glad to hear your mum is eating better, my friend. Let's hope and pray that her hospital stay is as comfortable as possible. ((((mom, Leigh and sisters)))

Such sad news about those 2 young people, though. :(

Posted by: Debbie | March 19, 2004 10:51 PM

I'm glad your mom is doing better.
So sorry to hear about the tragedy in your town. I hope Kayla heals fast. What a horrid thing for her to go through!

Posted by: Phyllis | March 20, 2004 4:42 PM

Thinking about you, Leigh....and so glad to hear your mom's got a bit of her appetite back.

Posted by: Leslie | March 20, 2004 5:30 PM

How terrible :( I am so sorry for the loss in your town!

Posted by: Rachel in Alaska | March 20, 2004 11:53 PM

Oh my! You have a lot on your plate. But I said a prayer for you and yours as you travel this road.

I have twin boys with asthma, so I understand your worries. It is so different when it is your child and not you.

I am glad your mom responded so well with her first great-grandchild! I think that is so special!

Posted by: aithne | March 30, 2004 5:48 PM

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