Side Effects Of Medications

I finally have a moment to sit and look at my blog.  My life has been turned upside down for a few weeks.  I finally was able to bring my dad home from the hospital last Wednesday evening.  He was getting around pretty good until Saturday when he went down hill.  One of his medications was causing some very unpleasant side effects.   We were instructed to stop the medication and we were so glad.  My dad did not eat for two days and he is weak.   He is eating very little.  The nurse told him to eat six small meals a day.  He is stubborn and says nothing taste good.  I told him he has to eat regardless.  He holds the power to get well.  I can only encourage him, but he has to have the mind set to get stronger.  He was doing so well and hope we can get past this hurdle. 

I am exhausted and it is so nice to just be home and sit here writing.  I don't remember going to bed last night, but slept a long time.  I feel like I could go back to sleep right now.  I keep reminding myself that I need time to myself as a caregiver, but it is hard when someone needs a lot of care.  We are working on getting home health care nurses, physical therapy and occupational therapy.  I hope they can help, because I am running out of fuel.  The nurse today that visited said he is doing well.  That is easy for them to say based on 20 minutes they spent with him.  It is frustrating for my dad to feel poorly and heartbreaking for the family to see him struggling.  We were told it may take awhile for the side effects of the drug to wear off.  I know we need medications to help us recover,  but the side effects are very debilitating.  For now I will cherish this short time by myself.   I am hoping in another month this will all be behind us. 

We have finally gotten into some drier weather.  Yes it feels like summer now and my garden is producing like crazy.  I had to laugh as I read my last post that said I was pooping grape tomatoes in my mouth.  The auto correct likes to change words and I did correct that.  I assure everyone I was popping grape tomatoes into my mouth.  They are delicious.  Well it is time to sign off as I just caught myself nodding off while typing.   Please say a prayer for my dad.

Life Is Beautiful !!

Elizabeth:)