This week has been a rough one for our family. My Papa has been in a state of "not knowing" regarding his surgery. They told him that they had a bed for him on Friday. When they got there, an emergency surgery for someone else became necessary, and they were sent home. His surgery is tentatively scheduled for Monday.
This morning, Nana fell. She thinks she broke her arm, and my mom and step-dad are at the emergency room with her. I can't help but wonder about the logistics of nursing an injury while she's trying to care for Papa.
I'm learning a lot about family dynamics. Nana is the matriarch of of our family. When Papa is sick, she's terrified, leaving us on edge. When she's hurt, we're sick. Despite their traditional family roles, she's secretly in charge.
Update: Nana broke her shoulder and Papa's surgery has been rescheduled for Tuesday.
Update: Papa went in for surgery at 8:00 on Tuesday morning. Nana is home sick, so my mom is at the hospital alone. Everything seems so out of control.
Sunday, February 04, 2007
When it rains, it pours.
at 9:42 AM
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Sherry,
Of course our prayers are with you and your family, but if there is anything else we can do, please let us know!! Or, if you need a place to go for a while, you are always welcome!!
Ed and Cyn
Ugh- I'm so sorry. Let us know if we can do ANYTHING! Grocery runs or whatever. And, of course we'll be praying! Love, Jeff, Bre, and Chandler
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