Sunday Not Funday

Today started late. I didn't get out of bed til about 11am and Robert got up around 12 or so. We're paying for our late nights. Robert's Mom crashed over here last night so we were up late chatting. We were lazy ALL day. I wanted to get so much done, but I opted to watch tv all day and hangout with Robert. Six o'clock came up and I realized I really need to get moving and accomplish something. So, I got the laundry started (almost done), vaccumed, moped, and some organization. Eight o'clock is here and Robert says he feels bad and he has been for awhile today. An hour and a half later, he finally feels better. We're hoping to make it an earlier night than the past nights. Tomorrow we are seeing Dr. Athari to see what to do next. Wish us luck and pray.

The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love-Hubert H. Humphrey

Last night was good and bad. Thank you to Dave, Jake, Mike, and Greg for coming over to give Robert some words of encouragement and support. So sorry to Jake for a short visit. Robert began to feel ill and thought he needed to go to the hospital shortly after Jake arrived. We tried to comfort him letting him know he is okay. Robert started to breathe real heavy so that scared me. He was seriously wanting help. Before leaving to go to the hospital, Jake offered to say a prayer. As we drove to the hospital he began to feel better. His breathing became normal. Dave followed us to the hospital. As we sat in the parking lot, Robert decided he was okay and didn't want to give the hospital another dime for now. As I drove past the windows of the E.R.waiting room, I was relieved that he felt better. The waiting room was packed! We arrive home and Greg and Mike arrive shortly after to visit. We all hung out including Robert's Mom til about midnight. Robert's Mom stayed overnight so she could hang with him today. Working Saturdays are not my favorite! One day, I hope it will change.
Today, Robert had a good day. Praise God! But, around 4pm he felt a little uneasy for a short time. The evening has been pleasant. We've been hanging out watching t.v. I went on Netflix to find movies and 3 of them we started and only watched for 15 min or so because they were boring! So, now we're back to cable. I hope tomorrow is a warmer day so maybe I can get Robert out of the house. Even for a short walk or something.

"For I will restore health to you and heal you of your wounds," says the Lord. (Jeremiah 30:17)


God the Master Physician
Exodus 15:26
He said, "If you will listen carefully to the voice of the Lord your God, and do what is right in his sight, and give heed to his commandments and keep all his statutes, I will not bring upon you any of the diseases that I brought upon the Egyptians; for I am the Lord who heals you."

Olivia- The turkey meatloaf was yummy! Thank you so much! That was so sweet of you. I will have to get the reciepe for the meal.

2 Weeks and We're Finally onto Something...

This is the latest:
Mom came to hang with Robert today. Sometime before lunch he started to have an "episode". He called Dr. Athari and they told him to come in right away. Mom took him to the doctor. He said they saw him right away-so hardly any wait time. No wait time at doctors are hard to come by these days. After discussing what was going on, the doc reveals the MRI and brainwave test. The brainwave test came back good. The MRI test revealed a lesion in his brain. When he first told me that-I freaked! What do you mean a lesion!?!?!?!?! What does this mean?!?!?! The lesion means damaged brain tissue. And the doc thinks he may have had a stroke. A STROKE?!?! This doesn't seem like this should be happening to my 27 yr old hubby. On the other hand, it is a relief to finally know what has been going on. So since he may have had a stroke, that is causing his seizures. Who knew this could happen to a "healthy" guy. Every time we went to the E.R. and all the doc visits in the past 2weeks no one said that something could be wrong. It angers me a bit that he has had to go on like this for 2 weeks, maybe even longer. Robert thinks he may know when he had the stroke, and it could have been when he was driving home one night from a friends house. That's a bit scary! What if it was more serious and he didn't make it home safe?!? I am so glad I got him in to see Dr. Athari (Neurologist). If I hadn't, we would still be clueless and Robert would probably be feeling worse. Thank God it's not a tumor too! Robert is going to continue to take the meds and we are schedule to see Dr. Athari Monday afternoon. We will probably be doing another test to determine how the blood vessels are working with the brain. I think that means a dye test.
Robert's Mom is staying overnight tonight so she will already be here to hang with him tomorrow while I am at work. Sure wish I could stay home. So, that's the latest. Thank you everyone for your prayers.
Jeremiah 33:6 "Behold, I will bring you health and cure, and I will cure you, and will reveal unto you the abundance of peace and truth."
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Jinxed.

I think I jinxed Robert. Around 2 yesterday he had an episode. He called Dr. Athari and he perscribed him with another pill with less of a dosage. I don't remember the name. This episode lasted for a few hours. Our friends Dave and Olivia came to visit last night. It was good to see them and have new conversation. I'm sure Robert is tired of seeing me 24-7. Haha. We need answers soon! My poor hubby can't live like this forever. I don't know if I can wait til Feb.11 for the follow-up. He is on a screwed up schedule. He didn't get to bed til 5am! He's restless. Thank you all for your prayers. We gotta stay positive! Robert will overcome this! Thanks Mom for hanging out with him while I'm at work.

It's a good day

I am back to work today and my Mom is at the house hanging out with Robert. I had to post a blog because I just got off the phone with him and he is feeling good! I am so excited. Mom left to pick up lunch and he ate it all! Of course he did, he was starving. We are guessing that Robert was actually having seizures. Its so weird! Thank you everyone for praying. I will try to remember to post again tonight.
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3rd Time A Charm?

Well, at around 3pm Robert decided he wanted to go back to the E.R. so he could get admitted. Yes, this would make it 3 times in a week and a half. But, he seriously has something wrong. Our wait time to get a room at the E.R. was not long so that was good. The wait time to see a doc was about an hour. By that time, Robert had started to feel better. When the doc said he could be admitted if he wanted to, Robert decided to chicken out. Plus the doc didn't really help with the decision when he laughed at Robert for wanting to be admitted. It wasn't a full-blown laugh but enough to notice. I really think Robert should have been admitted. These episodes come and go. He hasn't had any nutrition so he should probably be hooked up on an IV. I just don't know what to do. I am hoping the MRI and Brainwave test will show something so we can get to the bottom of this. I have to go back to work tomorrow so Mom will be coming over to hang with Robert. He is going to call Dr. Athari to see what we can do before his follow-up on Feb.11. Please keep Robert in your prayers.

Hopeful

This morning I popped out of bed and decided to make some phone calls to see if any neurologists were available to see Robert today. I say neurologist because something was truly wrong. He had another "moment" last night and I just know someone can help us. When he has his "moments" his vision goes blurry and he doesn't act himself. So, Dr. Athari's office asked if we could get there ASAP and I quickly said sure, we are on our way. Poor Robert was still in bed and I am sure I scared him when I woke him to hurry up so we can get to the doctor. We arrive to a packed waiting room. By the way, its a good thing his insurance doesn't require a referral. Who knows when we would see Dr. Athari or any neurologist with the primary doctor he "use" to have. So, 10:30am we're in the crowded waiting room with strangers-some real strange ones who are loud and make your waiting time annoying and restless. Finally! 12:30pm and we're in a room to see Dr. Athari. Robert and I tell Dr. A. what's going on and find out that a test he took at the E.R. last Tuesday showed a lesion on his lung. GREAT! Thanks E.R. for telling us that. Dr. A. didn't think it was a huge deal, but wants Robert to see a lung specialist soon to get checked out. I was a bit annoyed that we were just finding out when other docs we've seen since last Tuesday hadn't mentioned it. Anyway, for the real reason we are there to see Dr. A. Dr. Athari thinks that Robert maybe having silent migranes (which we learned you can have migranes without having headaches), some type of seizure, or panic attacks. Very interesting. So, the doctor leads us to a room in his office for Robert to do a brain wave test. As he takes us to this room he tells his assistant to fix us a plate of food with a drink and let us enjoy some food first before the test. I was shocked. How nice of him! Don't forget that Robert hasn't eaten real food since last Tuesday at lunch. When the lady brought the food, he scarfed it down and enjoyed it. I couldn't believe he liked it since it was some type of lasagna/manicotti meal. Robert doesn't like many noodle meals. Best part of that was, he kept it in. No throwing up today. YAY!!! So, he did the brain wave test then we were off to take an MRI. The MRI took about an hour. Robert has a follow-up appointment for Dr. Athari Feb. 11. Dr. Athari perscribed him with Depakote. This will hopefully balance the chemicals in his brain. It's only to be taken at night so let's see how tonight goes. I mentioned earlier about Robert's "use-to-be" primary doctor. Yeah, I think Robert is finally going to change his primary doctor. This guy didn't listen to Robert's real problem and that's why we're 2 weeks into this. I met him yesterday and I think he's a fruitcake. Made me feel weird! But, Robert had been going there since he was little and thought he could trust him. Robert got fed-up. Tomorrow is going to be another busy day. I will be monitoring Robert with the new medicine, canceling doc appointments and making a couple of new ones, and hopefully do a little cleaning.

I captured a photo of my poor hubby wired up for the brain wave test.

Can't wait for next Tuesday! I think we may have a "Lost Party". Which will only be Robert, Me, and Robert's Mom. LOL. We're the only ones that watch it. Well, I joined in late, but better late than never.

Well, that's all for tonight.

We just want answers and a cure...

These past two weeks have been crazy. I've been all over town with doctors and the E.R. (twice) with Robert. He hasn't had a full meal since last Tuesday at lunch (Subway). I bought him some Ensures to hopefully provide him with some nutrients. My hubby just isn't the same. I am so confused on what is wrong with him. I am having to stay home from work to take care of him. If he is left alone, he will have "panic attacks". Thats what we are calling them for now. Two weeks ago his primary doctor perscribed him with Levaquin because he thought Robert had an infection. He took 2 pills and hasn't been the same since. He researched the medicine and on Levaquin's website they claim that the medicine will cause nerve damage. Could this be happening to him? My husband isn't one to be ill. It's usually me. All the tests that all the doctors have run have come back good. Like, his blood tests, EKG, CT Scan, Ultrasound, and whatever else. He should be a healthy guy-they say. Something just isn't right. It's very aggrevating! Especially, when you know something is wrong and the doctors treat you for a bladder infection or tell you you're a puzzle.
I made an appointment for Robert to see a nuerologist for Thursday. Hopefully this doctor will help Robert.
On a happier note, we found out that we will be an Uncle and Aunt again. Robert's sister is prego. Projected due date is September.
To be continued...

Alot has happened in 6 months!!

I can't believe it's been 6 months since I blogged! Oops. The Coopers have been very busy. I will try to recap the last 6 months.

August- Mom and Dad moved from Gautier, MS back to Texas and the newlyweds were living with my Mom and Dad. It really wasn't so bad. We went halves on the bills and dinner was ready most nights when Dad, Robert, and I returned home from work; courtesy of Mom. She's the best. Robert and I thought we had more time to shop for a house but we soon learned that we needed our own place. The government was helping 1st time homebuyers with a $8,000 tax credit so that was very appealing. The house shopping began...

September- Ryan came home from Mississippi State University with a buddy, Ben for Fall Break. It was good to hang with him since I hadn't seen him since I got married. I think that was the last time.

October-We found a house!!! The process was nerve-wrecking! We moved in the 17th. Ryan decided he wanted to moved back home from MSU. He wasn't happy and wanted to come home. He will finish college at the Unversity of Houston.

The Coopers Place!

November-I celebrated my 28th Birthday! Ugh. The numbers are getting higher, but I don't feel like I am almost 30. We are enjoying our new home. I went a month without a washer/dryer and that was horrible. A co-worker offered to sell their set to use for a good deal. It seems to be working great. I was never so excited to do laundry the weekend we got the set. Haha. Thanksgiving was spent at my parents for lunch and Robert's Moms for dinner.

December 09-Mom, Beth Giggey, saw The Nutcracker. It was Mom's and mine first time to see it. I Loved it! I hope to see it again. We noted that we will dress up more formal next time. We had such a great time. Christmas was good. We spent Christmas morning with my parents and Christmas night with Robert's parents. Honestly, we were both not in the Christmas spirit this year. We are having to budget things with the new house and we felt like we were jipping people with our gifts. I told Robert that I am starting early shopping next year so that doesn't happen again. But, it was a joy to see Robert's nephews excited to open their gifts. And, I know Christmas isn't about presents-Jesus is the Reason for the Season. I hope that Christmas 2010 will be better. We had snow the first week of December! First time in years since this has happened in Southeast Texas.

January 2010- Happy New Year!! We spent our New Year at Robert's Moms. Playing with the nephews is always so much fun. I have to work on New Years Day so I didn't want to be too far from home. I wish I had holidays off other than Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. Robert has been really sick since the 2nd week of Jan. We've been to the E.R. and back and forth to doctors. We will be back at the doctor tomorrow (Jan. 25) to see if we can get answers. Luckily, his job is paying his days off since he's out of sick days. I am praying for him all the time to heal. I will try to blog for updates. I totally forgot about blogging.

Well, today is Sunday. Football games will be on. Its almost time for the Superbowl. It's between, Jets vs. Colts and Vikings vs. Saints. I would like to see the Saints win. Not sure why. Just do. I have got to grocery shop! We are down to nothing almost. And, I hope to get some cleaning done. I guess I have a busy day planned.

I know I have missed a lot that went on in the past months...I don't feel like writing a book. :-)

Here are a few other photos from the past 6 months...