In RM 673 on Saturday evening, Mom's new nurse began acquainting us with the new accommodations in what she called, the Oncology Floor. The room was a walk-in closet at best, but a bit closer to the size of a shoe box. There was barely enough room for the bed, and opening/closing the door was out of the question. Because we understood that the hospital was almost at capacity, we did not complain... but asked to be placed on a waiting list for a more spacious room if available.
As I left with a friend to grab dinner, I noticed a room being cleaned. Viola! By the time I returned from dinner, everything had been moved and arranged in what we call The Penthouse. This room is far superior to the last. We are now in a large private room, that has a fabulous view of the Dallas skyline & enough space for a cot and lots of company. :-) It's a good thing that we got moved, because Mom had lots of visitors today!
Seeing everyone really gave her a burst of energy, and she was able to get up and walk 2 times! Also, Dr. Crim has agreed to let Mom eat a liquid diet, which is a step up from the clear liquid meals of yesterday. We are already making a list of things that she wants to eat as soon as she gets clearance...
1. A warm donut
2. 2 fried eggs w/ toast
3. Watermelon slices
4. Purple hulled peas w/ cornbread
5. Seems to have slipped my mind... I'll have to ask her in the morning.
It looks like I'm going to have some serious cooking to do before returning to Florida next weekend! Lol.
~Sarah
ps. Thanks to everyone who has called, written and visited! My brothers and I are reading the emails aloud to Mom each day... it always brings a smile to her face. Thanks for the support!!!! ♥
Sunday, June 24, 2007
Oncology Ward? Or Penthouse Suite? RM 663
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It is so good to hear that Mama Boggs is recovering so well!!! The hospital seems to be taking tremendous care of you and you have so many family and friends that are cheering you on!!! Can't wait to hear that you are eating donuts and fried eggs... by by liquid diet!!!
Love ~ Danyelli
P.S. Sarah, keep up the good work... we are loving the blogs!!!
~Muah from East Texas~
Sarah, you should write a book..You make things come to life that you write about..And the world needs joy, so badly. I think you could be a great writer, giving every journey in life, a wonderful positive twist...I to, enjoy your blog..I wished I could bring some peas and cornbread to her..and I have fresh tomatoes.You will be there soon Annalisa, All seems to be going so well..It is what is on the inside of folks that matters the most..with love, Mary Anne
Annaleisa, You and I must've been separated at birth. Your "can't wait to eat list" was at the top of my list,too. When sorority went through the buffet at the casino, they were eating shrimp and there I was with my peas and cornbread.
So happy you got in the improved room. Every day will bring improvement I am sure.
It was good to see Lenice at church with Paul.
Can't wait for you to get back to the green, green grass (Bahia and all) of East Texas. We can't compete with the skyline, but in other ways we are at the top! Love to the whole Boggs clan, Kathy Spann
Glad to hear you improving and ready to eat. I have cream cheese roll dough in the fridge and plan to bake a batch tonight so the Boggs family can have some when you get home. Our prayers continue to be with you and your family. Enda
Annaleisa,
Hope you are feeling better today. You are in our best thoughts and prayers.
Hang in there.
The O'Neils
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