Thursday, 12 June 2014

15weeks: The week where we almost lost our dad

This week we saw God's amazing grace at its peak.  There were so many happenings that I don't know where to start.  And this is gonna be a wordy yet drama-filled post.  But all I can say is that God's plan is magnificent and you really just have to trust in him, even if it means to blindly believing that all will work out.

#1 - Developments on my dilemma
My dilemma was about my parents moving out of my house.  It started as a temporary stay and an intended 2-year stay became 4 years since we didn't have a clear intent from my in-laws if they would like to come over.

We did make clear that they should shift back this year.  But my first trimester was very unstable and I had hoped that my parents could stay 1 more year to take care of me until the end of my maternity leave.  But my hubby decided that we should follow the original plan.  I finally accepted the reality with much reluctance and tears. 

#2 -  Extending no pay leave until delivery
With my unstable pregnancy and bleeding, there was a possibility that I might have to bed rest until delivery.  Even if I could go back to work, it was subject to available positions.  Chances were slim as it would be difficult to find a 5-month vacancy since I would be on maternity leave from Nov.

I had no choice but to raise the option of my parents staying for another year.  The income from renting out their house would supplement my loss of income if I extend my no-pay leave.  I would also be more comfortable in their care.  My hubby agreed to suss out his family's intent.  Unfortunately, it remained vague but my hubby suggested that my parents could stay 6 months until my delivery.

#3 - Dilemma resolved and I am definitely a happy mommie!
Late into the night one day, my dad had a heart attack, possibly triggered by the worries and tensions within the family.  Not wanting to affect beanie, my parents sneaked out of the house and took a cab to the hospital on their own.  95% of his artery was blocked and his pulse was only 20beats/min when he arrived at A&E.  He was immediately whisked into operation.  Only when I woke up the next morning did I learnt about what had happened.

Fortunately, my dad recovered quickly and was out of ICU within 2 days. With this heart attack episode, it was impossible for them to shift back in the upcoming months.  With the timely offer that they could stay until Dec, it was just a wonderful and amazing development.

#4 - Fabulous update at doctor's visit
 I also visited my gynae to find out if I was able to return to work.  While the doc was unable to confirm the cause of my bleed,  he assured that it was unlikely to happen outside the first trimester.  The placenta was in a good position and the pregnancy looked stable.  The doc also took me off my duphaston support as it was no longer needed.  I have my go-ahead to return to work and I am officially off my bed rest regime!

#5 - Wonderful opportunity at work
I informed my boss of the great update from my gynae.  While my boss was worried about my health, coincidentally she did have a project on hand that I could manage.  The project needs to be completed by year end and it further builds on what I had been working on previously.  I agreed to the offer immediately and would be returning to work very shortly.

One month ago, I would never have imagined this outcome.  I was only trying my best to pray for strengthening faith in God because he would know what was best for me.  And he had indeed given me a wonderful turn of events, including a scary heart attack episode.  But he had kept all of us safe and sound, bringing us closer than ever.  Praise and glory to him and may his blessings continue to be abundant upon us.

3 comments:

  1. Hi, am happy for you that your beanie is doing well and everything goes smoothly.

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  2. good that everything has turned out well for u! Hope your dad recovers soon.. My dad had a heart bypass with major artery blocked too.

    With a good healthy diet, your dad will gain his form in no time!

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  3. Thanks both! I am so glad that my dad is making good recovery. The good healthy diet part is definitely not easy. Plus he smokes, though he is trying his best to kick the habit.

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