Thursday, July 27, 2006

We had a horrific experience at the emergency department of the hospital on Tuesday. After waiting 14 hours for Ron to be admitted, they said they didn't know when a bed would be available. They said there were 12 other people waiting ahead of us. I decided to no longer wait there and brought him home. It took another 3 hours for a doctor to allow us to leave. They had done tests and he has blood clots in his leg and lungs. The cancer has also spread to his liver. They called the next day for me to bring him back but also said there was now a waiting list of 18 people and only two beds had opened up since I left.
I will be doing everything I can from home now, but I don't have the time, the energy or the heart for blogging right now. He is bedridden now and in very bad shape.
Although I'm going to miss terribly blogging and all of you, I just can't. I've still been reading everyone's blogs when I get a chance and enjoying them - the romance readers ring that Dylan and Fiona have set up is a wonderful idea and I want to join - when I'm up to it, but I probably won't be commenting much. But I'm still with everyone in spirit.
I'll be back when I can.

37 comments:

CindyS said...

Oh Kristie - I was thinking of you both yesterday and wondering how things had turned out. I can't believe that you were treated this way. I'm not proud to be Canadian today.

Take your time and God Bless you both.

I'll just be one of many waiting with open arms when you feel up to coming back. No pressure.

CindyS

nath said...

Dear Kristie, it's perfectly understandable that you don't have the hear to blog for awhile. Take care of Ron and spend as much time as possible with him. If you need any help or any support, don't hesitate to contact us.

Tara Marie said...

With you in spirit. Thoughts and prayers are with you always.

Love and Hugs, Tara

Mailyn said...

don't worry about the blog or comments. those things are trivial. we know you love us all as we love you and I can only say that I wish things would be better for you guys.

sorry I can't pray because I'm not religious :-(


but I always think of you.

Marg said...

Even though you are far away, you are never far from my thoughts.

{{{Kristie and Ron}}}

Kerri Wall said...

I was worried when I hadn't seen you in two days. I'm so sorry that you and Ron are having to experience this. My heart is breaking for you.

Sending lots of strength and prayers your way.

{{{Kristie}}}

Fiona

Samantha said...

I'm so sorry Kristie. You and Ron will be in my prayers. *hugs*

C2 said...

((((Kristie)))) Just remember we're here for you if you need us.

Gigi said...

Kristie,
Sending love and lots of hugs your way. My prayers are with you and your family.

Bob & Muffintop said...

Evening Kristie- You are all in my thoughts & prayers daily. Your seat at the table will always be ready.

Love to you all~

Devon said...

Kristie--I'll be thinking about you and Ron. You go on and do what you need to do. Much love--Devon

ReneeW said...

Kristie, I'm so sorry you and Ron have to go through this. You do what you have to do and we'll be here when you need us. You and Ron are always in my prayers. Lots of love and hugs, Renee

erika said...

Sending out (((HuGS))) and Prayers to you.

Kailana said...

It is such a shame to see that the problems we are having with hospital-bed shortage on the East Coast is a national thing. Something really must be done.

I hope you have support through such a difficult time! I too am very sorry that you have to go through something so difficult.

romancelover said...

Kristie,
You and Ron are always in my prayers!!!

Love, Daniela

sybil said...

We are here when you need us. love ya hon.

Amarjaa said...

I'm so sorry about what you and your husband are having to go through. Best wishes and hopes that things will get better soon. ((((hugs))))

~ames~ said...

{{{{Kristie}}}}

Sending lots of love, hugs, and warm fuzzy thoughts your way. You and Ron are in my thoughts everyday.

Noneya said...

Sending hugs and blessings to you and Ron.

Sandie

La Karibane said...

Dear Kristie, your experience sounds like something we would live here...in the 3rd world!!!

I'm so sorry you are living this difficult time. Poor Ron must be suffering terrible, how awful! And you, potidyab, no wonder you need a break from futilities like bloggin!

Come back when you can, we'll be waiting...

Dev said...

Kristie ~ You and Ron and in my thoughts and prayers. Don't worry about the trivial stuff. You just take care of what you need to take care of right now, which is your family. The internet stuff, although fun, isn't nearly as important as your time with Ron.

Devonna

Rosario said...

((Kristie)) We'll be here for you whenever you need us. Thinking of you,
Ro

Jennifer B. said...

Keeping you in my prayers.

Nikki said...

Kristie--We are here for you and you are constantly in our thoughts.

Lori said...

Kristie, I'm keeping you and Ron and your kids in my prayers.

Suisan said...

Take good care of yourself, Kristie.

Hugs, deep hugs,

Suisan

Nicole said...

Oh Kristie...sending lots of hugs your way.

MissKris said...

Kristie, I came by tonite to see how things are with you. Oh, honey...if words could only tell you how much you are in my thoughts and prayers. Do you remember the poster from the 60s-70s of the little kitten dangling with the caption, "When you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hold on!" Well, this is one of those times...but so many of us are holding you close in our hearts. Take care, and God bless.

Megan Frampton said...

Kristie:

Thanks for sharing. I hope you and Ron get the help and treatment you need.

My thoughts are with you both.

Megan

Jennie said...

Kristie--I'm so sorry you're going through all this! My thoughts are with you and your family.

I'll miss reading your posts, but we all understand and will be waiting for you whenever you can get back to it.

Anonymous said...

I'v ebeen traeted horribly in a certain hospital where I live in NY. So bad, in fact, I literally ran out with the IV hanging out of my arm when I was told by a nurse I was going to 'rot here in pain' until she decided I'd suffered enough.

My heart is with you.

Anonymous said...

Our prayers are with you and your family.

Karen Scott said...

I'm so sorry Kristie. I'm so very, very sorry.

dancechica said...

My thoughts are with you and your family. (((HUGS)))

Mechele Armstrong said...

My prayers are with you (((Hugs)))). I know I don't know you but have been reading here for a while. Thought this would be a good time to send you hope and hugs.

Amarjaa said...

Kristie, I am so sorry. Love and best wishes to get you through this difficult time; as well as many, many {{{{{hugs}}}}}.

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