My father's health has taken a turn for the worse

[Stormsfury]

and unfortunately, I don't believe that he'll pull out of this ... IMHO, I believe he has less than a month left ... in fact, he's pretty much given up and is ready to be called "home".

It's very, very hard to cope with since it's inevitable, but looking at him today, his eyes are very glassy looking, and he's having some problems with his breathing ...

I've resigned myself that if he wishes to "go home" (as my father would put it).

I, fortunately, got some photos that I just put up with my father in a wheelchair when my half-sisters were in town (that I put up on my website last night), and this was basically the last time my father was out of bed ...

Click HERE for a full-sized picture.

[Stephanie]

I'm so sorry SF! I can't imagine how helpless and frustrated you feel.

Just try to remember all of the good times that you have had with him and your family. I'm sure he'd rather that.

[GalvestonDuck]

SF, you are in my thoughts and prayers, asking God to grant strength to you, your father, and the rest of your family. I lost my mom after her struggle with emphysema. It's so hard to see a parent suffering through something like that. And it's even harder to let go when it's time. I'm not going to pretend to know everything you're going through. But I can relate. Hang in there and let us know if you need anything. You know there will always be one or two of us here at any given time.

(((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))))

[cycloneye]

SF my thoughts and prayers are with your father,for you and your family but I hope that your father gets better soon but if he pass the way then god will recieve him at heaven.

[therock1811]

SF, stepping things up here! Tell your dad that he's got a few hundred people pulling for him, and the same for you as well!

[weatherlover427]

It is always a shame to see people who have to suffer like this. I wish you and your family the best Mike.

[isobar]

Praying for you and your family, SF.

[stormraiser]

In my prayers, too. Remember, make the most of the time you have left, then you'll always have good memories

[Lindaloo]

My heart is heavy for you and your Father Mike. I think of him often and I will continue to keep him in my thoughts and prayers.

[Colin]

I'm very sorry to hear this. I'll keep him and you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. He is in God's hands now, and we all know, he works LOTS of miracles.

[ColdFront77]

Mike, I am very sorry to hear about this. I too wish your family the best.

[Rainband]

SF..your father.. you and the rest of your family are in My prayers. God Bless

[2 Seam Fastball]

My thoughts and prayers are fully with you in the experience that you are going through. I hope for a full and speedy recovery for your father. My best wishes for you and your family.

[petal*pusher]

Please include my prayers with the others here. I think it's such a great compliment to this board that you know, without a doubt.....you can post your concerns and you have a wonderful support system just waiting to offer their help.......p

[furluvcats]

So sorry SF...thanks so much for sharing that picture with us. Its nice to put a face with a prayer, and you are all in deed being prayed for.

[Pburgh]

furry, you are so right. What a wonderful loving family. SF, you, your Dad and your family are definitely in my prayers. ((Hugs))