Send Good Wishes to Barb Weimert

This is an update for those of you who may not yet have read on the Moab thread that Barb Weimert has experienced some significant health issues lately.

Frank and Barb joined us in Monument Valley on 4/24/08.  Barb did not go on our Valley of the Gods day trip with Frank, and their friends Lois and Dick,  as she was not feeling well.  When we returned from our day trip Barb was feeling worse .  On 4/25 Frank  decided to take Barb to the Doctor in Blanding.  Doctors at Blandings made the call to send Barb to a larger hospital so she was transported by ambulance to Monticello, Utah.  While Terry and I were on route to Moab an ambulance passed us with red lights, I wondered (correctly) if this might not  hold Barb.  Doctors there determined that Barb's symptoms warranted the  skills of  Cardiac and Pulmunary specialists. she was airlifted from Monticello on the night of 4/25 at 10pm and arrived at Intermountain Medical Center in SLC at 12:15am 4/26, which probably saved her life.
  She was admitted to intensive care and it was determined that she had blood clots in lungs and heart difficulty.  Frank drove his motorhome to VIP KOA in Salt Lake .  News today  4/29 from Frank indicates that Barb is now eating food,  and took a short walk.  An angiogram yesterday  indicated no heart blockage.  Barb's sleep apnea is something that now will require a CPAP machine. Doctors think she may be discharged from intensive care by Thursday.  Frank says Barb is now willing to follow suggestions from physicians. 

I hope you join me in wishing the very best for  Barb and  support for Frank as they deal with her health issue crisis. 

Betty

We have already emailed Barb.

Guess I should have welcomed her to the "It's time to get healthy club", huh? : :

Thanks for the update Betty.

Give our best to Barb and wish her a speedy recovery.

Barb (and Frank too),

Those of us in Moab have been hounding anyone and everyone for updates on how you're doing.  We've all been very concerned so the no blockages news is indeed good to hear.  Also that you're soon getting out of the ICU.  Please do what the doctors say and take care of yourself.  I know how lousy it is to have a medical problem when you're far from home, but it sounds like they're taking good care of you.  Wish we could be there to provide moral support, but we're all out here thinking about you and hoping for a very quick and successful recovery.

Hugs,
Ardra and Jerry

Barb:

Fred and I are wishing you a very speedy recovery.  Sounds like, even in a remote area like Monument Valley, you can get health attention as readily as any big city.  Many people need to know this.  Sounds like everyone did their job to the best of their abilities and that you are now on the uphill side of recovery.  Looking forward to catching up with you both later this year!

Daisy and Fred

Hi kids. We miss you here in Moab. Behave and do what the doctors tell you to do and we'll see you both at the next rally.

Wendy and Mike
p.s. The Thing should be done by Quartzsite and we'll take you for a ride.

We have yet to meet, but have so many very good friends in common that I feel I already know you.  Tom and I send our best wishes for your full recovery.  I, too, had serious medical problems while very far away from home (Northern California).  It's a little scary, but I received excellent medical care (thanks in no small part to Dr. Russell Mahoney of this forum) and I'm sure you will, too. 

Margi

Thanks for the update Betty. And best wishes to Barb for a speedy recovery!

Barb and Frank,

As ou know we are all pulling for you and hope Barb gets well soon. 

Dear Barb and Frank,

You are in the prayers of many people. My first RV Forum Rally in Estes park was in a coach with a 12v outlet for my CPAP machine in '95 --they do make them that will work with both 120/12v. The latest Breeze mask isn't hardly a mask at all, and many here can give y'all tips.

When you get out of icu, have your LT [if you have one] brought in and let us know how you're doing. I'll let the fole at the Virtual Campfire know whats happening too!

Get well and on the way feel better.

Hello All,

I got a message today from Frank.  Good news that Barb is now out of ICU.  She is still tired and testing for  CPAP machine has occurred.  Frank did let me know the correct spelling of their last name so I have made that edit . I also corrected the dates of transport and name of hospital facility to be more accurate.

Frank and Barb  have  appreciated all the supportive thoughts and prayers.  She is still in hospital so she still needs our good wishes.  I think it is so neat to see the kind of caring community we have developed over time.

Betty

Encouraging news Betty.

We're so pleased for you Barb and for Frank too.

Betty:

      Please tell Barb and Frank, we are thinking of them and hope all clears up quickly and they are back to their traveling mode.

Thanks to All for their good wishes and prayers.  You have no idea how much they help.  It's really wonderful to have Framily.

My oxygen machine, cpap machine and I are home.  Feels good.  The there was no heart damage.  Coumanin is gonna be my best friend for the next year.  And my cpap machine for the rest of my life, which will be long. (positive thinking)  I'm on a regular diet, and will start the process of building my strength back  with short walks in the MH. Than outside, and further and further each day.

We will be at VIP campgound in Salt Lake City for another week, for one more blood draw, and get all the meds right.  Than heading to Wash/Org area. 

I'd like to thank al those at the Moab rally for taking our very good friends Dick & Lois under you wings.  I understand they had a very good time.  And now have memories they will cherish the rest of their lives. 

A very big thank you to all.

Barb

Great News Barb !! Sounds your travels are going to continue after that small bump in the road. Just behave and do whatever the doctors and Frank tell you to do !! We're looking forward to seeing you at the next rally, wherever that might be!

Cyber Hugs to you and Frank
Wendy and Mike
Moab Utah

Wonderful news Barb. Good to see you well enough to be online.

Barb:

We're at Timber Valley (Escapee) park in Sutherlin, Oregon, Exit 136 off of I-5.  We're right across the street from Wally and Helaine Hepworth.  If you're feeling well when you come through on your way to Oregon/Washington, we would love to meet you.

Margi

Oh, Barb, that is such good news!  We are so pleased to hear you're out of the hospital.  That alone will make you feel a whole lot better!  Whatever you have to do, we'll all be here cheering you on.

More cyber hugs,
ArdraF and JerryF

Barb,

You have made our day.  We are so glad to hear you have been released, are doing well and to see you on line again. Keep up the good work and do as the Doctors and Frank says.

I told Frank about the Coachman and I bet if you contact Phil he would like meeting you guys there for dinner some time if your up to it.

Please keep us posted on your travels.