Sunday, October 18, 2009

Starting morphine to get him more comfortable

Mom just talked to the nurse at Brookestone. The decline has continued, and Dad is no longer taking water or medication. He seems to be a bit uncomfortable, so they're going to start him on some morphine to make him more comfortable.

Based on the nurse with 32 years of experience, she felt that since he stopped taking water and medication, and just how he's acting, we're not looking at much longer. Probably 72 hrs or so was her guess, but he could make it longer.

We now pray for peace for Dad and that he can stay comfortable in the final leg of this journey with a brain tumor that wasn't invited, and that he fought like hell to get rid of for 18 months.

Grandma and Uncle Steve are on their way up to Omaha now, and we'll be up at Brookestone shortly.

4 comments:

Mrs. Karey Killion said...

Mary & family - can't even begin to tell you what I feel right now except that I'm hoping for peace for all of you! This is so hard - believe me - I KNOW! Just know that we are all thinking about you! Karey & boys

Anonymous said...

Our hearts break for you, but the comfort is knowing there is a perfect room where he can be whole again in the big House waiting for him!

Praying for peace for all of you!! Much love....

Mike & Jodi

Anonymous said...

We feel so sad for Butch and all of you. You've been through so much and continued to stay strong and positive. We love you and please know you are in our prayers.

The de Redons

Anonymous said...

Mary, Jan, and Tracy,
Our hearts ache for all of you. Watching someone that you love so dearly suffer is very hard to do. Our thoughts and prayers continue for you and our hope is that you find peace in you heart today and in the days to come. We love you guys lots and lots.
Kelly, Ken, Maggie and Makenzie