Muriel, Hope you get into the hand surgeon pronto, that is a tough break [and an even worse pun!]
Long day today. Went with my son and grandson to the hospital. Grandson's other grandma,Susan,is dying. COPD, complications, very low weight, no resistance, has to be on breathing machine. Dr. gave her a choice taking her off breathing machine within the next few days and if she can't breath on her own it will be the end; or tracheotomy, breathing tube, feeding tube, nursing home until the end. She is 57. She chose the first one. My grandson's mom is only 27 and has all the burden. Family scattered, long story. We are doing all we can, but not much we can do but support her. This is all caused from her mom's years of smoking. She is one of those that the addiction is so consuming she can't quit, and tried everything. I know this is a really selfish thought, but my grandson's birthday is Jan. 18th. I just don't want it to happen then, you know? He has never lost anyone close and he is just going to be 10. He's a terrific boy with strong faith. We'll all get through, but tough times ahead. Sorry to unload, thanks for listening.