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Post by Vic on Oct 12, 2012 8:29:59 GMT -5
Hi all -- I haven't been online for almost a week. I'm spending most of my time at the hospital with wife Rita who has been hospitalized since Tuesday.
She seems to be coming around pretty well and they want me to place her in a rehab facility full-time. I will let her enter there for as long as I can afford it. Last time she was scheduled to go to a rehab she raised holy H - - - and we had to cancel it. I hope she co-operates this time, but . . .! -- Vic
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Post by sandy07 on Oct 12, 2012 9:08:12 GMT -5
Sorry to hear about Rita. I'm sorry Peter but I don't remember her story. Perhaps you could tell me more?
I'm sending healing white light to surround her.
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Post by mary57 on Oct 12, 2012 9:24:06 GMT -5
Vic, I'm so sorry to hear Rita is not doing well, for your sake I hope she will agree to the Rehab. Facility, and that there will be a way for you to afford it. Sending my prayers to both of you, take care.
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Post by Blossom/Jackie W. on Oct 12, 2012 9:45:10 GMT -5
Ahhhh Vic....  You work so hard at looking after her and I know it's not easy with your having COPD on top of it all. I take it your insurance or whatever coverage you have, doesn't cover it? Perhpas even a "short stay" would be beneficial? I surely hope she agrees to it for both your sakes. Sandy.... this might help refresh your memory...philns.proboards.com/index.cgi?action=display&board=thoughts&thread=9599&page=1#78282Sarah will be by  Ad Vic; for both you and Rita......  Please keep us abreast when you can..... |
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Post by John on Oct 12, 2012 12:28:07 GMT -5
Vic you & Rita are in my prayers .  |
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Post by Vic on Oct 18, 2012 9:05:58 GMT -5
Hi all -- Just dropping in to say Rita may be moved to a Re-hab Home tomorrow -- not for certain yet, but a good chance. I am absolutely exhausted and I need a good day off. I'm so slow that it's getting rediculous. Thanks for all the wishes and prayers. -- Vic
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Post by peter on Oct 18, 2012 9:27:46 GMT -5
Hi Vic, Sending prayers that Rita will get help at re-hab home. It sounds like that would be the best place for her right now, and give yourself a break. Take Care & God Bless to both of you.
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Post by Blossom/Jackie W. on Oct 18, 2012 14:14:25 GMT -5
Vic; my fingers are crossed for both your sakes! And yes; I'd imagine you ARE feeling whooped! You really do need a couple of days Vic to recharge your batteries...
Thank you for letting us know; my thoughts; hugs and prayers continue. Now; please try to get some rest. You'll be no good to Rita, or yourself, if you don't. We can't have you getting ill as well dear.
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Post by Blossom/Jackie W. on Nov 7, 2012 12:11:55 GMT -5
Hey Vic;
Been awhile now and we've not heard anything
.... and with the storm (Sandy) and where you live it's an added concern. Would you let us know how you and Rita are doing please. You've been on my mind; and I've also had inquiries about you two from others.
I truly hope Vic that maybe Rita's home now or will be soon?
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Post by susanny on Nov 7, 2012 17:04:51 GMT -5
Vic, I've been in the hospital and rehab myself for the past month and this is the first I've heard about how Rita is doing. I am so sorry you are going through such difficulties and hope that things are better for you both now. But as Jackie said, Sandy the hurricane did such destruction in NYC that it leaves us with even more concern. Will be watching for new information about you and praying that things are ok with you and Rita. I can only imagine how difficult it is for you to care for her and yourself as well and know how much you must have needed her to go to rehab. God bless you and keep you safe,
Love, Sue
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Post by linndie2 on Nov 7, 2012 18:13:25 GMT -5
Hi Vic,
so sorry to hear about Rita, hope you are getting a bit of rest and taking care of yourself too.
Having copd is hard enough, anyone tell you lately that you are a good husband/caretaker? You are.
Most of all I hope Rita get better and rehab helps her, both of you take care, your in our thoughts and prayers.
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Post by Vic on Nov 11, 2012 10:44:18 GMT -5
Hi All -- This is my first time on-line in dog's age. Rita was transferred to Rehab Home 6 days ago and was doing a bit better and yesterday she passed out while eating in the dining room and they rushed her back to her room, where I was waiting to visit her, and three nurses and a doctor imediately started working on her, gave her an injection of something and hooked her up to O2. Her BP was 66/55. After about 10 minutes of trying to wake her up, they let me try and after a few pats on the cheek and saying "Rita, it's Vic, wake up" she came around. She was sent back to the hospital for evaluation and they re-admitted her. I'm on the verge of a breakdown. Thank God for Alabama, that was where the power crew was from that gave me my lights back (They came all the way to Long Island like Angels of Mercy). -- Thanks all for thinking of us -- Vic
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Post by linndie2 on Nov 11, 2012 13:27:17 GMT -5
Vic,
You and Rita will be in my prayers, I am so sorry for the level of stress you are under. I hope they find out what is wrong and she feels better. Take care of yourself too Vic, my hope and postive thoughts being sent to both of you.
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Post by gwenwigley on Nov 11, 2012 13:34:01 GMT -5
Vic, So very sorry to hear all you and Rita are going through. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We care. Hugs Gwen   |
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Post by Deborah on Nov 11, 2012 16:50:26 GMT -5
Please accept my best wishes to you and Rita during this difficult time.
Deborah
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Post by mary57 on Nov 11, 2012 18:26:04 GMT -5
Vic, I am so sorry to hear of the problems Rita is having. Thank heaven you have power, it is so necessary to life. Please take care of yourself, and I'm keeping both of you in my prayers. Take Care
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Post by wendyco on Nov 11, 2012 19:48:27 GMT -5
sending prayers for you and Rita....  |
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Post by John on Nov 11, 2012 20:18:21 GMT -5
Sorry to hear o your stress Vic , I'll lite a candle for you & Rita tomorrow am .in the mean time you are in my prayers  |
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Post by susanny on Nov 11, 2012 22:00:04 GMT -5
Oh dear, this just isn't good for either of you. I will continue to keep Rita and you in my prayers and hope they can figure out what is causing her current problem. Hhow scary it must be. God bless both of you with strength and peace.
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Post by bobbioh on Nov 11, 2012 22:07:22 GMT -5
praying for you and rita god bless
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Post by sandy07 on Nov 12, 2012 1:35:26 GMT -5
Thank you for taking the time to let us know. How scarey that must have been . Prayers for you both that this stress will get lifted from your shoulders.
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Post by Blossom/Jackie W. on Nov 12, 2012 9:39:44 GMT -5
It really troubled me y'day when I saw Vic's post. It really did. I've known him for a bit as have some of you. Vic was one of the first COPDer's I got to know and has been a "buddy" ever since. Anyway; I spoke with him this morning before he headed to see Rita. As of y'day they moved Rita back to Rehab. I won't go into many details, but he is wiped/exhausted. He hasn't missed many days believe me (except for when the storm hit and he couldn't get there) He had also lost power for 3 1/2 days Vic and Rita were married when they were 19. They've been married now 58 years. That in itself is amazing! And; right now he's missing her believe me..... He tells me that once they get her walking again, she can come home. He feels she's lost some ground quicker than she should have but; the Dr's feel that it might be becasue of some of the meds she's been on; including some heavy duty IV ant's. We're praying Vic, for both your sakes, that the folks at Rehab are good at their jobs and soon she'll be at home with you where she belongs! And..... YOU stay healthy!  |
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Post by aero63 on Nov 12, 2012 10:13:14 GMT -5
So sorry to read this Vic.
I hope she gets through rehab okay and is home with you shortly. Sending healing thoughts out to you.
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Post by peter on Nov 12, 2012 12:34:37 GMT -5
Sending Prayers for you both Vic & Rita & she will come soon.
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Post by Vic on Nov 14, 2012 10:05:25 GMT -5
Went to see Rita yesterday and she was actually smiling . . haven't seen that in a long while . . it made me smile too! That hasn't happened in a long while either. They have her back doing walking exercises and they tell me she is showing improvement . . I sure hope so, I so want her back home where she belongs. Thanks again everyone for all your wishes and prayers . . they are truly welcome and appreciated. And a special thanks to our Wonder Woman, Jackie for her special caring and for calling me all the way from Nova Scotia. God Bless you all in this trying time. -- Love all, Vic
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Post by peter on Nov 14, 2012 10:13:04 GMT -5
Good to hear that Vic, I will keep the prayers coming so you will be back home together soon.
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Post by mary57 on Nov 14, 2012 11:26:07 GMT -5
It's good to hear that you both were smiling agian, that is so important. Will be keeping both of you in my prayers that rehab continues to strengthen Rita's muscles, and you are both home again.
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Post by Blossom/Jackie W. on Nov 14, 2012 14:12:05 GMT -5
Vic; music to my little ears to hear that things are on the "upswing!" And; TY for such kind words....  Now.... you just keep encouraging that little sweetheart of yours to make like the "Little Engine That Could" .... and does  She'll be home in no time! |
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Post by bobbioh on Nov 14, 2012 19:08:52 GMT -5
awesome news praying she continues to heal
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Post by susanny on Nov 14, 2012 22:14:24 GMT -5
 I always love reading about healing and feeling better. I'll bet the room just shined with the light from both your smiles! Continued prayers for a quick healing. Love, Sue
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She'll be home in no time!