My UFO (unbelievably fabulous observations)

[hoosiermama]

OK, so here's what happened. I decided that a brief visit was "the right thing to do." And since I've done a ton of hospital visits in my career, I trust myself to know when to leave (not always an obvious thing, as I learned the hard way).

I went to visit after work today. SIL wasn't there, but her sister was, and their dad; their mom was awake, seemed relatively comfortable but obviously not doing well. Mom recognized me before anyone else did, and I held her hand for a few moments, promised prayers from Clare and I, greeted her husband, and walked out with the sister who was headed to the restroom. My SIL had done the night shift, was at her daughter's here in town resting. I stayed about 8 minutes, tops; talked briefly with the sister about our daughters, and left. It was okay. Didnt make anyone uncomfortable, did the right thing, and got out. ICU isn't the place for a prolonged visit under almost any circumstances.

I didn't feel too terribly nauseated as I was headed up to the room; must be making some progress.