Update on Dad

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6 After being home with us for 2 weeks under hospice care, we were just beginning to get used to the daily routine. In the morning we prepare his pureed food and thickened drinks, administer a breathing treatment, and give him his multiple medicines, etc. The nurse or aid comes in to help bathe him, dress him and, if he is feeling up to it, move him to his recliner in the living room. In the evening, we get him to the table, prepare his pureed food and thickened drinks, bring him back to bed, give him his medicines, another breathing treatments, etc. A week ago he developed a UTI and went on a strong antibiotic. After a couple days, he seemed to be responding well. Unfortunately, yesterday afternoon dad started having trouble breathing, he developed a fever, as well as other symptoms I won’t go into. This morning he had to return to the hospital and, after a brief diagnosis, the doctor told us he has a much more severe infection. At his age, the doctor explained, there is no guarantee that he will be coming home. We’ll keep you informed, but likely won’t know anything more for at least a couple days. Thanks in advance for your prayers. We love him and want him to be comfortable. He has lived a long life, so we have peace whatever the outcome. Please comment below or email me directly at curtis.songer@gmail.com