Tuesday, August 30, 2016

This Is It And I'm Terrified

My oldest brother, Jim, after months of waiting... is now in surgery.

A double lung transplant. Right now. 

I'm supposed to do another long day at work tomorrow but how can I just toddle off to bed whilst Mom is in her room crying as though her heart will break? Jim was born when she was just 15; they've been through it all together, hell, they grew up together. I want to scream, to cry, to make everything better but I can't.

I can be here and I can get her up there, to Indiana. Probably on Friday, if all goes well.


15 comments:

  1. Fingers crossed for you and him.

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  2. Be as kind to yourself as possible. I know that might be just a little bit tonight but good practice. Compassionate strength is what will help your family and you through this. All my best hopes for you and yours.

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  3. I am sure all will be fine. Good luck to you all.

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  4. I have everything crossed for you all. You are in my heart.

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  5. I've crossed everything I can in hopes all will be well.

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  6. Wrapping my arms around you can you feel them. I am not the only one. It is going to be alright. You, your Mom and your brother will all get through this because there are a lot of forces behind you helping you along the way and we are only a few of those who care. HUGS hugs B

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  7. I am hoping for the very best for you, your brother, and your family. If you are making that long drive to Indiana, drive safely.

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  8. One foot after the other; one mile after the other. I think Jim is exactly where he is supposed to be; the rest of his support group will be there, too. We're thinking of you.

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  9. Hope everything goes well for him with the surgery and you can both visit safe and sound.

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  10. May all go well with the operation! Sending best wishes and lots of positive thoughts for success and healing!

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  11. you are in my thoughts. take care.

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  12. Dear me! What a worrying time for you all. Hold on tight to each other...and remain positive. The light is looming bright at the end of the tunnel...and it's getting brighter and brighter by the minute. My best thoughts go out to your brother...to all of you. Hugs! :)

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  13. I hope it goes ok. That is very scary, for all of you.

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C'mon, be cranky and let 'er rip!