In reply to the phone calls
We have been getting quite a few phone calls asking how Dad has been doing so I think it’s time for a little update.
Dad is in the hospital again. He was really dizzy, getting really weak and mentally not quite there for a few days so my mom decided to bring him in even though it seems like he just got out. He hasn’t improved much, at least mentally, but the fluids are improving his kidney functions and hopefully his strength.
He’s still there,I don’t know when he’s getting out or why he’s dizzy or confused,although it might just be dehydration. Mom should know more information. She’s been staying with him at the hospital while Mallory and I have been home. I definitely don’t like not being there but in this case it’s probably better since school’s going on and such.
I never knew just how much dehydration could affect the body. Make sure you drink your water or there could be some serious malfunctions going on, like having your kidneys funtioning at a much lower level than they should be. That’s my word of advice for the day.
Thank you for all of your concern and support. It really does mean a lot.
~Marlene
May 30th, 2007 at 7:46 pm
You have become such a wonderful adult to add to this crazy world. I must confess I truly am impressed with your wisdom, gratitude, and faith at such a young age. We continually pray for your family. Keep your chin up and that beautiful smile displayed. You are amazing, but who could expect anything different from the family you come from. Let us know if there is anything you need. Good luck with the rest of the school year
Love
The Merrow Clan
May 30th, 2007 at 10:48 pm
We pray for you every night as a family. We pray for you to have peace and comfort in your hearts. We can be called upon at anytime if you need something.
May 31st, 2007 at 10:14 am
Thank you for the update Marlene. I hope that if I were in a similar situation, I would handle it with the grace and perspective that you and your family have exemplified. Thoughts and prayers for all of you.
May 31st, 2007 at 8:59 pm
It’s good to “read your voice”, Marlene. I’m sooooo glad that Mallory is home now with you. School’s almost over, you can make it. Just thinking about you all tons and am looking forward to giving you all big hugs this weekend. I love you! xoxo
June 1st, 2007 at 8:25 am
What a lovely young lady you have become. I’ve known you since you were a baby and have watched you grow to become the young woman you are today. You have been handling a very difficult situation with grace and dignity. Marlene, you are so blessed to have such a loving and caring family. After you were born people used to kid your dad and ask him if he was going for a girl’s basketball team. I remember hearing him tell someone that he wouldn’t have it any other way, and I know he meant that. I know he is very proud of all his girls.
He will never be truly gone because he will live on in you and your sisters and in his grandchildren.
Your faith and that of your family’s has been tested, and though this is probably one of the most difficult things you will ever go through you have a strenghth and dignity that many adults don’t have in your situation.
I know Heavenly Father loves you and your family very much, as we all do, and he is here for you.
Love,
Ginny