[Kiwi]

Well, I'm back home and went to work today.

My father was transfered from Dunedin to a specialist brain injury unit in Auckland (about 2.5 hours from where I live) on Wednesday, where he will be for the next 2 weeks to 6 months.

I thought losing our baby last year was the most emotionally painful experience I've ever been though, but I would rather go through that a million times, then go through these last few days again.

When we arrived in Dunedin, Dad was only semi-conscious but did seem to know who we where. He was saying the most bizarre things, in between clutching his head and moaning. It was horrific. It was 10 days before he was able to be transfered back up north to the closest city to were him and Mum live.

Now it's just a matter of time... one side of his body has been affected, although not badly. He seems to be able to talk okay, although walks and eats really fast (apparently this is normal for a head injury?!). I think fatigue and memory are going to be the main issues for him.

My Dad was such a strong and independent person. Having him locked in a secure unit like this is horrible

[A*LOT*OF*HOPE]

Im glad your dad was able to be transferred closer to you!! I can only imagine how hard this whole experience has had to be on and your family. He will continue to be in my thoughts, as will you and your entire family!!

Thanks for the update, I have been really thinking about you lately!!!

[Mod-LadyCoconut]

I was laying in bed last night thinking of PMing you Tasha to see how your dad was doing. I'm sorry to hear you guys are having a hard time, I'm sure this must be so rough. I'm glad they were able to move him closer to home though. I hope things continue to look up and will keep praying. Thanks for updating.

[alicenwonderland]

*Hugs* I am so sorry you are going through this. As someone who has a family member with a brain injury, I understand. The beginning is the hardest part. Figuring out what damage is permanent, and what changes you will learn to deal with. I hope he gets through this transition and is able to maintain some kind of normal life. Many people are able to regain a lot of function. Please keep us posted.

[Mars]

(((HUGS)))

I can't imagine what your family must be going through. I really hope you dad recovers fully from this.

[sara~b]

T&P's!!!!! I really hope it's only for 2 or 3 weeks!

[~*sierra*~]

i'm so glad your dad is closer to you now, maybe a more familiar area will help with his recovery too. the human body is an amazing thing, and i have faith that your dad will be able to live a happy life once he recovers.
*hugs* sending tons of t&p's to your dad & whole family.

[*krista*]

Welcome home Tasha. I'm really glad to hear that it sounds like your dad is doing better. I just hate that this is a waiting game. Daddies are super heroes, so I can imagine how difficult it must be to see him in a vulnerable state like that. I really hope he makes a full recovery.

[bittersweet]

I don't know the back ground of what happened, but it sounds like a painful thing for everyone involved. I hope your dad gets the care he needs and has the best possible recovery. He is lucky to have such a loving and supportive daughter.

[midnight_starr]

Glad to hear from you.. I hope your dad has a speedy recovery!! I will continue to keep him in my thoughts!

[Chelnae6]

Oh wow! (((HUGS)))) That must be stressful. You and your family are in my T&Ps.

[♥Ashley♥]

HUGE HUGS Tasha!

I cant believe you have to go through this heartache now, I am so so sorry. I hope your dad recovers the best he can, and even better than expected...I cant even imagine sweetie

[..Penelope..]

Welcome home, Tasha. It's so good to hear from you! I'm sorry for everything that you're going through

Keeping you and your family in my T&P. Huge

[Kiwi]

Thank you ladies. It feels like it's one terrible thing after another with my family at the moment. We have our appointment with the Geneticist next Friday but I feel like that is nothing compared to everything else that is going on...

My parents are self-employed, so with my Dad out of action for at least 6 months, it means my Mother can't work either (they work together but Dad drives the trucks/diggers etc). I have been given access to all their bank accounts (thank god the banks are being so awesome about helping us) as my Mum has no idea how to do anything relating to the banking at all... Dad always did everything. I have no idea how I'm going to find the money they need... but I am not going to let them lose their home.

TTC is on hold. I don't think I could handle pregnancy at the moment. I'm on CD12 and this was going to be the first month we could have started trying again. It makes me sad to think we have to wait longer, but my Dad is more important right now.

Heading back to Auckland to see Dad now. Will post again when I'm back tomorrow night.

[*vi]

oh Tasha I'm so glad you updated, I've been wondering about you. I'm so sorry you have to go through this and I hope your dad recovers very soon!

[freesiangel]

((((huggles)))) I'm glad your dad was moved closer to you. I hope he recovers quickly!

[IamMom]

Oh Tasha...my prayers are with you and your family hun. We are here for you to vent you know that! Praying for your daddy.....

[*krista*]

They are so lucky to have a daughter like you.

[Kiwi]

I'm back again. Just spent the weekend with my parents. Dad seems really angry at the moment. Apparently this is normal for someone with a brain injury but it's horrible to watch. My Dad is such a placid person normally. We've been told it's just one of the many stages he has to go through...

[~*sierra*~]

i'm so sorry tash
that's got to be so tough. i am glad your dad is at that new hospital though, and they are able to tell u what is normal in this type of situation.
i wish there was more i could do to help.
i'm here for you anytime.

sending u some chile puppy cuddles....they always make me feel better