Going Back to Baguio
Next week I will be traveling back to Baguio to see Tay, who is very sick. It is very difficult for me to comprehend his condition because we’ve always known Tay as the strong one, the one who takes care of everything, especially Nay. When I heard the news, I initially thought he would be okay in a week because his strength will pull him through. Then later, Ma told us he has Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS). After looking up what GBS is I started to worry. It all started with some back pain which has now progressed to an almost paralyzed state. At Nay’s fragile state, still trying to fully recover from her illness and Tay’s situation adds a tremendous amount of stress on her. Tita Pya is there right now which makes things a little better; she is able to give Nay some comfort and keep us posted on Tay’s health.
The odd thing about this trip of mine is that for the past two to three months I’ve been telling Steve I want to go home and just stay there for a while to be with Nay and Tay. Little did I know that my feeling of nostalgia would bring upon this abrupt trip home. I definitely need to muster up a lot of strength and self composure; it is hard for me to see Nay and Tay in pain and suffering, I just want them to be healthy, happy, and live very long lives.
potpiez said,
August 24, 2008 @ 9:32 am
I am sorry to hear about Tay, stay strong and I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery. Even though I am in CA, I am here if you need anything!
scanthall said,
August 24, 2008 @ 9:29 pm
I’m so sorry Em. Be strong, I know what you are going through. The visit will do you and your family good … it may very well push Tay’s recoevery! We never want to see the ones we look to for strengh and wisdom in harms way … now you need to be the strong one, you can do it. I’m here if you need me.
PJJONES said,
August 25, 2008 @ 12:40 pm
EM
I’m very sorry. I have a friend here who is recovering from GBS it is a very debiltatng disease ,recovery takes time & patience. I will pray for you & your family every day. I’m sure seeing you will make Tay feel better, family love is always good medicine.
Kelly Adams said,
August 26, 2008 @ 7:59 am
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!!