Saturday, 27 April 2024

Quick Update

 Hi just a quick up-date and sorry to Vicki as my journal page will be late.We have had a full on upset week well from last Friday when John started to go downhill and took to bed.He hasn't been out of the house since before Christmas as his heart attack in Sept advanced his dementia.We have had emergency care out twice and after a couple of falls one at half three in the morning and yesterday had to get a neighbour to come and help us lift him off the floor as son was at work.He is now fully bedridden as can no longer even stand on his own without support-good job I have my Daughter  and DIL for help as she has just started a new job as a mobile carer.I haven't had any time or mojo for crafting so good job my DT posts are all done and scheduled for next month.I am trying to still keep up with commenting even though they maybe short mainly to keep my mind occupied.

Carol x x x

31 comments:

Elle-Jeanne said...

Wat heftig allemaal Carol.
Ik begrijp goed dat van knutselen niets komt.
Zorg eerst voor Johnen je zelf.
Wens je heel veel sterkte.
Groetjes Elle-Jeanne

StephW said...

Remember do what you feel is right for you. So glad to read you have wonderful caring family to support you and John at this difficult time. Take care and stay strong x

meg said...

So sorry to read that John is poorly Carol,thinking of you both and your family,Take care.

dutchess said...

So sorry to hear this Carol and so glad you have family help at this really difficult time…my thoughts are with you all…xxx

*Vicki* said...

So sorry to hear about John and everything happening. Please no apologies, just take care of your family. Sending hugs your way my friend 🤗 ❤️

Lynne said...

So sorry to hear hubby is not well Carol. Take all the help you can get and look after yourself xx

Freubelmina said...

oh my, Carol!
Get well soon, thinking of you! xxx

Valerie-Jael said...

So sorry to hear that John is so ill, dear Carol. I hope you have plenty of help. Sending hugs and prayers, Valerie

Carol L said...

I'm so sorry to learn that John has gone downhill and suffered with falls. Don't even worry about cards and comments - just take care of yourself and John and we'll all be here waiting when you find time to come back again. Sending hugs and prayers your way.

Leslie Miller said...

Carol, I'm sorry to read that John has taken such a turn. I don't know how you manage at all, either physically or mentally, but it's good to know you have ready support. Keeping your mind occupied is good. My heart goes out to you and I wish you strength.

HilaryJane said...

Oh no, that's so sad. I am sorry to hear it. I am sending lots of luck and strength to you at this challenging time. Hope you get the help you need. Just do what you can and don't worry about anything else xx

coldwaters2 said...

Oh Carol I am so very sorry to hear this news it must be upsetting, I know I went through something similar with my mum, I am so glad that you have the support of your family but make sure you take care as well family are more important then anything else, I am sending lots of love and prayers
Hugs
lolo x

Jean said...

Sad to hear this Carol my thoughts are with you and John xx Please be kind to yourself too. x

Pia S said...

I’m sorry to hear about John. in situations like these I find it hard to find time and mojo for crafting, so for me it’s natural and totally understandable. Take care.

anne said...

Sorry to hear that you are having a difficult time Carol. Thinking of you and wishing you brighter days.
Hugs
Anne

Chris said...

Carol, I'm so sorry to read about your husband . My Mum was totally immobile and bedridden for several years so I understand in part what you and your family are going through, it's devastating to watch someone you love so helpless...and very hard work looking after them. Thank goodness you have family to help and support you. Take care and look after yourself too.
Sending hugs
xxx

Beebeebabs said...

I am so sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with you and John. Take care and don't worry about leaving comments - we understand.

Alice (scrAPpamondo) said...

So sorry, Carol! You are blessed having family members that could help you caring your hubby...
Take care of yourself too!
Big hugs

My name is Erika. said...

So sorry to read this Carol. Stay strong.

Pauline C said...

So sorry Carol to hear about this sad and worrying time you are having .. my thoughts are with you and your family. Take care xx
Pauline xx

ahlers5 said...

Oh Carol, I am so sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Chrissy said...

Oh Carol,I am so terribly sorry to read all this, how awfully sad for him and you and of course the family..wish I lived closer to help, stay strong and take care..

Luv CHRISSYxx

EmmaT said...

So sorry to hear about John, remember to look after yourself too, good to have lots of help on hand. Sending lots of positive vibes for you and John. Emmaxx

Tracey@Hotchpotchcreations said...

So sad to read about your Hubby Carol I'm glad you have help and support around you to deal with it all.. being a sole carer to my Mom with dementia I have recently had to bring in outside help due to it's progression as trying to balance care duties also of my MIL and own Hubby it was becoming near impossible to tend to everything each day. Please take a moment for yourself everyday I know that is easier said than done but stay strong, people are thinking of you including myself xx

Janette said...

Carol I am so sorry to read this. Nothing worse and the helpless feeling. I feel for you all, poor John too, so sad. Glad you have family on hand, its always easier. Your in my thoughts and prayers Carol. xx

Linby said...

So sorry to read this Carol. Thank goodness you have a lot of support. Take care. Lynn x

R's Rue said...

Sending my love and hugs.

https://shinebrightandcreate@blogspot.com/ said...

So sorry to read about John and I'm glad to hear that you have support around you, Thinking of you Carol and I'm always here if you ever want to chat, take care Michelle xx

craftytrog said...

So sorry to hear about John Carol.
Glad you have plenty of support from your family.
Praying for strength and peace for you all.
Alison xx

pinky said...

It's such a dreadful time for you all Carol. My father-in-law went through the same and help is what you need most. Thank goodness you have family there. Do what you need to do and let everything else go by the wayside. It will be there for you to pick up again when things settle. Sending you loads of hugs.
Pinky

Brenda said...

Carol, I'm so sorry to hear of John's decline. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers. Give yourself some time too. Big hugs to you.