Not again...

After a tough weekend (Steve being out of town, dealing with a few family things, "visiting" mom), the tough times just don't end...

My dad called this afternoon. He had an appointment with a nephrologist today to follow up on blood work that his doctor did and didn't like the results of. He found out that his kidney function is very low (about 25 - 30 %). They have no idea why and are running a bunch of follow up tests to help determine the cause and course of action.

Kidney failure is something my family has dealt with and seen first hand. It is not a pleasant diagnosis and watching someone you care for go through it is absolutely horrible. I can only hope and pray that the cause is something minor and not serious.

Of all things to be wrong with him, kidney problems is not something we are ready to deal with again. Its been just over 2 years since Mom lost her fight...and now it looks like we may be fighting something potentially serious with Dad. Not that their general health is in any way related, its hard to not think about what she went through. The memories and wounds are just too fresh...

If someone is looking out for this family, please put in a good word for us and for him...