OT: Medical scare/Prayer request

[Blackie]

Hey guys, haven't been on the boards much lately. Been quite possibly the toughest three weeks of my life and lately been a real roller coaster. I was out of town helping another Unit prepare for inspections the week before last when I received a phone call that my youngest daughter Ruthie was very sick. All the wife told me was that it may be a stomach bug but things turned for the worst on Friday afternoon. After she came home from the getting more bloodwork done at the doctors office they told us to immediately head to Childerens Hospital as they think she may have Type 1 diabetes. I just got home in enough time to head that way and meet them at the hospital. I never seen a little 10 year old go through so much pain. All I could hear from her was "daddy I would rather be in heaven then go through this diabetes and all the needles they are sticking in me". I fought back the tears and just stuck with her. The doctors and nurses were wonderful and we have been classes for the last few days as well learning how to take care of a child with type 1 diabetes. My insurance took care of a lot of it but still were out of pocket a bit more than I expected. We have changed plans for any holiday travels and are going to stay home to ensure that we get the insulin regulated/blood sugar levels etc as they should be. It has been quite a journey so far but the good Lord is watching over us. Just wanted to update everyone and keep you guys aware of what is going on.

Of course I haven't even looked through my cards in a few weeks now but had fun last night pulling some cards out for her and I to look through....that was neat. Just daddy daughter time and I enjoy that very much.

Please keep us in your prayers and everyone have a safe and happy Thanksgiving.

Rob

[Blackie]

Been showing Ruthie the 1965 Topps football set that I started building a while back. She loves it and I have decided to build this for her and she can pass it on in the future. I have about 5 or 6 other cards that I will send off to SGC when I get time and or money but can't just now. I have named the set Ruthies (fight against type 1 diabetes) 1965 Topps football set. I am going to only concentrate on building this for her and enjoy it with her. Seems like she loves to just get involved with something and her smile when she sees the cards is awesome. I was so broken hearted the other day at Childrens hospital but for now its great to see her light up. I now have these cards in her room for her to enjoy. Still have a long ways to go on the set but this is my ultimate goal now.

Thanks for all the prayers guys

[barrysloate]

Wishing you and your daughter the very best Robert. She should be able to live a normal life once she gets used to her new routine. Sorry you had to go through such a difficult ordeal.

[Blackie]

Thank you for your kind words. She is so strong and a real fighter. We will just continue to love her and keep life as normal as we can around the house.

[Peter_Spaeth]

I have a relative with Type 1 who was a college hockey player, is married with kids, and lives a completely normal life. There was an Olympic swimmer recently (Gary Hall?) who also has Type 1. It is a frightening ordeal at first but it should have a good outcome. Best wishes.

[Blackie]

Thank you brother. She loves peewee cheerleading and dance. Ive told her we can still do all these things. We just have to keep and eye on her bloodsugar.

[wazoo]

Sending my prayers! Have a Happy Thanksgiving.

[freakhappy]

Robert...sorry your daughter and family had to go through all of this...I can't imagine. I'm happy to hear that things are looking up for her as no one should have to endure that, especially a child. I'll be sending prayers your way, friend...keep your chin up.

Mike

[Rickyy]

Best wishes to your daughter Robert. Sending her some good thoughts and karma her way....I hope she feels better real soon!


Ricky Y

[t206trader]

Wishing you and your family all the best Robert. Ruthie seems like a real fighter and I'm sure that brighter days are just around the corner.

Brandon

[ethicsprof]

my prayers are with your family at this moment and continuing.
juvenile diabetes is a chronic disease but can be managed well over time.
as you've already seen, it is disease which does well with the team approach
among physicians, diabetes educators, family, and patients.
I wish you the very best with this and a grateful thanksgiving.
Barry

[Blackie]

So grateful and blessed to have great doctors and nurses at the hospital and very blessed to not be deployed as i have missed a few Thanksgivings. Thank you all for your prayers and words of encouragement.

[jim]

hi Robert, looks like you need a Jim Perkins card #61 for your set. Send me your address and I will mail you this SGC 60 card.
Oh, I will also say three prayers for your daughter (3 has always been my lucky #)

Happy Thanksgiving!
jim

[Blackie]

Thank you so much Mike and Jim!

[4815162342]

Robert, you're daughter is in our prayers. God answers prayers and will reward your faith in Him.

[the 'stache]

Rob, God bless your daughter, and your entire family. I can't think of anything better than having her back at home with you for Thanksgiving.

I can handle just about anything, but seeing a child suffer just tears me up inside. Luckily, it sounds like your Ruthie is a real fighter, and has some great doctors and nurses helping her. And she certainly has a great dad.

I am saying a prayer for her, and all of you.

[Blackie]

Thank you Bill, Daryl and Steve! I wish you guys a very Happy Thanksgiving. Steve I may have a few questions for you later on concerning Type 1 diabetes. My daughter was asking some questions last night concerning pee wee basketball and I wasn't sure how to answer some of them in regards to athletics.

[JasonD08]

Prayers sent.

[Blackie]

Thank you Jason! Happy Thanksgiving to all on the boards here and may God continue to bless each and every one of you!

[Blackie]

Had a wonderful Thanksgiving and Ruthie could feel the thoughts and prayers. She just took her bloodsugar test herself, pricked her finger and all. She is taking this all good and so proud to see her warm smiling face.

Now going to keep working on her 65 Topps football set. Going to try to get her a few cards for Christmas.

Thanks again for all the prayers and words of encouragement!