Sunday 30 April 2017

April Showers

We've had some busy days since the last update with continued assessments, tests and the struggle to keep all checks in balance.  Tricia has had increasing physical activity which has been great to see.  She has gone from taking her first steps a couple of days ago, to now walking a few laps around the ward.  Her medical team are always measuring fluid intake, watching drug interactions and of course trying to ensure she gets enough rest.  

As most of you who have ever been hospitalized know, achieving the resting state is very difficult. Tricia is a seasoned and experienced patient, but this recent stay has been very trying.  Visitors are still not “what the doctor ordered” just yet, but we hope that should change once the routine slows down a bit.  

Tomorrow starts a new week and a new month and we expect Tricia will have some sunnier days ahead.

16 comments:

Carol said...

Awesome Tricia Keep up the laps your are amazing .
Love and prayers . ๐Ÿ’–๐Ÿ’–๐Ÿ’–

Anonymous said...

Way to go Tricia. I am cheering for you all the way from Melfort!! Just take one step at a time. Sometimes it helps to drown out the hospital noise with some quiet uplifting music. I pray you find some rest. My continued prayers for you complete healing and recovery. May God increase your strength daily and your faith grow stronger as you conquer each new battle. Hugs.

ed said...

Thank you for the news.
We continue with our love and prayers for Tricia and all her team.

Much love and prayers to all

Ed and Deanie

Sonia said...

Keep those laps going! Such great news ๐Ÿ–’๐Ÿ˜Š Thanks for the updates and thanks to the great support team. ๐Ÿ˜š love Sonia

Lorelee Marin said...

Thank you for the update, Tricia is well-loved by her friends and colleagues at the Cancer PAC & SCN. Is there something we can do to show her how special she is to us, to cheer her on or brighten her room?
I am sure many have reached out individually, a few have sent me messages to share with Tricia. Dr Churcher, Ray Clark & Christine Ferguson send their love and continue to pray for Tricia, for daily strength and wisdom for her care team. We are so grateful that she has the wonderful support of her family and friends. Please let us know if there is something practical or comforting that we can do.

Lorelee Marin

Vivian and Dave said...

Thank you so much for the update. This is such wonderful news. Keep up the good work Tricia. You bring a new definition to the word trooper. You remain in our thoughts and prayers and we're walking with you in spirit. Love Vivian and
family.

Amanda Kanuka said...

Always rooting for you here! The slow climbs are still worth every step.
Love,
The Kanukas

C.Antonini said...

You are incredibly strong, Tricia. Wonderful to hear!

Louise and David said...

๐Ÿ’ŒDear Tricia,

We had to read this post a few times to imagine you up and walking around the ward.๐Ÿšถ You should have seen my face!๐Ÿ˜„ Clearly everyone on the medical team is keeping a close eye on you, but you must be making the kind of progress that astounds even them.๐ŸŽ†

Hearing that you have already gone from taking your first steps,๐Ÿพ two days ago, to doing a few laps around the ward๐Ÿšถ has made us wonder at your determination.❤ If you can find such a steady way to increase your physical activity, you are also going to figure out how to achieve the restful state essential to your recovery.๐Ÿจ If anyone can do it, you can! You have so much experience to draw on, the wisdom to apply it and the will to make good things happen for yourself and others.๐Ÿ˜

I can imagine that all of Tricia's Trotters have itchy feet tonight.๐Ÿšถ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿšถ๐Ÿƒ๐Ÿšถ๐Ÿšถ๐Ÿƒ They'll be seeing themselves falling into step with you, moving into a brand new month and anticipating better days on the road ahead.⛅

๐Ÿ˜ซWhenever it comes time for you to sleep, Tricia๐Ÿ’ค๐Ÿ’ค, just imagine your army of supporters standing guard over your mind at rest 24/7.

๐Ÿ’ŒLove you lots,
Louise and David

BJ said...

Dear Tricia,

Gentle hugs, love and prayers to you and your family. May you continue to improve, grow stronger and get your much needed rest.

Bob and BJ

Bob and Heather said...

Such good news!!!!! WOW....keep doing what you are doing and get some rest.

Bob and Heather

Marcia said...

Dear Tricia, Many, many people are sending you prayers and positive thoughts - with every step you take, we are holding you up with our love.

Marcia and Dennis xo

Unknown said...

Hey Tricia - YOU are truly an inspiration and I'm honoured for having shared "a few steps" of your journey. You really do KNOW how to make Miracles! Sending Love and Prayers :-))) Millie

Mary Ellen said...

Beautiful Tricia,
You are constantly in our thoughts and prayers.
We're sending love to you, Marie, Lui , Brandon, Tasha and all,
Mary Ellen & Bob
xoxo



Unknown said...

Awesome Tricia, love the laps! Hope you can get out and enjoy the sunshine later this week. Thinking of you xoxox Laura, Jamie, & James

Unknown said...

Love coming from Ontario. Earlier today, we saw a young bird resting safely under the protective eave of our daughter's cottage. We thought of you and the protective love of God offering you protection. Please know that you are always in our thoughts and that we continue to send you hugs and healing energy, no matter where we happen to be......much love, Heather and Bob