The last few days have been not so fun...
Thursday Dave and I were working out in our backyard. Pulling weeds ... as usual ...
Long story short, Dave tripped over something and took a very hard fall.
Thank the Lord nothing was broken but oh boy is he bruised.
I couldn't get him up and after dealing with the stubborn man syndrome , I was able to call my son and he came right over. One look at Dad, Steve made the decision to call 911. The EMTs felt he should go to ER and get checked out. Trip by ambulance and Steve and I going by car. I don't know if was the Full Moon then but there were a gazillion people all there with issues.We were there for 9 hours before being released.
SO the last few days have been spent in the recliner and taking meds...being miserable and so sore. The meds yesterday made him loopy and so it was another difficulty on my shoulders. So many prayers going up. Finally he came out of that and now we have got to get him back on his feet. Getting old isn't for the faint of heart.
Prayers appreciated, I will get back into blogging in a day or two. I know this isn't as hard as many of you are going through but this is my world for a while.
See that turtle on the rock?
Yup, that's us right now ... moving slowly and just plugging along.
Always be Grateful
Always be Kind
19 comments:
I'm so sorry. These things happen in a flash and then take so long to resolve. Praying for you and Dave!
Sending good vibes and prayers. Falling is never good... but especially as we get older. As awful as it was, he was lucky it wasn't more serious.
Oh no, I'm so sorry! I know when I fall, I cannot get up because of bad knees and torn rotator cuffs. What did the E.R. say? any sprains or anything? I will be praying!! Maybe a walker for just awhile?
So sorry to hear about Dave's fall. Glad you were able to get your son there to help. It was a good idea to go to the ER just to be on the safe side. Hope he's feeling better soon
Oh my goodness, that's awful! I'm so glad your son was nearby to come help and talk his dad into going to the ER. Those places have got to be the most trying places. Please know, I'm lifting prayers for the BOTH of you.
Please don’t ever feel like you shouldn’t share your struggles with us. That’s what we’re here for. It helps us know how to support you in prayer.
I’m truly sorry to hear about what happened, but I'm relieved that nothing serious occurred. I can only imagine how painful the bruising must be for Dave. I’ll be keeping him in my prayers for a speedy recovery. I agree with what Ginny suggested - perhaps a temporary walker could be helpful during his healing process. I understand how frustrating that “stubborn man” syndrome can be, but sometimes it may be necessary to step in and make an executive decision on his well-being and your back.
Oh and 9 hours in ER sounds about right these days.
Oh no, Sue, I am SO sorry to hear this! Oh, I am so thankful to hear that Dave didn't break any bones, but sometimes those hurt muscles can hurt just as bad as something broken. Thankfully they will heal and in a few days he will feel much better, but I do hope you will consider enlisting the help of some family or "friends" to help with the yard work. There comes a time when we have to stop and realize that maybe it would be better to ask for help than to go through this kind of suffering. Praying for your situation, and that God will provide the help you need. I do understand about this kind of thing. We are at that stage as well, and are having to ask for help. I truly am sorry and to totally understand. Please don't YOU overdo it too! (((HUGS))) and prayers for both of you.
Sue, glad to read that Dave was not seriously injured in that fall, but surely he is hurting and sore and bruised. It will take time to heal and feel better but rest and meds hopefully will help him get back on his feet. And, please do not overdo any yard work yourself.
I'm so sorry your husband took a fall and had to go to emergency. Oh my, that was a long time for him and you to wait. So good of your son to come right over and help out. You are taking such good care of him, and I hope that he heals quickly. Whispering a prayer for the both of you, and please know your blog friend is sending thoughts of comfort and love.
I am so very sorry. It is just what we need - getting older is hard enough - and then adding a big fall. Nine hours in the ER! Awful. Take care of him and don't worry about anything else.
I am so sorry to hear about Dave’s fall, but I’m incredibly glad to hear that nothing was broken despite those nasty bruises. That "stubborn man syndrome" combined with a nine-hour ER wait sounds utterly exhausting for both of you, so please don't minimize what you're walking through right now. Sending you both strength for a steady recovery, that little turtle on the rock is the perfect reminder to just take things one slow step at a time.
Oh Sue, I just got home last night from my trip to see my sister and saw on fb that Dave had taken a fall. I didn't have my phone with me on the trip so didn't have any idea what was happening. Will be praying big time that he has a quick recovery and the brusing and pain will not last long. For you my dear friend, take care of yourselft too. You are right, this getting older is not for the faint of heart. Love you tons.
I am so sorry to read this! Glad Dave is home and resting. Sending prayers for you as his caregiver.
Oh my word, 9 hours in the ER? That almost sounds like a worse ordeal than the fall.
Glad nothing was broken. Praying for a speedy recovery.
Dear Sue...I am so sorry that this happened to Dave. Falls like this are so easy to do and yet so dangerous especially as we age. Thankful that Steve was able to come right over and made the decision to call 911. I am certainly sending prayers for Steve as he recoups from this and for you as well. Take care of yourself while you are taking care of Dave. Love you...big hugs and big prayers..
Oh no!! Well, glad he's alright!!!
I refuse to sit 8 to 9 hours anymore in the ER! And the cost of the ambulance...It's insane...and if you went in not too ill, you will definitely come out ILL! IF it's an infection, respiratory, sore throat, or flu...anything minor...etc., we go to an Express Unit that's affiliated with our hospital. NO wait time...kind Dr and nurses...A heart attack? Yes, get to the main hospital but a light fall event? Try one of those first. I Know you have one or two around you.
hugs
Donna
Oh my. So glad you called your son and called for the ambulance. I am so sorry he is in so much pain. I will definitely pray for him. Love the turtle. they are a favorite of mine. You take care.
Definitely not fun getting older. I sure hope Dave is back to normal by now and you are enjoying more the quail you saw in your yard. Glad you got a few pics if even with the cell phone. I use to get quail in my other yard down the mountain. I've only seen them come through here in 2013 when we first moved up here.
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