Guest Posted January 2, 2010 Posted January 2, 2010 That's great news, hope it's the first of many meetings so they get to know him well. Nona Quote
Upsy Daisy Posted January 2, 2010 Posted January 2, 2010 That's lovely news Geraldine. They may just have an inkling that something might be going on. Just like any other parents they'll be trying to read between the lines when their daughter brings a male friend home. I'm sure your son has made a very good first impression which is so important with any potential in-laws (whether they know they are or not!).Let us hope that things will progress positively from here. Keep us updated xx Quote
Sue R Posted January 2, 2010 Posted January 2, 2010 So pleased to hear such a positive start to the year! Fingers crossed Sue Quote
Guest Posted January 2, 2010 Posted January 2, 2010 Fingers crossed that this romance does truly have a Happy 2010. Peggy Quote
Gezabel Posted January 3, 2010 Author Posted January 3, 2010 Thank you for sharing in my happy start to the new year. How quickly things change I tremble as I type this and can't actually believe I am writing what I am but my 'policeman son' is very poorly. He left here yesterday fit and well to return to work and today we got a phone call. He has been admitted to our local hospital where they are awaiting results of a CT scan and lumbar puncture which they expect to confirm their suspicion of meningitis. I have popped home but will be going back shortly. I am not religious and therefore feel a bit of a hypocrite in asking those of you who are to pray for my son. I have everything crossed that all will be well it just has to be but I am scared, frightened and feel so utterly helpless Quote
JacquieL Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 Geraldine I'm so sorry to hear your news and will be praying for you, your son and all your family. Lots of love, hugs and prayers for you all. Quote
purplewednesday1 Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 I'm thinking of you. Be strong All love and prayers pw1 xxx Quote
Deb Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 Geraldine I will think of you and your son often until you come back on the Forum and tell us that he is on the road to recovery. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Quote
Gezabel Posted January 3, 2010 Author Posted January 3, 2010 Thank you been back and they wouldn't let us stay. i just phoned and the the medical opinion is that 'he is not in good shape' we are allowed in at 11.30 . just keep telling myself he is in the best place ... and hoping Quote
emmajess Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 I'm so sorry to hear your news, Geraldine. Sending you my love and prayers. As Deb said, I'll be thinking of you all until we hear from you next. Emma x Quote
wellerkaren Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 I am sorry to hear your sad news I am thinking of you during this time x x Quote
HappyMaz Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 Oh Geraldine. Love and hugs to you and your family as you come through this difficult time. Am praying for your son's swift and complete recovery. Mx Quote
Gezabel Posted January 3, 2010 Author Posted January 3, 2010 spoke to nurse, dan found lumbar puncture quite traumatic -they did it at 1:30 this morning. Still on painkiller and fluid drips been to see him but he is very dozy and just sleeping - being reviewed again later this afternoon but he is going to get better - thank you for your messages Quote
Guest Kaa Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 Just been reading this post. How horrible a time for you, but I am glad to read that his is going to get better. Quote
sunnyday Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 Goodness Geraldine - my thoughts and prayers are with you........ Quote
HappyMaz Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 being reviewed again later this afternoon but he is going to get better Great news! Hang on in there Geraldine. Mx Quote
Upsy Daisy Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 (edited) Oh Geraldine. Nothing I can think saying seems like enough. I will be keeping everything crossed that he will be home and fit again very soon Love and hugs xx Edited January 3, 2010 by Upsy Daisy Quote
dublinbay Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 My thoughts and prayers are with you, your son and your family Geraldine. I am so glad that the prognosis is good. Keep your spirits up.........many hugs! Quote
Rea Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 Gosh, I've only just read any of this. Really hope your son is soon well again Geraldine. They never stop being a worry do they. Best wishes to your other son too, hopefully he and his girlfriend will be able to be together. Quote
Sue R Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 All my love, hugs and prayers, as always xxxxx Quote
Cait Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 You are very much in my prayers tonight. I don't think it's hypocritical to ask for prayers from those who do believe in a higher power. It shows the depth of your feeling for your son. Much love coming your way. Let us know how things are going. x Quote
Guest Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 My goodness Geraldine...you are on a rollercoaster.....all my love and good wishes and prayers coming your way.....look after yourself please....when things hit us like this we tend to forget ourselves and it is imperative that you are well and able to support your family (like we do!).......I don't know how we ever get through life's obstacles...but somehow we do...sending you some virtual strength....xxxxxx Quote
emmajess Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 So pleased to hear your son will get better - still praying and thinking of you. Lots of love to you Emma x Quote
Guest Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 Thinking of you Geraldine. Hope to hear better news very soon. Quote
Guest Posted January 3, 2010 Posted January 3, 2010 Thoughts and prayers for your lovely son, you and your family and the people looking after him. Redbase x Quote
Beau Posted January 4, 2010 Posted January 4, 2010 Geraldine, I have only just read this and I have gone completely cold. I am not religious either but am fervently sending my thoughts and strength to you all, hoping he makes a full recovery to good health soon. xx Quote
Gezabel Posted January 4, 2010 Author Posted January 4, 2010 thank you all again HE's home I feel a little like I did when i very first brought him home 28 years ago! He is still far from well but is making great progress. We have strict instuctions and have to take him back immediately if there is any concern. Walking isn't great due to 'post lumbar puncture' but he can drink now and things are on the up I keep 'checking on him' and admit to being a bit like a mother hen but don't care he's home and getting better :wacko: I wouldn't wish the last few days on my worst enemy. It's rather ironic that on new years eve he went shopping and bought new jim jams, slippers and dressing gown for the new year pyjama party at the local pub - little did we know they would come in useful! Quote
Cait Posted January 4, 2010 Posted January 4, 2010 Oh that's fantastic news! I'm so relieved for you, thank you for the update. I'd like to think that 'someone up there' was listening to us all. Big hugs to you and him Quote
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