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Hi, fantastic news. Different consultant came today, they've arranged Ralph's care to be taken over by cardiac department, so he can stay in chesterfield all the time. Moving tomorrow probably, to a side ward in the ward opposite nurses station. They're kept for tracheotomy patients mostly and they give them a bell instead of a buzzer so they know to go to them right away. Ent will be available Mon to Fri for the treatment they give him. Today he also had the device put up his nose and down to his throat and had his first 10 minutes treatment. Don't think it was pleasant, but he got through it, and they're hoping he can tolerate higher numbers each time, we'll see.

I told the consultant I love him for making this happen. The ward sister from the new ward came up and met us both to explain what will be happening, so that was lovely

I got home at 5.15 so been a long day

Obviously a woman in her 70's sobbing and virtually having a nervous breakdown in front of them, spurred them on to find a solution that pleases us all.

Early night for me, emotion is tiring

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Cat04

Great news. Rest & sleep well tonight, you certainly need it x

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Fastbike

❤️ to you both.

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Catwifie

Great! Take care of yourself!

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Fairenuff

yah! Great news 🥳

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Traveldreams

A fantastic outcome today. Just takes one person to make a difference. I hope you’re having a rest tonight! Xx

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weepip

Great news :)

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AmandaLouise77

Such good news , I told you that the tears may help!

in reply toAmandaLouise77

🤣🤣 they're all so sad he's leaving HDU he's their favourite patient as he is so laid back and never complains x

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Handel in reply to

Hopefully you're a bit more settled now you know what's going on. Sounds. like a very on the ball hospital. Wishing you both (and your sons) love and hugs. Jan xxxxx

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Seal59

So pleased for you both. Nothing wrong in crying - it is emotional and tiring.

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RP1944

great news, will be so much better for you both Ralph staying at chesterfield.

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WoodlandLover

Dear Sue, how wonderful. Your tears have led to a brilliant outcome. Well done you!! Ralph will feel much more settled and I'm sure the next leg will progress well for him. He IS being VERY brave and I do really hope this treatment is tolerable and starts to make a positive difference to him. Watch this space and please take some time to rest, yourself, won't you? Emotional distress is harder work than running a marathon, I've heard. Big hugs 🫂 🤗 XX

This is such good news. So happy that you don’t have that stress to deal with anymore ❤️

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Purpled

❤️

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andrea_waffle7

Lovely to read your news. I bet you are exhausted by it all. But great that he is staying closer to home. The sun is starting to shine for you. 💪🏻🥰

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Plum53

Wonderful news so pleased for you both.

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Plastow48

Great - such good news. Hope you had a good night's sleep and that the sun is shining in Chesterfield. Hugs and prayers.Jenny

xxxxx 🙏🙏💐💐

in reply toPlastow48

Sun is shining, really thick frost so looks quite Christmassy, lol. Yes, please keep the prayers coming x

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WoodlandLover in reply to

We will. Mine too 🫂 🙏

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LSCE

Fabulous news. Take care

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Carercmb

fantastic news. Now concentrate on you for a few hours.Keep your strength up it’s important.

If you have children keep them updated as my mum in her stress forgot to do this and it had a huge effect on my brother’s.

in reply toCarercmb

I have 2 sons, 47 and 44. Not Ralph's biological children but they love him, especially the older one. I message them daily x

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Carercmb in reply to

It’s hard keeping strong yourself and thinking of other peoples thoughts. My mum couldn’t think straight and as I have got older I understand her anxieties more.

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Dyllibobs

Ah, that's great news all round. I'm so pleased that Ralph's staying in Chesterfield. It sounds as though he's definitely in the right place now & receiving the best care. You must be absolutely exhausted! I do hope that you manage to relax at home & have support from family & friends 🧡 Thank you for keeping us updated xx

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Shiney1959

Fantastic news. You must be so tired. Take care & chill - when you get time x

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BEATbump

Wonderful news. What a relief for you both. Hope this gives Ralph a boost and you can both focus now on Ralph recovering. Hope you've had a well deserved rest. Best wishes ☺

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Knittinggirl

so pleased for you both sounding much more positive

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Murderfan58

That's brilliant news . You don't have to worry about Ralph being moved . Now you must take care of yourself. And hope you have some me time as it's very important that you do for your physical and mental health. I know only to well what concentrating on loved ones cost me healthwise but I didn't realise how much for years until my mom was the last to die on 2017. Nick my husband died in 2004 aged 47 I was 45. But with both parents and mother in law who where dependent on me even though born disabled . They needed me . Having jaundice was my wake up call my life had to change. I wouldn't recommend having that . Does terrible things to your body and has left my with sensitive skin and hearing my heart beat in my left ear.

But I would do it all over again as I am still me.

If Ralph sees you looking ill it will make him feel guilty and worrying about you will set him back. So plenty of TLC for yourself .. 🤗

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Callie456

Wonderful news! Sleep well 😘

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VelvetSky

Great News 🥰

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gorillaqueen

Such good news and good to hear they listened to you. This is a very traumatic time for you both but thankfully the clouds seem to be lifting and the sun is shining through 🌞 Ralph is so brave and is making such good progress with his recovery, he is strong and determined I pray he will be home with you very soon. Take care of yourself sending ❤️🤗🙏 to you both 😊X

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Larneybuds

I am so very pleased they have found a way for Ralph to stay in that hospital and it shows that they are obviously aware of the extra strains it would put on you both if he were moved elsewhere. This is excellent news and a positive way forward. Let's hope that now this has been sorted that they can crack on with the treatment and that what they are intending on doing will see some positive outcomes for Ralph. I can only imagine how upsetting all of this uncertainty about the move has been but am sure the news you've had now has been so much more reassuring. Xx

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BlueGreenPink

bless you, that’s great news. I hope you had a good nights sleep x

in reply toBlueGreenPink

I absolutely did. Went to bed at 8.30 and got up just before 6 x

❤️❤️❤️

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Elsabounre

Staying there would be a great relief..and definitely the best for him...great news...so from now only upwards and forward..you have both wormed so hard and now is time for complete healing..

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Aqua24

Fantastic news 🙂

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Digger0

Brilliant - I said Chesterfield were rooting for you! well done Ralph for having the treatment - onwards and upwards. xx

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BabsJ

I'm not surprised you broke down there is inly so much a person can take and as you said it spurred them on. So pleased for both of you, you both deserve this.

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Gillph

Just so you know. My fingers will never get cramp from being crossed for you both! xx

in reply toGillph

Bless you 💘

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Nannysue1

Emotion can be exhausting but also very therapeutic. So glad to read your latest post, looks like they've really taken you both under their wing nowHope you got a decent nights sleep.

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Blueflags in reply toNannysue1

You’ve both been through a traumatic time, thank goodness things are improving daily. As people say, you probably don’t realise how much it affects you both, and letting it all out by crying is a good thing, never worry about crying and letting emotions out! So very pleased to hear the latest news, 🥰🥰

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Atora

That is great news. Sending best wishes to you both.

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Regeton

I’m so glad you have a solution that works for you. It’s a shame you had to have a melt down to achieve it though. You’re right emotion is exhausting. Hopefully now you know Ralph will be well cared for you can relax a little bit. I will be thinking of you both.

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Lupaal

Sometimes it takes tears and emotion to remind them they are dealing with a much loved person and not just a number to be fobbed off at their convenience.

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Dempo

Brilliant news, what a relief for you both! Tell him from me how brave he is having that procedure every day, you must be so proud of him. 🥰

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Thanksnhs

Morning Sue I am so pleased to hear that Ralph is able to stay where he is, it will make such a difference to you both that he will be there at the weekend as well, it would have been so stressful moving every Friday/Monday. Take care and looking forward to your next update xx

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Sunnysummerdays

Great news 🙏♥️

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Cavalierrubie

👍. Love and prayers ❤️❤️🙏🙏

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Qualipop

Absolutely fabulous news. BY far the best solution. Sleep well; keep yourself well.. This must be taking a toll on you.

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pauljusa

Sorry you had to go through all the drama, but it seems like you fought the good fight and were victorious. Now take some me time and recharge. All the best - Paul

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Wk67

Yey! ! Good news. Hang on in there, you are both doing so well, xx

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Holidayescape

Great news. Take care.

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cappachina

Wonderful news Early night sleep well in the knowledge that it's sorted

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Stent2024

that’s great news

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