Finally Feeling Better

There is good news … keep reading. 

Kristi continued to feel horrible Tuesday and Wednesday. She had a video appointment with Dr. Ganjoo late Wednesday afternoon — considering her continued poor condition Ganjoo wanted her to get to Stanford Hospital ER ASAP. 

We left about 5:30pm and arrived at Stanford ER at about 9:30pm. They got her in a room so quickly. Over night they ran bloodwork, did an MRI of her head, and administered a cocktail of fluids, electrolytes, and medications. 

By 8am today she was a different person. She’s even hungry and eating! The headache has all but fully subsided. The MRI — at least from what we can see in the report — shows only things we already know. 

She has been admitted to the hospital — we think for observation, but we haven’t really talked to a doctor for a full explanation yet. Once she’s settled in a real room we should know more — she is still in an ER room. 

We’ve said this before — while no one ever wants to be in the hospital, the care at Stanford is incredible!

We shall update when we have pertinent information to share. As for now, I am quite enjoying seeing a smile on her face. It’s been a while. 




Comments

  1. AnonymousApril 3, 2025 at 12:24 PM

    Praise God that is great news. Thank you for sharing

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  2. AnonymousApril 3, 2025 at 12:25 PM

    So happy for good news and smiles! I hope their hospital food is as top notch as their care. ❤️

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  3. Merrick BartlettApril 3, 2025 at 12:26 PM

    That is such beautiful news and a beautiful smile! Eating is great news too! Love to you all

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  4. AnonymousApril 3, 2025 at 12:27 PM

    Amen 🙏🏾

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  5. AnonymousApril 3, 2025 at 12:27 PM

    Whew!! So glad Kristi is better🌷🌷Praying now for answers. Love seeing that gorgeous smile and thanks for the update 😊

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  6. Janet ZApril 3, 2025 at 12:29 PM

    That must have been a very stressful drive and seemed like a lifetime! So scary but so glad it is looking up!

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  7. AnonymousApril 3, 2025 at 12:32 PM

    Thank the Lord!

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  8. AnonymousApril 3, 2025 at 12:34 PM

    So glad you are feeling a little better. You look great!! Always smiling. ♥️

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  9. AnonymousApril 3, 2025 at 12:35 PM

    Thanks Be To God!🙏

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  10. AnonymousApril 3, 2025 at 12:49 PM

    Praise God!!

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  11. Steve BellApril 3, 2025 at 12:54 PM

    So glad to hear the news!! Prayers continue for you both

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  12. FarahApril 3, 2025 at 12:58 PM

    Yay! I'm so glad to hear this news. Prayers that this is a harbinger of better times to come!

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  13. AnonymousApril 3, 2025 at 1:19 PM

    May God give strength and comfort to my favorite librarian. Continued prayers.

    Shane P.

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  14. AnonymousApril 3, 2025 at 2:10 PM

    Low sodium can make you feel pretty terrible and it can cause seizures if it gets too low, so make sure they come up with a plan to keep the sodium levels up either in or close to the normal range. I’m glad things are looking better this morning! Karen & Wade

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  15. Lisa McApril 3, 2025 at 3:02 PM

    Sending positive vibes, hoping for a short stay at Stanford. Loved seeing the smile!

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  16. AnonymousApril 3, 2025 at 4:20 PM

    Love that smile Kristi and I love you and yours. Always in my prayers, praise God you are feeling better! ♥️Aunt Mary

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  17. AnonymousApril 3, 2025 at 4:42 PM

    That is so AWESOME!!! I am so happy she is feeling better.
    J.V.
    AKA Steve

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  18. AnonymousApril 3, 2025 at 6:31 PM

    Thank you all for the kind words, well-wishes and prayers. It gives me such a humble feeling to how many people read Jim’s posts, and so many even leave these comments. Please know that I truly appreciate the strength it gives me to know that so many people care. 💗 Kristi

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