‘Where You Been, Bob?’ [Updated Below]
Blogging has been light to non-existent these past few days because I had to take my Old Man to the ER as he was, it seems, experiencing a flare-up of his Diverticulitis.
It appears to be a mild episode, but, because of his age [eighty-seven], they admitted him for tests, to replace the blood loss, and to make sure it is, indeed Diverticulitis.
The prognosis right now is quite good, but I’ve had to spend a good deal of time with him, talk with the doctors and nurses [those gals are angels], and take my Mother up to see him, hence the lack of activity on my part [Mrs. B. is my rock].
I’m hoping to get this here TCOTS thingy back-up to speed tomorrow, but I can’t promise anything.
But I can tell you that I’m itching to pound the Hell out of some more Bolshes.
UPDATE on 19MAR2013 at 2331…
-A very special ‘Thank You’ to all of your who have sent prayers and best wishes.
-It was confirmed this evening that Dad did, indeed, have a flare-up of his Diverticulitis. Since the wound has, it seemed, healed, he should be able to come home tomorrow afternoon.
-Once again: Thank you all very, very much.
May your father retain his health.
Old age is not for sissies. My mom (age 92) recently had a bout of vertigo that was three weeks of wicked. They would have put her in hospital, but figured she’d catch pneumonia or flu in there, so we took turns staying with her until she gained her balance back (yes, she still lives in her own house).
Prayers for your family Bob!
Went through a bout with my now 97 y.o. mother two years ago so my prayers are for you. Just stay on top of the doctors: they’ll order tests for which there is no rational purpose.
So true. They make money for the hospital that way. I’m afraid I’ve become very cynical.
Being 100 myself, I empathize with that young fellow (your Dad). Take care of him Bob, he is a jewel (has to be to have a son like you!)
Prayers are with you and your family Bob. Get your Dad back on his feet. We’ll pound the Bolshes in your stead while you’re on the sidelines.
Prayers that all will be well.
And, Bolshies must be pounded with regularity. They are like Rat’s teeth. If not trimmed back regularly, they grow and kill the bearer.
Bless you Bob, you are such a good son to help your father so, and you’re SO BLESSED to have both your parents with you. I will say lots of prayers that your father recovers soon.
All your great blogging pals will hold down the fort while you take care of the vitally important family matters. Have a wonderful week and know that we are all praying and thinking of you.