tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post5308256497401177595..comments2024-03-08T05:20:15.941-06:00Comments on The Westra World: broken openVickyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-5206738266683136122015-03-22T12:49:45.717-05:002015-03-22T12:49:45.717-05:00Thank you beyond words, Vicky. There are some vari...Thank you beyond words, Vicky. There are some variables and I'm feeling pretty apprehensive so you can't imagine what a gift your prayers are and I'm so humbled that you would even think of it amidst your overflowing plate. Love you.Robynn's Ravingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619286823020924023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-2138662342233949342015-03-21T22:19:46.208-05:002015-03-21T22:19:46.208-05:00Prayers for you, your mom and your son, Vicky. My ...Prayers for you, your mom and your son, Vicky. My heart hurts for all you are going through. I will keep praying.Amanda Petersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12365154600181222609noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-70483851446982571942015-03-21T21:26:16.933-05:002015-03-21T21:26:16.933-05:00I echo Julie G's comments, Vicky. Thanks for ...I echo Julie G's comments, Vicky. Thanks for posting pictures of your mom and her full, sweet smile. You are so fully open I wonder how I could ever bear the journey to that level of openness and utter dependence on God. Praying for you tonight. Love, ArieARIEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17323689843248982319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-37822552069537019652015-03-21T21:25:58.811-05:002015-03-21T21:25:58.811-05:00I echo Julie G's comments, Vicky. Thanks for ...I echo Julie G's comments, Vicky. Thanks for posting pictures of your mom and her full, sweet smile. You are so fully open I wonder how I could ever bear the journey to that level of openness and utter dependence on God. Praying for you tonight. Love, ArieARIEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17323689843248982319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-5653864797314079472015-03-21T21:22:39.447-05:002015-03-21T21:22:39.447-05:00I pray for your Mom....for your son....for you.......I pray for your Mom....for your son....for you....and for your family.<br />My heart is heavy....knowing how heavy yours is too, my sweet friend.<br />May our Lord Who comforts and holds us up, continually sustain you and those you love.<br />Know that my prayers are with you......<br />Just know.<br />Love,<br />Jackie <br />Jackiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01214796594702277709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-63931473718872032192015-03-20T14:35:55.100-05:002015-03-20T14:35:55.100-05:00I don't have all the right words to say how th...I don't have all the right words to say how this has moved me. From across the miles, I hope you can sense my heart and my prayers. <br /><br />I can't even imagine how you got through that game with your son....<br /><br />Oh Vicky. God is with you, surely He is all over you. Julie Garmonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09774724750356986307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-66296345019461453522015-03-20T09:35:00.330-05:002015-03-20T09:35:00.330-05:00Linda- you have been on my mind. I pray you have ...Linda- you have been on my mind. I pray you have some recovery time from the stress of teaching and advising and mentoring, all that you do for your students. I think of you as I dip into my beloved book each day and feel the hope and inspiration of the stories- as well as the strategies of getting through. So thankful for all you do- praying it is multiplied back to you a thousand fold. I love you, friend- deep and wide.Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-88875838521077727022015-03-20T09:29:42.426-05:002015-03-20T09:29:42.426-05:00Yes, she is receiving iv magnesium. They have don...Yes, she is receiving iv magnesium. They have done a really good job, I think, of continually checking her Albumin and adding it when necessary, as well as Potassium and adjusting her diet to be sure she doesn't get too much. It truly is a "tricky" balance and over the days, as I listen to her Doctors, I have been impressed with how much they try and do. Thank you, though, for giving me food for thought, too so that I can be aware and ask all the right questions! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-47484491179078570912015-03-20T09:14:04.551-05:002015-03-20T09:14:04.551-05:00Steph- Valor is one of my new favorites- how on ea...Steph- Valor is one of my new favorites- how on earth did you know? I've been diffusing it with a little purification and falling asleep with it. <br /><br />I think mom and I are also embracing these days, these moments. Our family, and so many of her friends, have been flooding her room with visits and treats and she is soaking it all in. I felt a burden being lifted in a way, since a direction of sorts has been shown to us. I am sure it may be filled with ups and downs, but we will make it. BTW- its the Believe oil I've been using in my necklace! Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-52951389467796585122015-03-20T09:09:11.653-05:002015-03-20T09:09:11.653-05:00Nolan will recover- true. We are fortunate that i...Nolan will recover- true. We are fortunate that it could have been worse. Mom and I aren't getting too far ahead of ourselves. She has an idea for something I can share about soon- and I think its something fun and will be a great time for her. Thank you for your sweet words and caring- so thankful. Pray you are well~ much love to you.Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-30773780746340026172015-03-20T09:06:30.551-05:002015-03-20T09:06:30.551-05:00Thank you so much, Barb- I feel those prayers and ...Thank you so much, Barb- I feel those prayers and they comfort me so. Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-45275989146436762332015-03-20T09:05:56.987-05:002015-03-20T09:05:56.987-05:00Robynn,
I felt such a burden being lifted when I ...Robynn,<br /><br />I felt such a burden being lifted when I finally got to sit down and pour my heart out. Part of it anyway. Its does my soul good to chronicle and journal in this way.<br /><br />I've been thinking of you and your pending "procedure" and pray all goes well. <br /><br />Sending so much love to you and prayers, Robynn- all shall be well.Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-61875487359014793122015-03-20T09:03:52.327-05:002015-03-20T09:03:52.327-05:00Praying for your entire family....for grace, for p...Praying for your entire family....for grace, for peace and for strength. Barb from CNYhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15965376650975664908noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-31549301373161965942015-03-20T09:01:11.916-05:002015-03-20T09:01:11.916-05:00Thank you, Katie, we're so grateful for every ...Thank you, Katie, we're so grateful for every single prayer. Blessings to you~Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-85156962115053262312015-03-20T09:00:33.727-05:002015-03-20T09:00:33.727-05:00xxooxxooVickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-55710642860815047202015-03-20T09:00:24.025-05:002015-03-20T09:00:24.025-05:00Thank you- love and blessings to you- KathyThank you- love and blessings to you- KathyVickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-74052765447383888682015-03-20T08:59:54.936-05:002015-03-20T08:59:54.936-05:00xxooxxooVickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-76163369098708011272015-03-20T08:59:33.540-05:002015-03-20T08:59:33.540-05:00Kass- I have had those exact thoughts too. "...Kass- I have had those exact thoughts too. "More?" "How much more?" I feel as though I'm wide open too, but its far bigger than me, so I have to keep trusting. Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-6072779400641862732015-03-20T08:55:29.268-05:002015-03-20T08:55:29.268-05:00Roxanne, your words are such an honor for me to re...Roxanne, your words are such an honor for me to read, and I am quite humbled. The bits and pieces I pick out that are beautiful are what I cling to, as much as your prayers that buoy me. Thank you.Vickyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02595982706357639001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-59229495106888163162015-03-19T21:45:37.160-05:002015-03-19T21:45:37.160-05:00the quiet moment...that isnt quiet at all..but Nol...the quiet moment...that isnt quiet at all..but Nolan is down and not gettin up..Oh my! How your mothers heart must have lurched. you all are wise...he is wise..lay low till the all clear. he will be ok...yet..this again is days in your life...your mom..the word hospice...I have never forgotten the night that word came into play for me...6 weeks later she was gone...is there really anything 'good enough' any of us can say? 'Life happens when we are busy making other plans" ~J.L.~ what i know is this...Nolan is ok...he will heal, you will be ok..despite everything because 'God wants you here"..your mom is om her journey home....and this will put everything upside down in every way...but remember this...your Daddy is there...how does one know what to say? did I just say anything I shouldnt? Vicky, stay strong and beautiful...all shall be well in this 'circle of life' with much laughter and tears. Love and many prayers going out to all of you! On a Wing and a Prayerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11254390486126765402noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-21671240151413679362015-03-19T19:16:04.001-05:002015-03-19T19:16:04.001-05:00Dear Vicky, my heart hurts for you. I am so sorry...Dear Vicky, my heart hurts for you. I am so sorry to hear about your mom. Such a very difficult time! I remember the first time we heard the doctor say the word "hospice" when my brother was sick, and will never forget my dad falling into my mom and all of us crying. We were so devastated. But when we were able to accept that he couldn't get any better, we embraced every day, every moment that we could with him. And those Hospice nurses are truly angels in disguise. They will help all of you find peace and comfort during this time. <br /><br />I was sick to read about Nolan's injury! I had heard some talk about disappointment in that other team, and wondered if Nolan had been injured when I saw he wasn't wearing his jersey in the team photo. I will add him to my prayers as well, hoping that he can rest and recover, and be ready to get back on the ice asap! He and his team had an amazing season - such talented boys!<br /><br />My love and prayers are with you all! Take care, my friend!<br /><br />P.S. Try a little Valor in your diffuser necklace - it's great for stress and anxiety. :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03818267577743110088noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-79508287345315468062015-03-19T18:13:06.418-05:002015-03-19T18:13:06.418-05:00You and your Mom have been in my prayers for a lon...You and your Mom have been in my prayers for a long time. I will add Nolan. About your Mom, first, I'm so sorry for what is happening, second, have they checked her magnesium levels? Regular blood work doesn't tell much, but a RBC magnesium might tell more. Magnesium is an important constituent of the intracellular space that affects a number of intracellular and whole body functions. Magnesium balance depends on intake and renal excretion, which is regulated mainly in the thick ascending limb of the loop of Henle. The complex hormonal modulation that responds to changes in plasma concentration of other ions such as calcium and potassium is lacking for magnesium. As a result, negative magnesium balance results in a prompt decrease in plasma magnesium concentration, and hypermagnesemia accompanies renal failure with magnesium accumulation. Hypomagnesemia may result from gastrointestinal losses or renal losses, the latter due to primary renal magnesium wasting or in association with sodium loss. Hypomagnesemia may arise together with and contribute to the persistence of hypokalemia and hypocalcemia. (Just a though)Ms. Ahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06263882972749791087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-34503405066189185202015-03-19T14:11:32.765-05:002015-03-19T14:11:32.765-05:00Oh my sweet friend,
This post leaves me speechless...Oh my sweet friend,<br />This post leaves me speechless. I feel as if I am on that truck, heading for the water and just making the curve of this journey. This journey with love, loyalty, sorrow and faith. Believe...put to the test.<br /><br />My stomach lurched as you described your Mom and her journey and challenges. My tears flowed along with yours as you typed the words...we met with hospice yesterday morning.<br />So many memories flooded in as I remembered that part of my own Mom's journey. Yes, we are all walking each other home. I am praying for her inner peace and your inner peace<br />in the last parts of this journey. What an honor and privilege to be there and how totally heartbreaking. Thank goodness for God's love and faithfulness.<br /><br />And that attack on Nolan, I am furious. And that there wasn't a substantial penalty and ejection from the game, to me sends a message that we will tolerate this. Not OK by me.<br />I can only imagine your heart as you saw Nolan there on the ice and not getting up. <br />He is in my prayers as are you and your Mom.<br /><br />It is the end of the quarter and I am physically and emotionally exhausted, but nothing compared to what you are going through, sweet Vicky. I wish I was there to hug you gently, fix you a cup of tea, put the quilt around you that Peggy made, and read softly until you fell asleep.<br /><br />I love you precious friend, to the moon and back. Always... and I am praying 24/7.<br />Love, <br />LindaLinda Seppa Salisburyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13336969827398454131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-80733392553676900002015-03-19T13:05:26.278-05:002015-03-19T13:05:26.278-05:00Reading with a sick mother-bear stomach and my mou...Reading with a sick mother-bear stomach and my mouth hanging open. I can't get over that refs call and that an attack like that off the ice would be a matter for the police. Just unbelievable. And now poor Nolan and poor you. You're taking excellent care of him but my mother-bear is still very upset at the miscarriage of justice. <br /><br />And then your dear mom. Oh Vicky. I'm so sorry and pray God's mercy and comfort for her and you as well. These are the times when we must simply and fully RUN into the arms of Jesus and let Him shelter and care for us. So much is out of our hands and He sees everything and knows our frame.<br /><br />I love you, sweet friend, and am grateful for you and your grace. Big hugs from California and thank you for the update in the midst of so much upheaval. Believe.Robynn's Ravingshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02619286823020924023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4795026946181152215.post-91220848156316295822015-03-19T12:42:11.668-05:002015-03-19T12:42:11.668-05:00Oh Vicky! What a week you have had!!! I will inc...Oh Vicky! What a week you have had!!! I will include your son and mom in my prayers. Stay strong...Preppy Empty Nesterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13446028963455322844noreply@blogger.com