On Saturday morning, my stepfather (who I blogged about here) had a heart attack. As soon as my husband and I got word, we threw clothes (hoping they were clean) and whatever else we could think of into a suitcase and started the 3 1/2 hour drive to the hospital. I was nauseous the whole way. We made it there right after he got out of emergency triple bypass surgery. He made it through and now we wait.
He’s not out of the woods, but everyone has been impressed with his progress. We’re not surprised though, anyone that knows him knows that he is, above all things, a fighter.
For now, I will be staying with my Mom in Maryland for as long as I can, so I don’t know exactly when I’ll return to my regular blogging schedule. Thank you all for understanding.
To each of you, please make sure that everyone you cherish in your life knows how much they mean to you. It can all end so suddenly.
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Send you and your stepdad my best wishes. Hang in there.
Thinking of you and your family!!! Let me know if you need help with the kitties or anything at home!
Oh my goodness Jennifer I’m so very sorry to hear this. I will be keeping you & your family in my prayers. Hugs
my prayers are with you and your family for a quick and complete recovery. please take care of your mom and yourself during this difficult time, it can be easily forgotten during your efforts to be there for your dad. he needs you both healthy and close to him. thoughts and prayer for all, merrilee
Jeniffer! What a scare, I’m glad to hear the surgery went well. Wishing your stepfather a speedy recovery. I hope all goes well.
hugs.
Sending prayers your way for you, your stepfather, and family. I am wishing him a speedy recovery. Take care, leslie
Sorry to hear about this trying time for you, Jennifer. The fact that your father-in-law is a fighter and is making progrees is good news. You and your family are in my thoughts.
So glad to hear that he is doing ok. My dad had triple bypass surgery about 5 years ago, it is a slow recovery. Fortunately they caught my dad’s problem before he had a heart attack. Sending positive thoughts to you and your family!
I am adding your family to my prayer list! Hope your stepfather is alright and has a fast recovery. Let is know if you need anything! (((HUGS))))
Jennifer, sorry to hear about your step dad’s illsness. It’s wonderful that they were able to catch things before they got worse. If its any consolation, don’t know how old he is, but I too had bypass surgery, quadruple when I was 50. The best part of it is that I’m still here and going strong, 18 years later. Once all is said and done, your step Dad may feel better than he has in years. So be thankful he’s here and hopefully you will enjoy your time with them while your there. You are in my thoughts.
Jennifer,
My prayers are with you and your family. I know from experience just how scary this is. Have faith in the Lord and take comfort in knowing that we, your readers, understand that your family is more important right now. Take care of yourself and we will all be here when you get back.
Prayers headed your direction.
my thoughts are with you and your family. stay strong, and i know your mom is appreciative that you are there with her. <3
I’m so sorry you’re going through this Jennifer! I’m thinking about you and the family and praying that your stepfather recovers as quickly as humanly possible.
I’m so sorry to read this news, Jennifer. You, your stepdad, and family are in my thoughts and prayers. xoxoxo
I’m glad his surgery went well. Hang in there, Jennifer. We are all thinking of you and your family!
So sorry to hear this, Jennifer! Your stepfather’s fighting spirit will serve him well. Best wishes, good thoughts and prayers for all of you.
Sending lots of prayers and good thoughts your way.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
I’m sorry to hear this news about your step-father. Please know that he and your family will remain in my prayers through this very trying time. I pray for a speedy and full recovery for him.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers go out to your step- father and your family during this very trying time. I wish for a speedy and full recover for him.
Oh Jennifer – I’m so sorry to hear that. I know what you’re going through – my mom had open heart surgery a few years ago. I’ll be sending prayers your way and while I’ll miss your blog posts, I totally understand.
Oh Jennifer, I’m so sorry to hear of this. So glad you can be with your mom during this difficult time. May your stepfather have a speedy recovery!!
Praying for you and your family friend. Lots love hugs and love.
Keeping your step father and your whole family in my thoughts. Hope he feels better soon and I wish you strength during this stressful time.
Hi Jennifer – I hope you and your family are doing well and I hope recovery goes well. Take care.
Thinking of you, Jennifer!! Sending positive vibes your way. *hugs*
Prayers and heartfelt wishes for a full recovery.
Sending you and your family positive thoughts and best wishes.
Thinking of you and family. xoxo
I will keep you and your family in my thoughts! I hope everything is getting better.
Worrying about the situation doesn’t solve problems, let’s face it. Worrying says we have no faith in GOD. Worrying says let’s give up hope and stay in unbelief. In my own personal setbacks worrying kept me back until I put my trust in GOD. Like you said your dad is a trooper you have to be one too. If hard to see our love ones go through pain and our hands is tied and you get frustrated cause you want to do so much more, that’s when you have to keep the faith in GOD AND let Him do the rest. I will keep your dad and the family in my prayers. Stay Strong and the keep the FAITH!
I am so sorry! I hope he is doing well.
Thanks, Liz. He came home today and is doing very well!
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