DH dying-need prayers

[nursejoey05]

I've posted before about my husband being terminally ill and complications that have come up, but this is the worst it has every been. Currently in ICU with ARDS and sepsis, placed on dialysis yesterday. On a vent, paralytic, the whole works.

Miraculously he has been showing signs of improvement. CXR went from a complete white out to having distinguishable upper lobes, heart, ET. That was amazing. Has been running a PEEP of 20. Went in this morning to a stunned looking pulmonologist telling me that the lungs are regaining some elasticity so they got the PEEP down to 8. (PTL!)

I have been glued to his bedside but am home tonight as I had nobody to take care of our 5 year old. Besides she is desperate for some mommy time and vice versa. I was actually sleeping peacefully and his brother called and woke me up. Couldn't go back to sleep and felt God telling me to get on here and get as many prayers as possible going so that dh can get over the hump. My brother in law is an atheist but I continue to witness to him about God in my life and God's ability to heal if it is in his will.

Please, all you that can pray, please help me out on this one. His name is Dan and I love him more than anything. He had not made a decision for the Lord before he was intubated so that is a big reason for wanting him to wake up and have one more chance.

Thanks in advance to all. You guys are wonderful support.

[tencat]

((((((Joey & JoEllen))))) :balloons:

[mlynn]

So sorry for your loss. You and your dear daughter will continue to be in my prayers.

[nursejoey05]

One hour at a time...

Tomorrow night is the viewing. Pray that I will hold up. Sounds like there will be lots of people coming. And hopefully lots of flowers, not plants for me to take home and kill. (brown thumb, plus I just like flowers.)

[Princess74]

I am so very sorry for your loss.

[pannie]

Please think how many of us will be lifting you up in our thoughts and prayers. I hope you can feel us giving our support at the toughest times.

[LoriAlabamaRN]

I've prayed for you over the weekend... and I will continue to do so. I am so, so, so very sorry for your loss.

[compassion1]

{{{Joey}}}

Remember that you're not alone.The Lord will be right beside you. Feel His presence and comfort. And many will be with you in prayer. You're strong and you'll get through it. Don't forget tears are ok. Jesus cried when his friend died, too. Tears are not a sign of weakness but a part of healing. You are loved! God bless you.

[Fonenurse]

Joey, I am truly sorry for your loss. I pray that you and your DD will take time for yourselves now, and make the most of the e-friends you have here - we are many, all over the world, and you only have to shout and we will be here for you. Take care.

[leslie :-D]

dearest joey,

i believe today is the day of dan's burial.

you remain close in my heart and continually pray for your well-being.

please, come back, just to talk.

with love and peace,

leslie xo

[Simba&NalasMom, LPN]

Oh, Joey...I just read about your loss. I lost a husband myself 3 1/2 years ago and my heart truly goes out to you. Like you, God was there for me at my darkest hour and I know He's there for you and your daughter as well. I'm so glad it was peaceful for you both, sweetie. You're in my prayers. :blushkiss

[chadash]

I was talking to my mom today about her feelings of loss since the death of my dad some years ago. I don't think I can fully comprehend what those of you who have lost a spouse are going through.

I pray that God will richly bless you with a sense of His continual presence...He is at your right and your left substaining you. He is your shepherd, lifting you on His shoulder....

[N.S.46]

Joey,

My heart goes out to you & your daughter. Hold in your heart that you were with him & he went peacefully. He was not the only one who fought the brave fight, you & your daughter did as well. Please allow yourself to grieve. We are all here with you & for you. May God bless you both with a peaceful future.

HUGS!!!