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Thursday 5 July 2012

TIME FOR A BREAK!

Following my last post, I'm disappointed to say things have not gone well!

After all the preparation and worry leading up to my dear Dad's major surgery yesterday, we got as far as completing the last minute pre-op assessments and changing into his surgical gown to being told that the x-ray machinery needed to assist the surgeon during the operation had broken down and the electrician was unable to repair it that same day!  He was sent back home with a new date of 8 August ~ that's an unbelievable further 5 weeks of sitting on a time bomb and hoping that the aneurysm doesn't rupture.
As you can probably imagine we are all devastated at this news and both my Mum and Dad were in pieces yesterday, my Mum especially as she knows this is a high-risk operation for him and whereas today we were hoping to be waking up to good news and the recovery process starting ~ we are back to Square 1.

I thank each and everyone of you from the bottom of my heart for the heartfelt comments you all left, your kindness, prayers and hugs have meant the world both to me and my family ~ thank you so so much xxx

I'm going to take a break from blogging for a little while, I don't have anything creative to share with you and time is so precious at the moment and needed for my loved ones.  I don't like to continually write sad posts so I'm hoping that in a few weeks or so I can come back with happy news and lots of new creations.

Thank you again for your support ~ you are true friends xxx

29 comments:

Valma said...

Take all the time you need before coming back here
It's very important to take time with your family
such an event is scandalous :-/
take care
hugs from France
xxxxxx

Shirlee said...

I don't blame you one bit for being upset! This is unheard of! Can you perhaps talk with the head of the hospital & file some kind of complaint? My prayers are with you & your family.

denise said...

spend all the time you can with your family. praying for you. denise

Vickie said...

Oh dear Jane! How awful at the last moment like that. I have prayed for you and your family. Let us hope it can be done sooner. You are very wise to use this time for family. Take care now.

Catherine said...

Sending many thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
We'll be here when you are ready....

Lesleyanne said...

Jane please know that I am thinking of you and your family. Take all the time you need I will be here when you come back. If you need to talk please email me. I cannot believe they have done this to your Dad and can completely understand why you are so upset. Take care and hugs.

Denise said...

Hugs and continued prayers for you and your family. Maybe they will be able to move the surgery to an earlier date. Crossing my fingers for that.

Sally said...

Oh Jane I really feel for you. I'm way behind on blog reading and just popped by quickly. Just want to send you lots of hugs. I hope your Dad's surgery will happen sooner. Take care and we will all be here when you come back {{{{hugs}}}}

Kate said...

Jane I am so sorry that you and your family have had to endure these difficulties. Please know that I will be thinking about you all (((Hugs)))

Scout and Sage said...

I don't know if your socialized medical is like our's in Canada .. but .. pitch a fit. Talk to the media. Bitch to hospital admin. Your dear Dad is not a low priority case that can be shoved 5 weeks away! That's ridiculous!

I will be thinking of you and your's and sending as many positive thoughts as I have over the Atlantic!

Carol said...

Oh, I can't imagine the wait, Jane--isn't there anything that can be done? Can he have the operation in a different hospital? I don't know the system in England, but I would hope that with such a time bomb situation that something could be done to move up the date...

Please know you and your family are in my thoughts, Jane--you have so much on your plate right now...Take care and spend your time with your precious family.

~*Sharee*~ said...

Will keep you and your sweet dad in our prayers; it's always something..hope your able to enjoy your family, you'll be missed here in bloging world..:)

Hugs, Shar

CalamityJr said...

I'll certainly keep your whole family in my prayers. Enjoy time with those you love - we'll be here when you get back!

Deborah said...

Use all the time you need. Being with your family is the most important thing. My thought are with you all.

stitchersanon said...

OH that is so cruel...what a horrible thing to happen. You take all the time you need..we will be here for you anytime you need us xxx

♥ Nia said...

Strong hug to you sweetie!! I hope things will get better for you and your family {{Hugs}}

Anne said...

So, so sorry to hear that this has happened to your Dad. How awful. I truly hope an earlier surgery comes up and he won't have to wait for 5 weeks. My heart goes out to you and your family at this time. Hugs

Stitching Noni said...

Oh my goodness. That is so not right! I really feel for you all. I hope that they can get your Dad in earlier for the surgery. Take care & take the time you need to be with your family. My thoughts & prayers are with you. Hugs x

Melody said...

That does not sound right at all that the surgery was delayed so long...what does the doctor think?

Take care and best of luck in this stressful time.

Barb said...

Oh my dear I feel for you all, how diabolical, what would they class as an emergency then? as that is what it is.
When you feel like it come back and we will all be ready with open arms.and hugs a plenty.

Mouse said...

sorry to hear the bad news re the cancellation of the op ....
you take all the time you need .. we shall still be hear waiting for you ... I shall have the kettle on ready and waiting (((hugs))) love mouse xxxx

Solstitches said...

What terrible stress your family are going through.
I hope your Dad's surgery will take place soon.
Hugs and good thoughts coming your way.
Margaret

Lois said...

Jane, I'm so sorry to hear that your Dad's surgery was cancelled so close to him having it done. Take care, spend time with your loved ones and I hope that somehow the surgery will happen sooner than they say. xox

Maggee said...

If there is one thing I know for sure--Time Flies! Before you know it, August 8th will be here! Meanwhile, all our prayers will shelter Dad from further complications... Hugs to you!

Mindi said...

I'm so sorry to read the bad news, my thoughts will be with you and your family, and hopefully they can fit the surgery in sooner.

Penny said...

I'm so sorry to hear this! I will be thinking about you and keeping you and your family in my prayers.

Cindy's Stitching said...

prayers sent your way.

Myra said...

Dear Jane just wanted you to know I am continuing to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Michelle May-The Raspberry Rabbits said...

Just wanted to check in with you Jane. How are things going. You've been on my mind.
xx, Michelle and the Bunnies