Californiaman Posted April 17, 2020 Share Posted April 17, 2020 (edited) So I want to start out by saying this has really hit home for me. It's been a brutal month for me and my family. Three family members have had the Wuhan Virus. First my brother-in-law was told his co-worker has it and that it would be good for him to self-quarantine. He got it. Less than a week later he was admitted with pneumonia to his local hospital. He's been on a respirator and dialysis machine for three weeks. Today was the first day he's responded to any stimulation. He gave a thumbs up to his nurse. We have been praying non-stop every day for him for the last two or three weeks now. Seems like forever. Secondly, my sister got it from Dave, her husband. She was helping my dad after the sudden death of my mother three weeks ago. She has been away from her husband who has been in ICU this entire time. She's been quarantined the entire time. Third, my dad got it too. He's 81 and it hit him hard but not as hard as my sister and brother-in-law. We think there might be two reasons as to why. He had the Hong Kong Flue in the early '70s. I know this, because I had it too. I think it was 1970. The other reason is that Dad likes his evening scotch. It's my belief that the scotch killed a lot of the virus that might have been in his throat. In fact Dad said that when he drank it that particular night, "It tasted terrible. It was all I could do to finish the glass. It was horrible." As for my mother, it wasn't Covid 19. It was a massive brain hemorrhage. She had a devastating stroke. There was nothing anybody could do. Now, we are unable to even bury her and have a proper funeral until all this blows over. We will give her a wonderful celebration of life when the time comes. And yes, my brother-in-law David will be there too. He's going to recover in due time. They hope to take him off the respirator this weekend. Stay safe everyone. Remember to wash your hands and practice good hygiene. My wife has been in public health for 20 years. Washing your hands and using good hygiene is so important. Again, stay safe. Edited April 17, 2020 by Californiaman forgot an o 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
'Scales Posted April 17, 2020 Share Posted April 17, 2020 How awful CM - Best wishes all round. No relatives of mine that I'm aware of, but one of my 2 lifelong best mates had to isolate when a workmate caught it - thankfully he got the all clear. My mum is 81 and so is a prime candidate, but as a former nurse she always keeps her place and herself hospital clean. My mother in law who lives next door is on and off chemo so we are quite protective of her. much hand washing etc. Hope your family get through this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rct Posted April 17, 2020 Share Posted April 17, 2020 (edited) I am sorry to hear this Californiaman. Best of luck and wishes to you and yours. Nobody in my life, so far, touch wood. rct Edited April 17, 2020 by rct Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tman Posted April 17, 2020 Share Posted April 17, 2020 Incredibly tough time Todd, very sorry to hear that and best wishes to you and your family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaxson50 Posted April 17, 2020 Share Posted April 17, 2020 Todd. You know you and Jill and the kids are in our prayers,, you have had an credible rollercoaster of a year my friend. Somehow you will get through it. Stay healthy, love life, each day is a gift. Give thanks to the giver. God Bless Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brad1 Posted April 17, 2020 Share Posted April 17, 2020 So sorry to hear that this has really affected you so much. I do not know anyone that has gotten covid-19. But I am so worried about my Mother. She is 83 and lives alone. She lives 275 miles away from me and my brother. My brother and I have been ordering groceries for her online and having them delivered to her house. That is my biggest worry...my Mom. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinch Posted April 17, 2020 Share Posted April 17, 2020 Oh, man. Sorry to hear. This is one evil ***** of a disease. I self-isolate in my time off. I don't know if "voluntarily" is the word, 'cos I hate it by now, but it seems like the thing to do until further notice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mutha Posted April 19, 2020 Share Posted April 19, 2020 My heartfelt condolences to you and the family on the passing of your Mam, such a thing only made harder during these times. My Aunt(72) had it and now is out the far side. What is a bit worrying is that they think you can get sick a second time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merciful-evans Posted April 19, 2020 Share Posted April 19, 2020 Sorry to hear this Cman. You and yours have been hit hard. Here's hoping for a better tomorrow 😳 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murph Posted April 19, 2020 Share Posted April 19, 2020 Hang tuff old timer. I don't know anybody affected to this point. However they're saying WAY more people than they thought have probably had it and gotten over it now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notes_Norton Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 Sorry to hear of your family troubles CMan. I do hope they all pull through quickly and completely. Fortunately my family is clean so far. I'm hoping it stays at bay until they figure out how to treat this for myself and all my on-line buddies. Notes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digger Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 (edited) Crikey mate I’m so sorry to hear about your family troubles! I sincerely hope they all get over this thing soon. Sorry also about your mom, that’s a hard loss, really tough for families now with the lockdown. You won’t ever forget her of course and I hope you can concentrate on the good memories from her life. My thoughts are with you and anyone else caught up in this tidal wave of misery. Edited April 21, 2020 by Digger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Californiaman Posted April 21, 2020 Author Share Posted April 21, 2020 Thank you everybody for your kind thoughts and well-wishes. My brother-in-law Dave is off the ventilator. In fact they finally got him out of bed after 17 days on the breather. We're all really excited. My sister and father are both over the virus and on the mend. Again, you're all appreciated and I wish you well too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fortyearspickn Posted April 22, 2020 Share Posted April 22, 2020 Glad to hear it. What a difference a week makes! Take it easy. Rest up for when you can all get together and celebrate! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retired Posted April 22, 2020 Share Posted April 22, 2020 Wow, so sorry to hear your family getting hit hard. Good that your brother in law is recovering. I know of none that Deb and I know that have the virus. We hear of people here, but we don't know them. My oldest aunt, Deloris passed away yesterday but she was 97 and just her time to go. She just stopped eating. My mom visited her in intensive but she didn't know it was her sister. She was out of it. I'll turn 67 at midnight and Mom will come over tomorrow. Hope things get better for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoyC Posted April 23, 2020 Share Posted April 23, 2020 0, thank goodness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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