Tuesday, October 20, 2015

Just an update...........

Sam, my grandson's surgery is tomorrow morning at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City.  Any and all prayers and positive thoughts would be appreciated.  He is excited about it. He got to see a movie about surgery and he is fascinated with any aspect of science.  His Mom and Dad are not nearly as excited as he is! LOL!  Although this is a rare case, the surgeon has done this surgery about 15 times so Sam will not be a guinea pig.  U of I Hospital is very well known and they get cases from all over so he is in excellent hands.  He has a bone cyst and in most cases these are benign and can be removed safely.  Although they can grow back,  He will have a leg cast and be using a wheelchair which will really be fun for his Mom and Dad...not!  But it could be worse and we are all grateful that it isn't.
As for me and my RA, I finally went to Mountain Home yesterday and I am thankful I got there and back safely all by myself.  I saw the rheumatologist and he has put me on steroids until the Enbrel kicks in.  I haven't taken them yet as you have to have them with food so after supper I'll take one.  I'm exhausted and need to go make dinner now.  I may take a nap too!     I'll update you tomorrow as soon as I hear anything about Sam.  Thank you for all your support and concern!
Happy Trails! 
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18 comments:

  1. SheilaOctober 20, 2015 at 8:34 PM

    Prayers for little Sam! Isn't it amazing how the little ones can handle so much? Take care of yourself!

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    1. Sam I Am......October 21, 2015 at 10:27 AM

      Thank you Sheila. Have you gotten any snow yet? I watch the weather channel and they showed some snow in NY!

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    2. SheilaOctober 26, 2015 at 6:57 PM

      Snow all around us, but nothing at our house yet!

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  2. MelodyOctober 20, 2015 at 10:32 PM

    Sending my thoughts and prayers for Sam and wishing him a speedy and complete recovery. Prayers for you too, take care of yourself...you are precious too.

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    1. Sam I Am......October 21, 2015 at 10:29 AM

      Thank you so much. I took my first steroid tablet last night and had the best sleep in weeks! I awoke this morning to no pain and I am so grateful!

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  3. Far Side of FiftyOctober 21, 2015 at 9:57 AM

    Yes sending prayers for Sam and a complete recovery. Kids bounce back so fast! As for you, I bet you will feel better later today or tomorrow those steroids will help:)

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    1. Sam I Am......October 21, 2015 at 10:32 AM

      Yep, Sam's out of surgery but not awake yet and I was feeling great this morning after just 1 steroid tablet last night after supper.....42 tablets for $1.40...too bad I just can't take steroids and forget the Enbrel at $150.00/shot....I wish! But I'm grateful to be feeling better finally and grateful that Sam is out of surgery and all went well so far.

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    2. Far Side of FiftyOctober 21, 2015 at 6:26 PM

      Good news all around Sam...I think the Enbrel is long acting...at least I hope so:)

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  4. Lucy BowenOctober 21, 2015 at 1:07 PM

    Thinking of Sam - hope he continues to recover well and that the news is good long term. Glad your RA is stabilising.

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    1. Sam I Am......October 26, 2015 at 4:15 PM

      Thanks, Lucy. My daughter is a teacher and they are trying to juggle it all with a preschooler to boot but all is working out just dandy!

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  5. camp and cottage livingOctober 21, 2015 at 6:05 PM

    I will be praying all goes well for your g'son. I hope the meds work soon for your RA.
    BTW, whenever I try to reply to your comments to my blog it returns undeliverable.
    Take care-Kimberly

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    1. Sam I Am......October 26, 2015 at 4:16 PM

      Sorry, but I went to windows 10 an dI am lucky to be able to do anything at all! LOL! The prayers have definitely helped! Thank you!

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  6. ~Lavender Dreamer~October 21, 2015 at 7:42 PM

    I see in your comment that he has had the surgery. I'll keep him in my prayers for a full recovery. Take care of yourself too my friend. And thanks for always taking the time to leave me such sweet comments. You are a kindred spirit...and I'm glad we are friends. Sweet hugs, Diane

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    1. Sam I Am......October 26, 2015 at 4:17 PM

      Thank you, Diane....for sure we are kindred spirits but you are a way better housekeeper and seamstress!

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  7. Terra October 21, 2015 at 10:09 PM

    This is a busy week with surgery and medication for you and your grandson. I pray for great results for both of you.

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    1. Sam I Am......October 26, 2015 at 4:18 PM

      It's all worked out wonderfully thanks to all my sweet blogging friends who sent those prayers and uplifting thoughts!

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  8. StefanieOctober 22, 2015 at 10:45 AM

    Seeing how this was a Tuesday post, I hope Sam is recovering well in the hospital right now. I hope his enthusiasm for science continues and his parents are handling it all okay. You take care of yourself too.

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    1. Sam I Am......October 26, 2015 at 4:19 PM

      Thank you, Stefanie...you are such a sweetie to stop by here and leave your thoughtful comments. All is going really well and I plan on posting today! Sorry, I haven't been around much.

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