Yorkieville Needs Prayers

Hi everyone.  I spoke to Sheila today and she is in Cleveland.  They are at a campground that does not have internet access, though they advertise they do!!

Her G.I. doc at home said that she has neurological bowel and said that Cleveland Clinic will know what tests to run and how to treat it.  Well, so far, that is not the case.  The CC  G.I. doctor is very alarmed that she has lost 18 pounds in four months.  However, she will not run nerve tests, and is pretty much making Sheila have all the tests she had done at home RE-DONE at CC.  She would not even look at the test results Sheila brought with her.  (When Craig was at NIH last Fall, the doctors in the EMG room were joking about Mayo and CC and how they only accept Mayo, CC, and NIH test results.  CC doesn't believe in accuracy of other hospitals etc.).  

She is having a colonoscopy done tomorrow.  The prep test is wearing her out and quite painful with alot of abdominal cramping.  CC would not admit her for fluids or any kind of IV nutrition.  She was hoping they would.  Her veins are collapsing with all the sticks they are getting.  She has had a few other repeat tests and one new one.  But no nerve related tests for the bowel problem that she had hoped to have.

So I let Sheila know that I would ask her forum family to pray for her.  She is very discouraged, and rightfully so.  I am hoping that by the time she re-visits the GI doctor at CC on Friday that they will have some kind of answer for her.  If you could remember her in your prayers, she would appreciate that.

Thanks,
  Elaine

[Quixotic1]

Oh, my Kiddo, you are in my thoughts and prayers.  I hope they take care of YOU while they are looking for answers.

I'm even thinking nutritious thoughts for you.

Quix

[Want to feel well!!!]

Elaine, thanks for letting us know!!!  

Prayers and ***gentle*** hugs to Sheila!!!  Please keep us posted when you can.

Wanna :o)  

[LATW]

Hi Elaine,
Let Shelia know her Indiana friend is praying for her.  


LA

[sllowe]

Thanks Elaine.

Saying prayers for Sheila's spirits, her body, and for her Drs.

-Shell

[Heather3418]

Thanks for the update on Sheila.  Dear Lord what next?  I have said my earnest prayers for her.  Especially that her doctor's WAKE UP and find out what is truly wrong with her and not further weaken her with more testing.  She needs nutirtion...big time.

Heather

[spastic]

Thank you so much Elaine, for letting us know about Sheila.  You are such a dear, dear friend to us all.

Please tell Sweet Sheila, that I am thinking of her and sending all my love, support and all the well wishes in the world to her.  

Love,

Ada

[doni54]

Thank you Elaine for keeping us posted on Sheila.

Tell Sheila she is in my thoughts and prayers and I'm sending her lots of love.

doni

[Momzilla]

I am sending you Light.  Gentle hugs and bold prayers.

Lots of love,

Zilla*

Thanks for letting us know about our dear Sheila, Elaine.

[Oldroser]

Please tell Sheila if it is at all possible to run away from CC and go to University Hospitals, much better place and just down the street from CC. Actually Metro Hospital on the near  West side of town is quite good too, just don't know any neurologists there. It never gets recognized but has #1 burn center which neither CC nor UH have and is one of only 29 hospitals in the country, and the only Cleveland hospital, to earn performance achievement awards in all three categories in the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association's annual Get With the Guidelines program.

It is the only public hospital so recognized.

MetroHealth earned awards in the categories of coronary artery disease, stroke care and heart failure, the second year in a row that it has received the Triple Performance Achievement Award.

[pennst8r]

Any further news on Sheila? I haven't been on much lately and only just noticed this thread. Sending my prayers and positive energy her way.

Penn

[yorkieville]

Hello, My Dear Ones.

Elaine, first and foremost, I cannot begin to express how good it was to hear your voice on the other end of the phone this week. You were a mountain of support, when I needed it most. And thank you so much for posting for me.

And to the rest of our family here, you can't know the depth of the emotion I felt, when Elaine told me that you were praying for me. I love all of you so much. You are my Angels.

Well, as Elaine said, I spent 3 days at CC. I got the e-mail reply to my on-line request for an appointment. I had submitted it last week, Saturday, and got a reply 1st thing Monday morning.

In my request, I specifically stated that my G.I. Doc referred me to CC for nerve/muscle tests on my anal sphincter muscles because I had a neurological bowel problem.

So, I had an 8:30 a.m. appt. with a Gastrointestinal doctor: Dr. McNally. On the 7 hour drive, I was so full of hope! She is a very nice doctor, and I cannot blame her for the fact that CC's scheduling department did not contact me and inform me that CC does not do those nerve tests.

She listened to my entire story, and entered everything in her computer. I had, as Elaine said, all my test results with me; Colonoscopy report, Dynamic Proctography report, Abdominal and Pelvic CT Scan report, Radionucleotide Bone Scan, etc.

They never came out of the envelope. (:

So, on Wednesday morning, after my appt. with her, I had 9 vials of blood drawn. They blew a vein, it swelled to the size of a golf ball.

Same day, at 1:45 P.M. an Abdominal & Chest CT Scan, with and without contrast. I drank a very tall glass of something that tasted like lemon & salt. Another vein, blown.

Same day, at 4:00 P.M., I had an Anal Rectal Mamometry.

Wednesday evening, I had to drink 96 oz. of Go-Lyetly within 2 hours. (I have a news flash for them. It does not make you: GO LIGHTLY! I had to sit on the potty as I drank it. And I was up the entire night.)

When I went for the colonoscopy, the nurse was upset about my veins but explained that it had happened because I am very dehydrated. And that was BEFORE I did any preps. However, they did not blow any veins.

That evening, I had to do the prep for a Defogram. I drank 8 oz. of something fizzy. And then had to take 4 Bisacodyl tablets. (I thought I was already pretty empty from the prep for the colonoscopy.)

So, Friday after noon at 1:30 P.M., I had the Defogram. While I was waiting, they had me drink 2 large glasses of Barium. In a short while, it literally poured out of my bottom, in the waiting area. Thankfully, patients waiting with me were so kind. One lady said, "Honey, just go get yourself a clean gown and put on your panties with a pad". Everyone was very upset with the nurse that left me there, and not checked one me. Fortunately, I had come prepared, with extra panties, pads, and Summers Eve cleansing cloths.

I had the Defogram, and they did not remind me to remove my Vivelle Dot, and after two nights of no sleep, I didn't think of it, and ended up with hot flashes for 2 days, until I could apply my new one this morning. So, I lost another two nights of sleep.

Finally, Friday evening, I saw Dr. McNally again, and she did not have all my test results back. I was tested for Celiac disease, and I do not have it. I do, however have a small nodule on my lung that must be monitored, in addition to the cyst on my liver, that I already knew about. She said the Anal Recto Mamometry was "Difficult to Interpret", so, basically, I did not get results on that test. but, I knew, from the way my body reacted during the test, my muscles work, but I have very little feeling in the rectum. I could hold the inflated balloon in my rectum for a very long time, before I had an urge to defecate. I was able to expel the balloon, quite easily by straining. So, why was the test, "Difficult to Interpret?" I'm not a medical professional, I'm just a 55 year old housewife, mother and grandmother, but I knew what my body was capable of doing, and not doing.

Dr. McNally said she would send me the rest of the results in the mail. She told me to drink 3 Ensure, or Carnation Instant Breakfasts a day, and she added somethings to my bowel program. I already take Cytotec, and dis-impact my anal canal every day. (Stool moves from my rectum to my anal canal, I do not feel it happening, but then, the muscle to the entrance of the anal canal does not relax and allow evacuation.) She said, she wants me to drink 1 T. of Miralax mixed in 8 oz. of water, and if I do not have a BM within 48 hours, then drink 1 T. of M.O.M. Still no BM, take another tablespoon at bedtime. She also said to insert a glycerin suppository and use digital stimulation, as it helps their spinal cord injury patients. (Bisacodyl suppositories do nothing for me, and glycerin suppositories stopped helping me before I tried Viscidly.)

She said I was supposed to have a follow up appt. with Dr. Kuenzler in July. I explained to her that no one had told me, but I saw no point in returning, since she could not help me with the bowel problem, when I saw her before, and I couldn't afford to make the trip back to CC for no help. My husband is retired and we live on a fixed income. They scheduled an appt. with Dr. K for December, but I am going to cancel it. I need the nerve tests, so why would I return to CC, when they don't do them?

So, Rich's and my plan is to continue to try to sell our home, and move down to S. IL near our son & daughter-in-law, and twin grand-babies, and I will start over with doctors in East St. Louis, IL.

We had a trip planned tot he State Park for today through Thursday before I received the appt. at CC, and we have agreed it would be a good idea to go ahead and go. We are both so utterly, emotionally and physically drained.

We returned yesterday evening. And we will leave in a few hours.

May I ask you to please pray we sell our house and move? I think moving may be my only chance of getting help. My local doctors have been of no use at all.

Thank you all again for praying for me. You have no idea how much it means to Rich & I.

Love,
Sheila

[doni54]

I am so sorry your appointment and tests still give you no solutions.  You will be in my prayers daily.

My heart goes out to you and I will pray also that your house sells and you can move, not only for the renewed chance for a dx, but to be close to your family.

Love & Hugs
doni

[spastic]

I am soooo sorry, Sweetie that this trip didn't come up with any solutions.  Darn it.  I sure have missed you.  I too will be hoping and praying that your house sells quickly and that you can get moved.  My mom always said, there is nothing like the love of a grandchild to revitalize your soul and life.  And she is most content when surrounded by her "babies".

I love you, Sheila and I will always be here for you.

Many Hugs,

Ada

[Momzilla]

Hi!!!

It is so good to hear from you, friend!

I have been so very worried about you.  I still am!!

I am so surprised these medical professionals at such an esteemed institution would ignore your very low weight.  Did they say nothing about this?  Did they offer IV nutrition/calories at all or even hint that this may be an option for you?

I just find it astounding that even if they can't give you a solid diagnosis, they refuse to offer you treatment with regards to your most basic health and nutrition. I would think someone would find your present state of health alarming.  Did you get that vibe from anyone there?

I will pray for the swift sale of your home, but first and foremost, I will be continuing to pray that you get healthier and hardier as you try to move closer to your family and better health care.

Love you muchly,

Zilla*

[mokibear]

Oh hon, I'm so sorry that things did not turn out well there. I had so hoped that this was the time. I totally agree with Zilla though that I am shocked that they did not treat you with nutritional IV. I am appalled at their lack of care of you.

I too will pray for the quick sale of your home and pray for someone to find out what is wrong with you.

Love and Gentle Hugs
Moki

[Quixotic1]

Hon, you know how hard I'm thinking about you.  Are you capable of drinking three cans of Ensure (or the Instant Breakfast) a day?  Did she even ask what you had been trying?

I, too, am appalled, truly appalled that they didn't take you in and work on your nutrition!  Obviously all of your efforts to refeed yourself have failed.  Why did they think that 3 ensure would be an answer?

Is there anyway you can go down to where your son is early and get involved with the doctors without waiting for the house to sell?  I pray for the right buyer as soon as possible, but I don't see how you can wait for this.

Quix

[Oldroser]

Try burying a statue of, oh dear, I can't remember if it is St. Joseph or not, in the yard. I have heard of it helping to sell houses in the past but oddly enough not read about it during this time of slow selling houses. It can't hurt and might help!

[monotreme]

I am very disappointed in Friday's outcome.  Obviously this is not a mechanical problem, and is nerve related.   And I agree that going back ot Dr. K is a waste of money.  But I think I would write her a letter and let her know how disappointed you are in her (Dr. K) and the GI doc and that your severe weight loss was ignored.  It is deplorable.

And...I will remind you when you get home.  Please call Patient Relations dept at CC and say you want to file a complaint.  Tell them that you should have been notified before going there that the nerve tests are not done at CC.

Also tell them that the doctors are negligent in not helping with your severely depleted nutritional status.

I did this after Mayo told Craig that he was developing a neurological disease but will have to get worse.  Patient Relations wiped away our 500 dollar balance.

I think your disappointment needs to go on record.

I am overwhelmed with sadness Sheila.  You know I am.  

And it is St. Joseph who helps to sell houses when you bury him upside down in your front yard.

Elaine

[Want to feel well!!!]

Sweetie, all I can say is I am still praying and wishing you well.  Just know your forum family is behind you all the way.

Please be well soon!!!!

(((Loving Gentle Hugs)))
Wanna :o)

[biowham]

Wow. That sounds like an enormous waste of your time and health. I have you in my thoughts for a quick sell and a move sooner rather than later. I do not like anything I hear about CC. Nothing at all. Sometimes, these places that are supposed to be so good, so tops, end up being so overrun with bureaucracy that you can't find the people underneath all the paperwork and red tape.

And everything that Elaine said. Seconded.

Get well, work on relaxing, work on keeping your weight healthy.

Bio

[Fluffysmom]

I'm adding my prayers to the rest, that you sell your house and find medical care that actually helps and everything else that you need in your life.

sending you soft, gentle hugs along with my prayers,

Kathy

[LLWB]

I'm so so sorry that the CC was so ignorant of your basic needs. People should not be treated just as a number, and I think it was criminal to just repeat tests, and not even look at info your brought. That said, enjoy your trip, and allow the Holy Spirit's healing hands to settle on your body and spirit.

I'll be praying incessently for your health and recovery. Maggie

[yorkieville]

Hi, Angels.

I'm sorry it has taken me so long to get back in here. (:

We came home from our trip to the State Park, Thursday afternoon.

It was good to go there and just sit in the peace and quiet, and think. Although, last weekend, as we were getting ready, I wondered at our sanity at going ahead with the trip,  after just getting back from CC on Saturday evening. Believe me, all I could manage to do was sit in my reclining lawn chair. I was soooo tired, my back pain was unbelievable, even my Tramadol every 6 hours round the clock didn't get it under control for a week, and besides recovering from the tests, I was getting over one of the worst colds I've ever had in my life; courtesy of my neighbor. :) Her Hubby had been in the hospital the week before, and she caught a terrible cold. We share everything. Food, visits, prayers, colds, etc. LOL

Poor Rich caught it, the beginning of the week, so he spent his nights coughing up a storm. He barely slept, and when he did sleep, he snored as loud as a bear! LOL  He never gets sick, but oh, boy, when he does, he really gets sick! I was really worried about him. I've been pouring orange juice down his throat, and chicken noodle soup, and shots of Brandy. Good Polish Brandry; LEROUX JEZYNOWKA Blackberry. Works better than any cold medicine we've ever taken.

Rich and I spent time, discussing things thoroughly, and we believe moving to S. IL is our best option, and we are both praying in earnest that it will happen within a month.

We are selling our house without a contingency on finding a home, which Buyers in our area seem to like, and we will live in our travel trailer while we house-hunt in S. IL.

I cannot begin to thank you for your prayers. And if I may ask, please continue to pray. I have 18 month old twin grandsons, that I want to stick around and watch grow up. I absolutely adore them! They are a dream come true for me. A prayer answered. I have dreamed of having grandchildren from the time I was carrying my son, 34 years ago.

The only mention made of nutrition at CC was to drink 3 Insure or Carnation Instant Breakfasts. Sheesh...I'd already been drinking the Carnation.

Dr. McNally said to weigh myself every 3 days and call if I lose any more weight. What?18#s in 5 months isn't enough weight loss?  I'm 5'2, and weigh 72#s, how little do I need to weigh before they feel concerned?

I'm drinking Carnation Instant Breakfast Dark Chocolate 3 times a day. And I am truly making an effort to eat calorie dense foods.

We bought our St. Joesph Statue today. I remember when we had a difficult time selling our last house, we buried a St. Joseph Statue and our house sold within the month.

I am waiting for Dr. McNally to send me the report on the blood tests results she did not have back yet, and the defogram, that I brought the films with me to my appointment on Friday that she said did not have time to go to her office to review before my appt. (: I don't understand the point of the appointment, when she didn't have time to look at the films. I was instructed in gastroenterology to make sure I took those films to my appointment.

Elaine, thank you for telling me I can call Patient Relations at CC and tell them I want to file a complaint. Because I am so irritated that we made an expensive trip, that we can ill afford, and they did not bother to inform me that they do not do the Anal Electromyography test. I was very explicit and stated in my request for an appointment that my G.I. Doc diagnosed me with a Neurological Bowel Problem, and referred me to CC for nerve/muscle tests on the anal sphincter muscle. I also stated that I'd had a Dynamic Proctography that showed I have no bowel function.

Unless that Defogram shows something, I wwould have to say my trip to CC was an extreme waste of time and money. :(

So, I remain, "Living in Limbo Land".

Hugs,
Sheila

[Rena705]

I am so sorry to hear of all of this anguish you have been going through and I certainly hope that the move will prove to be a new beginning for you and your hubby.  I have to say that you have been through a lot worse than myself and I must apologize for "whining" about my situation when you have been going through your own personal he**!  I will be thinking of you Sheila and I wish you and your husband the best and I hope that the next post we get from you is to tell us that your house has been sold and you are moving onward and upward!

Best of Luck and lots of hugs,

Rena

[Farrahlicious]

Prayers, prayers, prayers!
I'm sorry i haven't introduced myself properly, but all i can say is that i won't pray for you to move or for this or this other test. It's all gonna be praying and good wishing and vibes and love for you to get BETTER. No more Limbo!
Faith is so strong, dear. The power of prayer can do a lot. I'm not on any drugs, i'm like a drug myself (like a bad trip), i just medicate myself with prayers. And a stupid sense of humor. But seriously, love and good thoughts your way!

xoxox
Farrah

[yorkieville]

Oh, Rena, my dear friend, don't you dare chastise yourself for talking about the way you feel! Your health issues, and everyone's here, are equally as important, as mine. Many are far more serious than mine.

You NEVER whine, and if you do, you are entitled, and I will wine with you and bring the cheese! :)

Rena, I adore you, so you can wine & cheese with me, any day of the week!

Love & Hugs,
Sheila

[yorkieville]

Hi, Farrah!

Oh, I so agree, I truly believe in the power of prayer. My favorite poem is Footprints, and I know, many, many times, the Lord has carried me, and I know, He is carrying me, now.

"Proper" introductions are never necessary in this group, we are all family, from the minute we join. There is no better place on the 'Net, than this one.

Thank you so much for your prayers and good wishes and good vibes and love. I'll take these things over everything and anything in the world!!!!

I wsih I wasn't on drugs, but I take Tramadol, every 6 hours, round the clock, or the pain in my lower back is so great, that I am unable to sit up, stand, or walk, for more than a few minutes. I spent nearly two years, on the couch and bed, before my D.O. prescribed Tramadol and Diazepam, and the Diazepam has relieved the pain in the nerves in my spine and the Small Fiber Neuropathy in  my legs and thighs. These two drugs have given me part of my life back. Now, I am greedy and want the rest back, as well. :)

There is no such thig as a 'stupid' sense of humor. I would rather laugh, than cry, and so many times, if I did not laugh at myself, I would cry.

Love & Hugs,
Sheila

[santana8]

I am so sorry you are going through all of this, I wish I could do something to help you! I am thinking about you and keeping you in my prayers until you are feeling better! I will be watching for updates about how you are doing.

Hugs,
~Santana~

[Farrahlicious]

OMG, you are a sweetheart! it hurts my heart to see all these good souls going thru such a hardtime. I am on Tramadol myself, but i use it only for emergencies. I could not imagine taking it every 6 hours.
Thank you for the warm welcome. Remember, when the L-ord is not carrying you in His loving arms, we are. We're always here.
love and prayers,
Farrah

[floridamom2]

You are always in my prayers but especially now.  I hope and pray you get some answers soon dear!!
Love and Hugs!
Kristin

[yorkieville]

Hi, Santana.

   Thank you so much, and, you ARE doing something to help me feel better, you offer support & prayers. These are the things I need most, right now.

Hugs,
Sheila

[yorkieville]

Hi, Farrah!

Thank you! You are a sweetheart, too! You know, it breaks my heart that younger people than me are going through so much pain and no answers, no relief. They're being cheated out of their lives.

Don't you experience any withdrawal symptoms only taking the Tramadol when you need it?

I'll tell you how I found out what was causing me to be very nauseated every morning. Last month, I had to do a 14 hour fast for a 24 hour urine collection for heavy metals. I cannot tolerate the Tramadol on an empty stomach, so, I didn't have it for 17 hours.

After 14 hours, I was shaking and cold and dry-heaving. My hubby had to wrap me in a down comforter, bring a portable heater into our living room, and close the French doors.
I finally fell asleep, and woke up hungry enough to have a cup of coffee and two tiny flaky pastries, just enough to take a a 50 MG. Tramadol and 2 MG. of Diazepam.  I felt a bit better, but it wasn't until my next dose, that I felt normal again.

I had been taking one 50 MG. tablet at 8:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., and 8:00 p.m.. So, after that experience, I began setting an alarm clock for 2:00 a.m., and guess what? No more nausea in the morning.

I had also been waking at 4:00 a.m. with back pain, but had felt I could tolerate it. The nausea was another matter.

I've been on it for 9 months, so I'd say I am very addicted.

You are very welcome for the warm welcome. I also received the most loving warm welcome when I came here. That was the day, I stopped crying. I found a family here, of people that truly understand.

It is truly a joy to have so many people lift me, when I am struggling.

Love & Prayers to you, as well.
Sheila

[yorkieville]

Hi, Kristin.

   Thank you, Kristin. I appreciate the prayer so much. I firmly believe, some one knows what is wrong with me. I just haven't met that person yet. I just continue to keep asking God to guide my doctors.

  Hugs,
  Sheila

[Farrahlicious]

Don't be cheated by the pic, it's photoshopped! lol, nah, i'm 32 and looking it.
You know, i only take the Tramadol in drops, they taste like Jaggemeister but if you mix them in a tiny cup with a little bit of lemon soda (i have tried everything, juice, other sodas, etc) it's not that bad. I only take about 20 drops (10mg) when i'm desperate. I have been diagnosed with AS for about two years, and was working and going to school at night, so i HAD to learn to handle the pain.
Honey, please try to get something else for the pain. It's too much. Tramadol in pills don't work for me, so i do the drops.
I need to pray more for others and not for my poor behind. I'm ok, i'm not needing anything really bad (except for the daily Levothiroxin) but nothing else. I take Lyrica, because it makes my neuropatic pain better, but i also take my vitamins, 5-HTP and plenty of biomeds (Heel) and Bach Flowers and Homeopathy. I believe in G'd to a point that there is nothing coming from Him that i won't believe He may grant me. When He calls "Farrah" i say "Here i am". He'll help us all. He has brought us to this wonderful forum. I'm glad i had questions and doubts and look the miracle i found! all these lovely people!
Hugs & blessings!
xoxoxo
Farrah

[yorkieville]

Farrah, you do not look 32, you look 22!!! You're gorgeous, girl! I didn't know that Tramadol came in drops. I am definitely going to ask my D.O. for the drops.

How did you get your AS diagnosis? My D.O. ran the HLAB-27 test and it was positive, but the spine specialist said "No AS" so, not sure who to believe. The spine specialist explained that the pain in my back is not from my back, but from the nerves. He was right, a Medial Branch Nerve Block relieved my pain for 6 hours, but a Right Lumbar Radio-frequency failed. (:

Diazepam & Tramadol ease the nerve pain, to a large degree, but I have to stay on top of the time.

I tried Lyrica but when it wore off, the nerve pain was worse than before I had taken it, if that makes any sense.

No, you still have to pray for yourself, besides others, because if we don't pray for ourselves, God can't hear us.

I believe He will grant me an answer to my prayer, but I believe He is showing me where He wants me, and that is down in S. IL with my family.

I have a son that will be 34 in September and we are very close and he and his wife want us near them and the babies.

I just spoke with him on the phone and he made me promise I would get down there and get healthy.

I have never made him a promise I couldn't keep.

I believe God led me here, too....this group consists of the best people on the earth. I never knew I would love so many people that I have never even met.

With that, I will give you my love and hugs, and this old woman is off to bed. :)

Sheila

[Sunnytoday]

Hey there, good to see you back on (course, I was out for vacation for a bit there)
You know that you are always in my prayers.... may you have happy house-hunting and find a caring doctor just as fast. :)
feel free to msg. when you get the time
~Sunnytoday~

[yorkieville]

Hi, Sunny!

Have I ever told you that your screen-name always makes me feel happy? :)

I hope you had a great vacation. You deserve it.

Thank you so much. I spoke with my son last night and he is praying for a healing and I also asked that he and my lovely daughter-in-law pray our house sells fast. He made me promise to get well, and I promised, and reminded him that I have never broken a promise to him.:)  I have this feeling, deep down inside, that when we move to S. IL, I will find the right doctor, and I know being around my son and his wife, and my twin grandsons will really help me.

Rich is waiting for me (what else is new? LOL)

But I will msg. you this eve.

Hugs & Smiles,
Sheila

[spastic]

Hey Sweetie, I've been thinking about you.....You know when you move to S. Illinois, we'll be neighbors!!!!  hehehe  I hope your house sells soon for you, I also think the move would do you good.  

My Uncle was in the hospital for a paralyzed bowel at Methodist in Omaha and the Dr's there were great.  My Uncle is a retired physician and he swears by Methodist.  It might be worth a drive through Iowa to see if one of these Dr's could help you.  

I Love You Sheila,

Ada

[yorkieville]

Hi, Ada!

Will we realy be neighbors, close enough to visit? That would be so wonderful!

Thank you, our Agent is coming by this week to discuss the possibilty of lowering our price by $5,000. to open it up to a different bracket of buyers.

I think the move would do me good, too. I spoke with my son Tuesday eve and he wants us down there so much!

I am going to keep Methodist in Omaha in mind, if I don't get any real help in S.IL, but my neighbor lived in S. IL, and she said there are doctors in St Louis that are wonderful, and she feels I will get help there. From her lips, to Gods ears.

I love you, too, Ada.

Sheila