Holding Note

When I was in practice, after seeing a patient in the hospital I would occasionally write a so-called holding note in the patient's chart. This was a synopsis that indicated I'd return later to complete the evaluation and write a proper admission note.

It was common practice to write a holding note if other patients' urgent needs pulled me away.

This post serves as a holding note for my blog.  As the long-term subscribers know, usually I publish 3-5 posts per week.  

After great preparations, I brought my 86-y-o mother to live by me in Dallas. Since her arrival I've had little time or Internet access. Once things settle down I'll finish the ongoing series about the FDA's recent revocation of approval for Avastin.

As a Healthy Survivor, I know -- and try to respect -- my limits. I can't wait to get back to exploring ideas with you on this blog on Healthy Survivorship. Thanks for your patience.  With hope, Wendy

Comments

[Carol Ann Rice Rafferty]

God Bless you Dr. Wendy ;~)

Take care of yourself,take care of your mom !!!

I was a caretaker for my parents also. Cherish this time you spend with your mom.

Thank you for letting us know what changed.

Carol

[Barbara Christenson]

It's great that you're taking care of yourself in this difficult situation. Thanks for setting such a good example. -- Barbara

[Jeanne M. Hannah]

Wendy, please know that all of your readers (I am presumptuous, I suppose, but not wrong, I think)understand and that our hearts and prayers are with you.

Jeanne

[Deb Konrad]

Wendy you are such an inspiration to us all...enjoy the time with your mom!

[Lisa]

You have such a great attitude and this blog post reminds us that it's okay to say no or "no, not now." With the holidays approaching, post-treatment survivors with demands placed upon them can play "the cancer card" when not feeling up to the task at hand. Even non-survivors order pre-made holiday meals and go to restaurants! Wendy, I hope you can take time for yourself amidst the chaos of the holiday season while being a caregiver. Thanks for letting your virtual friends know what's going on. Be well.