I need to ask for some prayers/positive vibes.

So glad to hear your Gran is making progress and hoping she keeps on doing so.

Keeping the prayers going for her, your Dad, and for you and your Mum too.

Hugs
Chris

Glad that your Mom is doing well Diana! :)

My dad is doing better each day.
My Grandma on the other hand today is the same. She now has a MRSA infection, which is what I was hoping against hope for her not to have.
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/hip/Aresist/mrsafaq.htm

I myself am having mini breakdowns periodically. :( Like right now. I just can't stop crying. :(I was talking to her about Keegan today and she was moving around like she could understand me but I was so overcome with emotion I couldn't talk. I just don't know what I am gonna do without her.
Keegan doesn't get why momma is so upset right now, she is just playin with her ball! But she keeps coming over and putting her head in my lap. :) If it weren't for my girls, I don't know what I would do.
The pic attached is my Gma and my Dad at Christmas. :)

Thanks for helping us put a face to your father and grandmother. I will be praying for them.
I'm sorry you have to deal with all this at once. Through your tears and sadness I hope you realize that you are not alone and that there are many prayers being said for you and your family.

{{{BIG HUG}}}

Staci, what a sweet picture. Your dad and grandmother just look so sweet in that picture.

I do hope and pray that your grandmother will improve, and be back home with you and your family very soon. Please know that there is a lot of people praying for you, your dad, grandmother and the rest of the family.

Willie

I'm so sorry you are going through all of this.
It does sound positive that your grandmother is responding to you, but I know you are still very upset.
I am thinking of you, and praying for your Grandmother.

I'm so glad you have Keegan and Kylie there for you right now--they will listen until you can't talk or cry anymore, and that golden fur must soak up a lot of tears.

{{{hugs}}}

Staci,
I'm so sorry it has taken me this long to tell you that prayers and good thoughts are going your way for your Gandma's recovery. I was without Internet service for almost a week and just saw your post right now.
I do hope she improves soon and also that your Dad stays free of pain.
With best get well wishes for your loved ones from
Alicia

Stac,

You all remain in my prayers. I hope healing will begin for your grandma and your dad.

I wish I could make you feel better, but it sounds as if that job has been taken by your wonderful pup and kitters. Let me know if I can do anything, even just listen.

Take care, sweetie.

Love, Kelly

There wasn't much change today. My grandma's sister Jean was pretty discouraged b/c she wasn't very active today but They have her pretty heavily medicated for pain.
I did better today, I wasn't as emotional, tho it comes and goes, I think it is all the outpouring of love and prayers that is coming from PT and the whole community that is pulling for her.
If I may, I would like to add to the 'prayer burden' again. My aunt I mentioned earlier Jean, her husband has Lung Cancer and she is taking him back and forth to Chemo, doing her 'farmwife' duties, and then spending the rest of her time at the hospital b/c she wants someone to be there if Gma wakes up. I told her today to take care of herself, and she snapped "I will do what I want!" I know the stress is getting to her, I can't imagine. She knows I have her best interest at heart tho. She is just feisty herself, she has to be she is related to my Gma!! ;) :p

Once again, I thank each and everyone of you from the bottom of my heart.

Staci, I am really happy that you are keeping us updated. That is so helpful.

I will add your aunt to my prayers as well as you, your family, your dad, and your grandmother.

Willie

Not much change, I didn't go to the hospital today. My mom told me that Grandma wouldn't want me pining over her like that. But I am to meet my sister, Dad, Grandpa in the morning to HOPEFULLY talk to the Dr. and make some decisions. My mom told me that she is completely in God's hands now and as much as it hurts I have tried to give her over to God too. I keep thinking to myself that God probably wants her to bake him cookies and pies like she does for us. :(
I will continue to give any updates as long as her battle goes on. Thank you.

Staci is your grandmother on life support? Anyway like I said before I am so happy you keep us updated on what is going on with your grandmother.

I really do feel for you, it is so hard when a family member is sick. I know how you feel. I know too that your grandmother would not want you worrying about her, because I am a grandmother too.

You are in my prayers, along with your family.

Willie

Yes she has been on the Ventilator since Sunday afternoon. They were going to try to take her off of it tomorrow. I think she is breathing on her own. I just hope that if they do take her off that it won't be such a struggle for her to breathe. Every time I remember seeing her last Sunday, before they intubated her, and how sick she was, struggling to breathe, in so much pain from infection, and out of her head and confused with the infection, it breaks my heart and I dissolve into tears again. I just can't bear it.

Staci, that has to hurt so much. I am so sorry. God that has to be hard on you. :(

I wish you didn't have to go through this. I will continue thinking about you and praying for you.

Willie

Just wanted you to know we are thinkingabout you tongiht Staci. Hope things went as well as they could as the hospital this morning. Give Keegan and Kylie big hugs and let them help you get through this.

Thanks Amy (and everyone else!!)
Today, we didn't meet at the hospital this morning, b/c the Dr made rounds early and called my dad at home. We as a family have decided to aggressively treat the infection b/c they know what it is and feel they are ahead of it. If we do not see any improvement within 2-4 day we are going to pull the lifesupport. She will not live long after that b/c she won't be able to breath on her own for very long in that condition. She is in excruciating pain, any touch causes her to breath to fast and she fights the vent. My poor aunts were going in and massaging her back and bending her arms so they wouldn't get sore and she started to 'hyperventilate' and fight the vent. The nurses have asked them not to do that, and they sedated her so she would breath normally. She was breathing 4 times faster then the ventilator was set on.
Part of me is trying to prepare myself for the end (is there ever anyway to do that?) but then I feel if I don't have hope and lose faith that I might as well be killing her myself. I know that this is the season of miracles so I am praying for one.
I am not sure if I will make it to the hospital tomorrow, have some things to do before work, but definatley will go down on Tuesday and talk to my parents tomorrow after they come home.

I have asked every angel I know from my life to watch over Grandma. Shaianne, my other Grandpa, and all the RB babies that she has had in her life, any I can think of. I have whispered to Keegan and Kylie that if they have any pull with the big guy to use it. Today when we were discussing things about her treatment and after, my dad got very emotional and couldn't speak, the rest of us were afraid to move to touch him, he would have broke down even more, just sat and sobbed, and my beautiful hearted Keegan went over and sat with her head in Grandpa's lap, and he cried into her fur as I have done so often this week. He was then able to tell us what he wanted. I was sooooo proud of her.
I told Amy last nite that I remember 2 1/2 years ago when Shaianne died I cried into Kylie's fur and said "Kylie, what are we going to do without her?" Now I am doing the same thing with Keegan in regards to Grandma. :(

I hope treating the infection will help and she will improve! I'm still keeping your Grandma in my thoughts, and I sincerely hope things will get better for her.

Just wanted to let you know that I'm still praying for your grandma and father. Take care, and hang in there. If you need to talk, I'm just a PM away. {{{hugs}}}

Like you said, it is the season of miracles. Try not to lose faith, hard as it is. We are all here for you and praying for you.

I'm so sorry to hear she's not doing any better Staci:(

I'll be keeping your family in my prayers.

Oh, Staci. {Big, big, hugs}.
Keeping your Grandma, you, and your family, in my thoughts and prayers.

Staci, this is so hard, and I am sorry that your family is having to go through this. Bless Keegan's heart for being there for her "grandpa". She helped him without even realizing it. Please know that our prayers are still coming, regardless of the outcome for your grandmother. I hope she can be comfortable during this difficult period.

Logan

Staci, I'm still keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Please take care.

I'm still thinking of you and your family Staci.
You are all in my prayers every night.

Sweet Keegan, she did the best thing anyone could have possibly done for your father.

My family and I are gathering at 9am (our time) to say Goodbye. We have opted not to prolong her suffering any longer. She was such a strong precious lady, she deserves to die with dignity. We are not sure when it will happen, she won't live long after she is taken off. We have no ill will towards the Dr. he was very apologetic and felt that we were winning the fight. I know him from My hospital and he is the best surgeon at that Hospital, so there are no what if's.
Keegan is going to miss her Great Grandma who always had homemade (people) cookies for her. She runs to the door of the trailer everytime we go there and Grandma would let her in. Keegan was named after her so there was always a special bond b/n them. There is going to be a new Angel watching over us. I will miss her forever.
Thank you for your prayers and support.

I'm sorry Staci.
I'm sure you all know what is best for her.

Staci -

I'm so sorry for you and your family :( I will keep you all in my prayers and thoughts through this hard time for you all :(

Staci, I feel so awful for you. I just can't tell you how sorry I am. I wish she had improved for the sake of the family. Again I am so sorry.

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Willie

I'm so sorry, Staci (((HUGS)))

You and your family will be in my thoughts :( You know we're all here for you if you need us.

My mom just called. Shortly around 1230 at nite, Shaianne and all her pets have led her to the Bridge. Shaianne LOVED her Great Grandma also. She will lead her across then go back to wait for me.

Staci, I'm so sorry.:( You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Please take care of yourself. {{{HUGS}}}

Staci: I can't imagine how hard this must be for you and your family to let someone go because I've never been in that situation. I can only pray for you, your family, and especially Grandma. RIP Grandma.

I'm so sorry {{{hugs}}}

Condolences to you and your family during this sad time. I know you can prepare for the end, but it always heartbreaking when a beloved relative passes. I'm sure your Gran is grateful that you were able to say goodbye.


{{{hugs}}}

Staci, I don't know what to say other than I am just so sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there in person to give you a hug. :(

I'm with Amy...I wish I could come to you and give you a big hug. :(
I'm so sorry for your loss. She'll be missed greatly, I can tell.

Take care.....I wish I could make it better. I'm just so sorry, I know how much you love that woman, that great woman. I remember all the fun times you'd tell me about with her and your other family members.

You and your family will be in my prayers. May God heal your heart when you are ready.

Love,
Kelly

And Keegan....you are an amazing pup. Just reading about what you did for your grandpa brought tears to my eyes. Be with your mama, she needs you.

Staci, I'm so very sorry to hear this. Heaven received a very special Angel tonight. I'm glad you were able to say your goodbyes.
Take care of yourself and know that we are all sending healing thoughts out to you and your family during this difficult time.
{{{BIG HUG}}}

Staci, I just read this right now. :( I'm so very sorry to hear of the loss of your grandmother. It is never easy losing a loved one. My condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. Take care.

{{{hugs}}}

Staci, I am so sorry. :(

My condolences to you and your family.

{{Hugs}}

Chris

Staci, I guess in a way it was a blessing that your grandmother's life ended on her own terms. But still, it is so sad, and I know your heart is breaking. :( My heart breaks for you and your family too. Isn't it a pleasant thought, though, that precious Shaianne was right there to guide her? Sure makes me feel better.

My thoughts and prayers are with you, my friend.

Logan

:(
So Sorry, Staci ~ Big {{{HUGS}}} to You and your Family.

Safe Trip to The Bridge, GranMom.

Gonna be a LOT of Cookie Baking going on up there in Heaven now...

Your GranMom, My Mom, and My Two GranMoms -
LOTTA Cookies for God & the Bridge Kids!

/s/ :( Phred

Staci,,

i am so sorry for you loss.:(

{{{{HUGS}}}}

you and your family will be in my prayers.