Back in the Hospital
Simon is back in the hospital. I was out with the kids all day yesterday while his sister cared for him at the house. She was texting me updates with his temperature, blood pressure, eating, and mobility. All were declining throughout the day. We had the kids stay at my parents’ house and got Simon’s oncology office on the phone. They recommended going to the ER.
Simon was in too much pain to travel via car. So we called 911. The firefighters, paramedics, and EMTs were kind and helpful, but had a look on their faces that we are getting used to. The look that says “34-year-olds-shouldn’t-have-cancer-and-shouldn’t-look-like-this.” Simon was too weak to talk so I tackled all the medical questions they asked us rapidly. At one point, the paramedic asked, “So are there any other medical conditions beside the cancer?” I got a bit snarky with him and said something like, “Well, there are lots of other medical conditions. That’s what happens in stage four cancer.” He quickly apologized and said that was not what he meant. I apologized, too. Nobody seems to be an expert on how to handle dying young.
As the last firefighter was leaving, he tried his best to straighten up our rug and leave the house in the best condition he could. He was staring at me with sad eyes. I asked him to keep us in their prayers – that we have three young kids and this was all so hard. He said he would and I know he will.
Simon’s sister rode with him in the ambulance and my dad and I followed. Normal protocol upon ambulance arrival to the ER is that family waits in the lobby until the patient has been triaged. But God knows that doesn’t fly with us in this unique situation. The EMTs let me go back in to the employee-only area so I could communicate on Simon’s behalf. And within five minutes of arrival, I saw two employees that I knew from high school who follow the blog and took extra measures to get us comfortable. I even snuck Simon apple juice against medical advice. If my honey wants apple juice, or heck anything, at this point, he is getting it.
We still don’t know specifics for this current visit. He was admitted and they are running a gamut of tests. After being handed a terminal diagnosis almost six weeks ago, our hearts are pretty well prepared for any news. Not much shock value left these days. And if whatever is going on is temporarily fixable, then Hallelujah! Bring the man home and get him ice cream. Or apple juice. Or a pony.
We’ll keep you updated. We tried our best to take a sad-face selfie because, yes, we try to find a bit of humor or joy even in these dark days.
Love you Simon Caver
I dont know you ,But my heart and prayers are with you. You are doing an amazing job Kristy! I pray that Simon you and your family be comforted by our Loving father.
Dear Simon and Kristy, just want to let you know that you are both in our prayers. Kristy this is a wonderful blog thanks for being so strong and continuing to update us. My heart goes out to you both. We will continue with our prayers . May God bless you!
Kristy – Simon is in prayers. – Worked with him at ChoicePoint.
So Sad to here he is very sick. Bonnie
Hang in there my friend. You are so strong. Thank you for the updates. Prayers are coming everyday to you and your family.
Just pure tears down my face right now… And not just with sadness but admiring the way you are handling This right now. I don’t think I could still keep my humor… Or sanity. you’re amazing. Praying everyday for you and your children.
praying now. keep strong and know He holds the future, whatever it may be.
As I said when I saw this news last night… DANG IT!!! Praying for you and love you!!
Praying for Simon, you and family.
Dear Simon, If I could take you out on the back deck one more time, I would. Or maybe Matt Foust and I could just put your hospital bed on top of the dining hall. Either way, you’re still one of my favorites, brother. I’ve been meaning to tell you how encouraging it’s been the last little bit to read and hear about your faith. Keep fighting and carry the cross, my friend.
Thank you for being our friend and brother, Simon Caver.
My family’s thoughts and hopes are with you guys. Sending much love your way.
Daily love & prayers from Atlanta, Texas. ❤️❤️❤️
Love you Simon & praying for you!
I always loved Simon. Hew was such an adorable little boy. Always happy and positive. We are praying for him in west Texas. May God grant you a miracle.
Praying for you all!
Please let Callie know I think of her (and you all) daily.
Just wanted you to know I just learned about Simon and your precious family and will be praying for you.
Prayers from your hometown Simon…..and the Pettits. :). Daily.
All you guys are in my prayers. Keep fighting the good fight, Simon!
Thank you Kristy for your example of loyalty, dedication, honesty, and courage. Simon has one heck of a cheerleader by his side regardless of circumstances. May God’s sustenance continue to pour into the soul of the Cavers. And may He ALWAYS show you that you are not alone…
Lifting you, Nomis, and the kids up in prayer.
Joe S.
I hate how up and down this is 🙁 praying that whatever is happening is temporary and that he can come home soon to quiet and kids and ice cream and family and friends. Love you guys.
Sending prayers for your family from North Carolina.
I want to start a team of people praying each day (no particular length of time –just for 40 days straight ) for Simon. I would also like to see if we could get 40 people to fast 1 day each for the 40 days or 20 people to do 2 days (not necessarily 2 in a row.) I will fast tomorrow. Who can take the next day? If you are interested please private message me on Facebook (Margaret Hanson Luevano) Let’s band together and pray for a miracle!
You are in our prayers. Simon: Your Amtrak family loves you. So many of us are here for you and your wonderful family. Jeff and I accept you for who you are, and think of you as our good friend. You are in our hearts.
Kristy: Please know that Simon has a lot of friends at Amtrak. We consider Simon our family, that also means that you and your children are our family too. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Simon has alot of friends at work that are praying for him. Your strength is amazing. Stay strong. Your blog is wonderful, and I am mostly in tears reading about your amazing family and love story. We send our love and prayers to you.
I’m praying for you and your family. God is able to do anything. I remember Simon when we were in high school, lol, he was a mess.
Lifting all of you up in prayer.
I don’t know you or your family but you all are in my prayers.
Kristy my name is Matthew Rafferty I worked with Simon almost every week with simon on the surfliner. Simon, you and your kids are in my thoughts and prays every day. Also please let Simon know the I order juice for the kids every day. You might get a smile out of Simon when you tell him. May god bless Simon, you and your family.
Matthew Rafferty
PS please let me know if I could help.
sigh. I know. I can’t find words, so just know that I am praying, and many are praying. sigh.
My husband and I pray for your family daily. He is able…. and I am daily moved by the enormity of your faith. May God hold you close today. Hugs.
You all are in my prayers. Tears, heart aches.
Every day is a good day for a miracle. God’s Kingdom come, His will be done in your lives.
In our prayers !
Dr. Dave and Nancy