Just wanted to drop an update as we head into the weekend as it may be a long one for us. Kate is fighting and fighting hard and believe me, every note, post, email, text and card is keeping her fighting. But she has had 2 surgeries now and her body is still trying to adjust. So she is restricted to rest while the Docs watch her very closely to ensure she doesn't develop an infection or any other complications.
The immediate family plans to be by her side around the clock over the next few days--we're sitting with her in shifts to ensure we hear all that's going on and meet any of Kate's requests (ice chips are like gold so when she asks, we deliver!).
We will update the blog as we know more and please continue to check it. Please understand if we are unable to return an email, text or phone call right away--this is hard for everyone and we're really relying on the blog as the best way to keep everyone informed. We love hearing the support but sometimes, out of sheer exhaustion, we're just unable to get back to everyone. Our #1 focus is Kate so that's what we'll be up to for the next few days.
We truly can't thank everyone enough for the ongoing support. Mom has more cards and flowers in her room than anyone in the hall I think! And she loves each and every one of them. We will get through this, we have no doubt. We just need to keep the faith and the strength. And thanks to you, we're feeling both in spades.
We love you all!!!!!!
Albert, Jen, Jake, Stephanie, Lisa and Shawn
6 comments:
so good to come home tonight to better news. hopefully we're back on an up-swing.
please make sure my darling sister kate knows that i think about her and pray for her and all of you what seems like all of the time. i check this wonderful site throughout the day, and it's really helping the rest of us a lot.
all of you are being so thoughtful to the rest of us by keeping us up to date.
please know that everyone - even people you don't know - are praying for our dearest one - and the rest of us too.
love,
polly
You are a terrific family and we thank you for all the time and energy you put in blogging to us. You continue to be a inspiration... a wonderful credit to you, Kate! Praying & wishing you a healthy & strong recovery. Love you!,Sally and Kent
P.S. Albert: I will leave a container of split pea soup for you at your front door tomorrow.
We are so, so sorry that you are going through this incredible struggle right now. I wish that I could give Kate some of my strength along with our prayers to help you all at this time. Just remember that you are in our thoughts constantly and in our prayers just as often.
God bless and love to all,
Al and Deb
Each day of rest and family time will make you stronger and you'll be home before you know it. Keep fighting....
Love -- Chrissie, Jason & Maddy
Dear Kate...remember the day we were high on the mountain of Aspen with Sheryl and you were scare well we got down safely and had a lot of laughs since...we will have those laughs again...but you must keep fighting. God knows the mountain top here in Robesonia is sending strong wishes your way..We love you Kate..
Strength and love to all of you. Love Sherb and Dianne
From what I read on this blog, you don't like heights. Me either!!! We just moved to a new building at work. We are on the 3rd floor. From the elevator you have to take a "catwalk" with a glass wall, about 5 ft high, on each side. Down either side is 3 stories. Every morning I have to look straight ahead, can't look down. Now, everytime I cross, I think of you and I have to chuckle.
Feel better soon, I am looking forward to seeing you when I come up for the reunion.
Cyn
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