Saturday, February 6, 2010

20 Blocks, 20 Inches of Snow, 1 Amazing MOM!



Philadelphia might be in snow emergency but nothing will stop us from helping mom get through this difficult fight. Unfortunately, mom had her breathing tube reinserted early this morning. While her pneumonia seems to be slowly improving, her oxygen levels still aren't ideal. The nurses and doctors are working around the clock here to stay ahead of every possible thing that could be going on. So we remain in the ICU until we know everything is stable. I can't believe it is day 16 in this hospital, who would have thought, especially my mom--she hates doctors!!! But here we are. Mom misses everyone, especially her 6 grandkids!!


I know many of you would love to see to Kate but while she is in the ICU it is best we don't have visitors in or out. She is just not up for it yet. But we continue to share your cards, comments and sentiments so don't hold back. So for now, keep praying and cherish life. Tell someone you love them, give a hug, forgive someone, raise a glass, be happy. That's what mom wants for all of us. I love you all, you give me the strength I need each and every day.
xoxox,
Jen

5 comments:

Anonymous said...

Jen - You are an amazing gift to all of us and especially your mom:) We are envisioning you trudging through the snow to get to her. We wish all that snow was happening HERE in our mountains. OH WELL. COME ON KO!!!! We are pulling for you out here in the Rockies. xoxoxo Sheryl, James, Mark and Cabo

Johanna said...

We love you Mrs. O! Get strong and Keep fighting hard. Just know that you have got a lot of people that are rooting for you. We may not be there physically but we are ALL there in Prayer, Spirit, and Positivity. Sending our love your way, xoxo Jo, Dave, Bailey and Ella

Anonymous said...

Jen,

Thank you for all of the updates.We love you all!
John Y.

Anonymous said...

Keep the faith. We are praying for Mrs O everyday and pulling for you and your family. I know she appreciates all that you are doing for her and we can't wait for her to pull through and get out of that ICU.

Love Vance, Rosa, and Manny

Barbara & Fred said...

What horrible devastating news. Words are so inadequate at this time. My only hope is that peace will now come quickly so that dear Kate will no longer suffer.