Grateful
| August 15, 2012 | Posted by Madeline @ Food, Fitness, and Family under Family |
I unplugged yesterday. I wasn’t planning on it but Monday night I went to bed at 8:30. True story. And I honestly had nothing of interest to post for you guys yesterday anyway.
But I do today.
Today I am grateful. I am grateful that sometimes bad things happen in the best possible way. That is what happened last night. My dad is a doctor and has worked at the same hospital for the last 18ish years. So when he started having chest pains in the parking lot he knew not to ignore them. It helped that he was next to the ER.
Without going into a ton of detail my dad had an acute cardiac episode and received treatment from a long-time friend and colleague. He is expected to be just fine. Thank God this happened mere steps away from help and I know that his friends are giving him the best possible care.
It’s times like this that I HATE being away from my family. I wish I could be at the hospital visiting or helping my step-mom with my brothers who are 15 and 12. Mostly I just want to hug my daddy.
I am grateful that I have a trip planned to Phoenix next week anyway so I can hug him sooner rather than later. I am grateful that they were able to take care of the problem before it became a PROBLEM. I am grateful that everything happened the way it did. I am just GRATEFUL today.
Thank you to everyone who is participating in my #BeKind challenge. I would love to hear from you via Facebook, Twitter, or a comment here. I want to do a wrap up post showcasing all these acts of kindness so send away!
Oh girl, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. Glad to hear that he received the treatment he needed…and happy that you will get to be with your family next week. I know how hard it is to be away from family – especially when it’s not by choice. Sending you hugs!!!
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thinking of you!!! xo
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Aw, sorry to hear about your Dad. So glad to hear he’s expected to be ok, but it’s still hard to be away. I will most defintely keep you and your family in my prayers. xo
Heidi @ Idlehide recently posted..Kenny the Dancer
I will be thinking of your sweet Dad! I can’t stand the thought of anything happening to my parents and not being around.
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Oh goodness. Hugs and prayers your famIly’s way…
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So glad that everything worked out. I don’t know your dad, but that picture is just the best. Stay strong! (We all know you are.)
I am so glad your dad was exactly where he needed to be when that happened – and that he is going to be okay. It’s so hard as an adult to see your parents get sick and get older. I’ve had so many emotional moments because of my dad who has chronic leukemia and got a bone marrow transplant this January. It’s hard to see your hero of a daddy in a hospital bed!
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As many have already posted, I am so happy to hear that your dad will be just fine.
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I’m glad that you’re dad will be just fine.
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Sending positive thoughts your way!
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Oh, I’m so sorry you can’t be there. I feel so far from my family at times and they’re “only” an hour away. So glad you have a trip coming up to visit and so glad he is ok!
Heather (Where’s the Beach) recently posted..Run Dates & Salad Night
Praise god all is ok w your father!! Those moments are so scary! I will e praying for him!! SPALove!
I am so sorry to hear about that. It is so hard. We lived in Japan for three years and I got the terrible, horrible call that my brother had been killed in a car wreck. It was the worst thing ever not to be able to be there .. and wrap my arms around my family. I did get there, but almost 48 hours later. I am SO glad your dad is ok. And I am so happy you are going there next week. Prayers for you. SPA LOVE
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Oh hunnie, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. Thank goodness he was near the ER & new exactly what to do. He seems like such a wonderful man. I know everything will be okay. Just keep telling yourself you’ll be out there soon! My prayers are you with you & your family at this time.
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Hugs girl! I’m glad he is ok. I will be praying for him and you and your family!
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My Dad had a TIA (mini stroke) a few years ago, and man…I’m so glad someone noticed he’d been slurring his words and that he felt his lip droop. He was just a few blocks from the hospital.
I am so glad your dad will be okay…it’s terrifying growing up…and seeing things like this happen to our parents/friends/family. You’re in my prayers, beautiful momma. Wishing him a speedy, full recovery.
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Oh my gosh – I’m so glad he’s OK, Madeline! How frightening
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Oh no, glad everything is okay and he was in the right spot. How scary
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I’m so relieved that every is OK with your dad. No matter how minor, I can only imagine how scary it was to hear about.
PS- your dad is a handsome man
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so sorry to hear about your dad. I’m glad everything is OK.
Thinking about you and your Dad. So happy to hear he is doing well and getting the care he needs! Sending hugs and love your way!
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I am so sorry to hear about your dad, but SO glad to hear he’s OK. I want to give you a huge hug because I know exactly how hard it is to be so far away when something horrible happens to your dad. I’m glad you’ll be able to be with him next week. <3
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So glad that things turned out in the best possible way they could have! I’m sure he’s looking forward to being able to see you soon, too.:)
Girl! I wish you called me, I would have come over and watched Emmie so you could have had some time to yourself!! Let me know if you need anything before you leave! xoxo
Madeline, I am so sorry to hear about your dad but I’m glad he’s going to be OK.
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Oh wow! Scary, but you are right…definitely something to be grateful for. Hugs to you and your fam.
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Glad everything is ok. Sending positive vibes towards a healthy recovery and well wishes for the family.
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Hey! I’m so glad he is okay!! I tried calling you. We need to catch up soon. Love You!
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I’m so so happy to hear he is doing alright!!! those are always the worst phone calls when the family is so far away. xoxo
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I’m so glad to hear that your Dad is doing OK. It’s extremely scary and I’m really glad too that he was so close to the ER and that he listened to the signs. My Dad, also a doc, was a bit more stubborn (as doctors can be) and wasn’t as close to the ER. Suffice to say that I’m grateful for you and your family.
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I am so sorry to hear about your dad and so thankful tht he is okay. Thank God he is in good hands.
So glad you get to see him sooner rather than layer
Praying for you guys!!
<3
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Keeping you, your dad and your family in my thoughts! I am so thankful your dad will be okay.