Friday, April 18, 2008

FRIDAY MORNING

So long, farewell, Auf wiedersehen, good night, that is what the kidney doctors popped in last night to tell us. They stopped by to simply tell us goodbye that she did not need them anymore. Her Creatine levels continue to drop from 1.6 to 1.2. Normal is less than 1, but they are more concerned with the numbers staying level and that fact that they did for several days and are now dropping even more is a great sign, so the access catherter for them to do the dialysis will be coming out today and NO MORE DIALYSIS!!! Another answered prayer. Rehab will start on Monday as the rehab department did not have a bed available yesterday and they do not normally do admissions on Fridays, as the patient would come in and would not do much over the weekend anyway. So Monday it is. Yesterday, Molly got dressed again, transfered to the wheelchair all on her own, went to Physical Therapy for almost an hour and did a great job, doing most of the exercises on her own with little or no assistance. We then went to the rehab floor and met Sally. Sally went through a very similar illness as Molly 2 years ago and lost both her legs below the knee. She was in the reahb center because she had had some issues with her one leg and was needing some additional sugery and to be refitted for her prosthtic. We talked with her for about 45 minutes and really helped Molly and I to truly see that "normal" will once again be part of our lives. We exchanged emails and phone numbers with Sally and she told Molly to call anytime for support, vent, just to chat, etc.. What a blessing Sally and others like her will be in the coming months. We then went outside for a long time, ate, and then went back to the room. Occupational Therapy came in and worked with her hands and fingers and of course Molly did great! The therapists really beleive that Molly will only be in rehab for a short time, and could possibly go straight home after rehab here instead of finding another facility. We will know more come Monday when we meet with the entire rehab team and talk about goals and timeframes, but coming home within the next few weeks seems like a real possibility. Of course that does mean the "real work" will begin, as we begin our new life together without nurses, doctors, therapists, etc. But we are both looking forward to it. SPECIFIC PRAYERS NEEDED
  • Rehab goes well and we can come straight home after that
  • Healing of wounds and stumps so prosthetics can be fitted and we can begin that journey
  • Spirit, for both of us as the reality of everything will become more and more real as we enter back into 'normal' life
  • Sally, our new friend as she is moving into an apartment on her own that has stairs and she needs to rehab again after having additional surgery.

God Bless you all, and thanks again for all the support, gifts, cards, and especially the prayers. They do indeed work and are answered!

Love,

Jamey and Molly

11 comments:

Sandy said...

Congratulations on another huge milestone! No more dialysis! Yeah! One more giant step forward. Enjoy today's sunshine and the warmth as well as the weekend. You have a lot of work to do starting next week and we'll all be right there with you.
Love,
Sandy

Anonymous said...

I just love the Sound of Music and will listen to it from now on in a whole new light. The news just keeps getting better and better and all these firsts will soon become lasts. My students continue to ask and pray and they will be tickled with the latest. did you get the picture through the email? Let us know when we can call!!!! Love you both.....Paula and the boys

Anonymous said...

Jamey and Molly,
Wow! It just all sounds so good and we are thankful for it all. Tears came to my eyes when I read this blog. I admire you!! You are very strong and it just shows how determined you truly are! I want you to remember this scripture when or if rehab becomes difficult. It comes from 2Corinthians 12:9.. My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness. You two continue to be in thought and prayer! Have a super day!!
Melinda, Trent and boys

Anonymous said...

Molly, Why am I not surprised by your continued strength? This is great news! YEA! A new address to send a card on Monday! That's great news also! We can't wait to get you home & visit. Keep up the great work (now do I sound like you talking to your 1st graders)? Miss you! Love, Jodi, Jim, Maddi & Parker

Anonymous said...

Molly!! I continue to think of you often!! I do apologize that I have not written a comment in a long time! It sounds like things are going great for you!! I am really, truly happy that you are getting better each day! I enjoy reading these posts filled with good news and great progress!! I just wanted to let you know that you are still constantly in my thoughts and prayers! You continue to be inspiring to all!! Take care and continue the improvement!!

Anonymous said...

Molly!! I continue to think of you often!! I do apologize that I have not written a comment in a long time! It sounds like things are going great for you!! I am really, truly happy that you are getting better each day! I enjoy reading these posts filled with good news and great progress!! I just wanted to let you know that you are still constantly in my thoughts and prayers! You continue to be inspiring to all!! Take care and continue the improvement!!

kcoppess said...

We are so happy to hear about all of the wonderful news! No more dialysis and moving onto rehab. - that's great!! I know that the rehab will be hard work, but I'm sure you will be their "star student"!

Ethan wants to say - "Mrs. French, I love you. I hope you come home very soon!"

We all miss you!

Love,
Krista and Ethan Coppess (and family)

Anonymous said...

Molly,
YOU are SO GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!
IT is great to hear that maybe in 2 weeks or so you could be home. I am so happy that you might get to come back to your own home after such a long stay in the hospital. But in other ways as fast as you are getting better your stay has been shorter.
I just hope when you get home you get the queen treatment from everyone that you have gotten in Michigan..
GOD has really proven Himself in all this. WE give HIM all he GLORY. WE can't wait to have our Molly back..

LOVE Ya..
Michelle

Anonymous said...

Molly & Jamey , we were so excited to hear the great news about your kidneys!!!!!!!!!!! We literally started clapping and THANKING AND PRAISING THE LORD!!!! WE CRIED TOGETHER, FEELING SO BLESSED,SO MANY PRAYERS BEING ANSWERED!!!! AND NO DOUBT, MANY MORE TO COME!!!!!!!!! GOD LOVES YOU BOTH AND SO DO WE!!!! HAVE AN AMAZING WEEKEND!!!!THE BOOKERS: HOLLI TYEAL JORDAN AND KENNEDY

Anonymous said...

Molly and Jamey,
What great news, no more dialysis. One prayer has been answered. Keep up the good work. You will never know how much you have touched the hearts of so many people by your courage and determination. You and Jamey are a great inspiration to all. Have a great weekend and enjoy the sunshine.
God Bless You Both
Evelyn

Anonymous said...

Our God is an awesome God!!!

Your progress has been remarkable!
Keep climbing those mountains, it is worth the sight to behold!!!

Love you,
Becky