Monday, May 25, 2009

Day 6 - Memorial Day

The day you honor the US men and women who died for us in the arms of duty...

Memorial Day is also the time for picnics, barbecues, and family gatherings. I know you all will be thinking of us as well, I wish you all a wonderful day

I received a text this morning it said ...

"the picture of Frank walking at the hospital
makes memorial weekend a great memory to cherish"

What's going on with Frank? Last night he kept talking about a gurgling sounds that he could feel not in his stomach, not indigestion, something else which concerned us. I could even hear it when I put my head below his heart. At first the nurse thought it was his bowels being active. But later she came into change his dressing and felt that the doctor needed to be called. They took a x-ray thinking that maybe is was that one lead left behind from his pacemaker/defib, and maybe it was in some of the fluid that he has on his body. Results came back and everything checked out okay, that's not it. Their decision was to wait till this morning. Frank slept thru the night and the gurgling sound has subsided a little. They are going to continue to watch and wait, if it continues they will do a ultrasound.

Lets all not get alarmed, strong boy has already taken one of his 5 min walks this morning, wants another shower, ready for breakfast and has 2-3 walk left for the day depending on how he feels. Does that sound like the Frank you know...

10:30 AM - Seen Dr Moazami and he worried all night about what the gurgling was about. All he could think it was, was fluid around his heart, reassured Frank that he was doing fine and increased his lasix to get the fluid off.
10:15 PM - HAD A REALLY GOOD DAY, BEST ONE BY FAR! Hope things continue to go in this direction, thanks for all heartfelt comments. Love, Frank
They will do a echo test tomorrow. Susan ;)

13 comments:

  1. Frank/Susan - Thank you for the update ...This blog is a wonderful tool for all that are concerned. Hang in there Frank --
    Til Later
    God Speed
    Concetta/Randy

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  2. Frank and Susan,
    Anthony and I are in San Francisco visiting Patrick and Larissa and our beautiful nieces. I just now found out about this blog and I've been reading all morning. Frank, we are so happy for you and it was great to see that picture of your smiling face. We can not wait to see you in person. Please know that we have prayed and prayed for you and will continue to do so. Love you so much. When you can have visitors, we will make the trip to St. Louis and see you.
    Keep getting stronger and keep writing. It is fantastic hear your words.
    Love, Anthony and Shannon

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  3. Frank, We're thinking of you and will continue with our prayers for you. Keep up that positive spirit. Love always.

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  4. Hi Frank & Susan,
    Aunt Marie Cascio wants you to know she is following your blog and praying for your speedy recovery. She says keep up the walking and keep the Faith! She says Susan & Frank think of the Energizer Bunny -- I say think of Aunt Marie!!!
    Love from all of us,
    Kathleen

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  5. Frank-- The Louisville, Ky. Mascaro's have been
    praying for you- keep that smile on your face.
    That picture of you taking a walk was great. I
    guess they didn't take your picture walking in
    the other direction,(which is probably good be-
    cause those drawstrings in the back don't us-
    ually hold very tight). I understand my friend
    Randy who had a liver transplant contacted you.
    If you have any questions, he would love to
    help any way he can.
    Well, just know we are with you and your family
    in spirit.

    Love, your cousin Joe

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  6. Prayers are still coming your way. Hopefully the gurgling sound is just Frank wanting some pasta, sugu and cannoli! ;-) This blog is GREAT!!! Thanks for the updates. Love ya all, Susie

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  7. HI Susie Its so good to get your messages It means so much to read your thoughts, Thanks for talking with father Joe tell everyone Im feeling great and can't wait to get home.

    Frank

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  8. You're quite welcome, Frank. Being so far away with you in St. Louis, it's the least I can do (in addition to praying, of course). I just sent Father Joe your message and the address of this blog. I let Gene know what was going on and I have yet to hear from him. He doesn't live on the internet like yours truly LOL! Thanks for the personal message my dear friend. YOU are SPECIAL! Love, Susie

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  9. I would like some of that food you are all talking about (susie), I guess we will be taking a trip to "THE HILL" here in St. Louis for some italian food, I hope I can find some of that bbq italian mogue chicken (patti)!

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  10. Frank,
    You need to get better we have a 36 year reunion game this fall, and my friend you are still the center for the 1973 8 man league Northeast Chiefs. So get on that lime green 10 speed again.... Oh I forgot it was stolen when we both ditched school and went to the carnival behind Kats. Guess we'll have to take one bike again like in the old days You can have the handle bars. My friend all my hopes and wishs all my prayers are with you. God keep you safe.

    Sal

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  11. Sal your message brings back so many great memories. Thanks
    Frank

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  12. Frank, we are all praying for a great recovery and can't wait to see you soon! Tell Susan and Rudy hello! I enjoy checking in daily to see the wonderful progress you are making! Lisa at Rancho Grande!!!!!

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  13. Frank,
    Keep up the good work! Your progress is fantastic. Amazing that you're up and walking. Keep it Up
    Tell Susan that she definitely needs someone to make a run to The HIll and get you some good food for the gurgling and while there go to Missouri Baking Co. they have the best cookies! our Prayers are with you!

    Rozann :)

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