Rex Krueger
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Sudden Medical Drama (Don't Panic)
🕑 Added 2024-06-29 11:00:06 +0000 UTCFriends:
There has been a medical emergency in my extended family. My wife and daughter are just fine, but another family member has a newborn who just received an emergency liver transplant and experimental drugs to fight a life-threatening viral infection.
Things have been utterly crazy. I've been looking after another child (who has unrelated pneumonia), doing errands, helping family members make travel arrangements, and trying to do some amount of work. I've also been put in charge of communications and making announcements for the ongoing medical drama.
I regret to say that we did not finish this week's video. I know everyone understands, but I still wish it could have happened. This would have been our week "off" anyway, so this just puts us back on our regular schedule. We will have a video next week.
We are also continuing with the Patron Build-Along Series! Your next episode will be up on Wednesday and the next two episodes are being edited right now.
If you would like to catch up, the videos are right here:
Part 1: https://youtu.be/hilv-NCiT6I
Part 2: https://youtu.be/5TWDK0acOJw
There's also a great thread on the forum right here: https://forum.woodworkforhumans.com/t/patron-only-build-along-series/22472/1
Please consider doing this build along with us. The tools, wood, and skills are totally approachable and the end result will be attractive and useful. Everyone needs a table, right?
Take a moment and hug those closest to you. Life is more fragile than we realize.
Courage!
--Rex
Comments
Peter R Schuck
Totally agree. Something I've tried to get through to bosses in every field I've worked in. I'm a retired General Trained Nurse here in Sydney Australia. If you are sick stay home. Bring it to work and everyone gets sick.
Peter R Schuck
Take care of family first, that's the most important thing in life. Hope things go OK. Liver transplant such a l9ng operation and takes its toll on the body and the family. I'm a retired General Trained Nurse. I worked a lot in operating theatres. Last Postition I had was working in a major hospital here in Sydney with 10 operating theatre. We did a lot of burns patients, transplants went to more updated hospitals on the area. Never had a chance to see one. I did look after the first man to have a kidney transplant during my training. Backbon the mid 70s, we transplant trained on the job like apprentices. Did 3 months studying for each year and 9 months in the wards working. It's a very rewarding job but also very draining at times as well. Nurses who get injuries aren't cared for very well by management, well thats what happened to me. Back in 2000 to 2005 when I had to retire on a Disability Pension. I've missed it every day since and I'm now 70. Take care mate. Worry about videos when life settles a bit more. Everyone will more than understand. There's plenty of videos to watch again. Chin up.
Reginald P Pike
Awesome to hear Rex
Rex Krueger
That's really reassuring. Thank you!
Rex Krueger
It's true. Family first. Thanks for understanding.
Rex Krueger
Lord knows I've got a back catalog. Thanks for being patient.
Rex Krueger
A blast indeed! We are back on schedule, and the medical drama has diminished.
Rex Krueger
I appreciate that very much. Thank you!
Rex Krueger
It's funny that you say that. I have a habit of running myself down and getting SUPER sick. I've had COVID twice and each time it was a multi-week ordeal. You're totally right about taking care of yourself.
Rex Krueger
Yup, family first. Things are looking up, so life might get back to normal.
Rex Krueger
There have been a lot of deep breaths. It's good advice.
Rex Krueger
We appreciate that!
Rex Krueger
That's very kind of you!
Rex Krueger
Honestly, that was the hardest I've laughed all week!
Rex Krueger
Since I wrote this post, things have really improved. Thank you for your kind wishes!
Rex Krueger
Well, I've had some wrong priorities in the past. It's nice to know I've got the right ones now. Thank you!
Rex Krueger
I appreciate that so much. Thank you!
Rex Krueger
Thank you! We're getting through it!
Rex Krueger
We all appreciate that. Thanks just for sending your support!
Rex Krueger
You know, just having everyone here is all the support I need. Thank you!
Rex Krueger
I know you will, but the encouragement is still appreciated!
Rex Krueger
You're very kind. Thanks for understanding.
Fred Wolsey
Hang in there, Rex. We're thinking of you.
ian Webster
--Ian
ian Webster
Sorry to hear about the medical issues. As always, family and friends come before woodworking and hobbies. Best of luck,
Ted Foust
Hoping the best for all. Take care of important things first. We all will survive a week or so. There are always reruns.
Bradley Barth
Best wishes and thoughts and prayers. Take what you need. No rush for us. We know you'll come back with a blast!
Matt Evans-Koch
Best wishes for speedy recoveries for all of those you are supporting Rex.
Thomas Amoroso
Best wishes for a speedy recovery for your family member; best wishes for self-care for you and everyone else. There's a saying in my field (emergency medicine): sick medics can't help anyone. Sick family members can't either; take care of yourself, as well as everyone else. We can wait.
Reginald P Pike
Always family first. Hope and pray all goes well.
John Shufelt
Deep breaths. Take the time as needed. Sending positive vibes your way -- you're a good man
Jon Linna
Much love and best wishes to the extended fam.
Robert Dennett
Sending well wishes your way.
Bill Staffen
What?? No video?? I'm out!! J/k of course. Please be careful and take time to help your family. I'm proud to be supporting someone who cares.
Warren Stockwell
Rex, there's alot of good people behind you and your family is important to all of us and we'll be here when the dust settles. Best of wishes that things work out well.
DALE PATTON
Your priorities are right on, we can wait. I'll pray for you and your family.
Madeleine Yeh
Take care of your family and yourself. Video can wait.
Helge
Family and Health first, always! Wishing you and your family members all the best.
Clayton Moore
We will be here. Take care of your family. My thoughts are with your family!
GFHWoodWerks (Gregory)
How everyone gets through this together and the little ones heal fast. You take care of your family and know your online family (community) is here for you if you need support.
TwoRavens
Take all the time you need, Rex. From a fellow dad, and the uncle of a medically fragile kid, you do what you need to. We'll be waiting when you can get back to work.
Chris
Shit, dude. Take next week off, weβll go build something and see you later.
Greg Preston
All the best to the child and your family.
Charlie Powell
Family First brother. Wishing all the best for the child and their family
joseph severson
I hope everything goes well with the procedures. Positive energy to your family.
CharredTree (Bryant Johnson)
Nothing to apologize for, Rex. Family trumps all else. Be sure to take care of yourself as wellβone cannot share from an empty cup. If there is anything we can do to help, let us know.
The Super-wrench Garage
No problem Family First ππ»
Frans van Ballegooijen
Don't worry 'bout us Rex. Health, Life and Family overrule everything. Take all the time you need. We won't be going anywhere...
Chris DuCasse
Sorry to hear about this. Family always comes first! Thanks for letting us know as weβd be so worried about you if you disappeared for a bit. Godspeed for whatever healing is needed
Laura Chalifoux
I'm so sorry, Rex. It's great that you're able to provide so much support for your family when they need it most. We'll stick with you no matter what, so take all the time you need for your family - and for yourself. Only do a little work if it's good for your mental health; if you run yourself ragged on our behalf, you gotta know that you're in for some serious scolding! Best wishes to you and your family and hopes for success.
Skully Wood and Metal
Family first always.
Joe Meyer
Take care of family first! Prayers to the family for complete healing ππππ€π€π€β€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈ
Steve Sousa
Don't worry, we all will be fine. You have a responsibility to your family, they always come first. Best wishes and see you when you are ready. Take care.
Pete Correia
Iβm sorry to hear that Rex. Wishing you all the best and swift recoveries all around. Weβll be here when things calm down, take it easy. Family needs come first. Best wishes all the way from London
Bruce E Harang II
Iβll pray for you and your family. Family always comes first. God bless.
Col Rodrick
Rex. Mate, you just do what you have to do. You have to know by now that most people who follow you will understand. I wish the baby and family the best.
Wayne Miller
I pray everything works out with the little one. No worries were here when you get back my friend
Michael Bloemker
Family First, Rex. We'll be here.
