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Bredon's obituary
Grief flows like water. It fills in the cracks of each moment, ebbing and flowing and flooding. Much like water, grief is an important part of life. Grief is not easy, but it is infused with love and gratitude. People from many different eras of Bredon's life have been reaching out. Some people had not ever met as Bredon but got to know him through his music, or through the stories of his...
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Monday Feb. 6 details + reminder
Hi, everyone. I'm sharing a few reminders about the events on Monday, Feb. 6th. Please note that the timezone is Pacific Time. If you have any questions please email me: juliacmark@gmail.com Zoom link for Monday's ceremony: https://tinyurl.com/bredonreturnhome General schedule: 10:15am PT We will begin gathering in-person. Friends & family on Zoom will be able to view a slideshow of photos,...
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Return Home, RSVPs, etc.
Hi everyone, I know there have been multiple channels communication, so you probably have already received a similar update via email. Nevertheless, I want to share Bredon's "Return Home" profile publicly on his website here, in case some folks are looking to Bredon In Space for details. RSVP for FEb. 6 EVENTS: https://www.mykeeper.com/events/BredonJones/ Please note that the lunch is now...
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Ceremony Feb. 6 @ Return Home 10:15am PT
Hi, everyone. It's been a whirlwind. Bredon often described himself as "non-linear." Like Bredon, the experience of mourning, remembering, and celebrating him is multi-dimensional. Whether or not you can attend the more formal events on Feb. 6th and over the Summer, there will always be opportunities to cherish Bredon. Bredon - Return Home Ceremony We will be having an in-person ceremony...
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Bredon goes to space
To our dear friends and family, Bredon passed away this afternoon. We are shocked by how quickly it all unfolded, and grateful that Bredon did not have to suffer at the very end. The nurse, Krystal, was able to help Bredon manage his pain after about an hour and a half with a cocktail of pain meds, anti-nausea meds, and sedatives. We decided - along with Bredon - that it made sense to...
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Wednesday, Jan. 25
I'm writing this entry as the hospice nurse gets medication to Bredon. The first full day of hospice has been more eventful than we would have liked. Bredon awoke early this morning (around 5 am) in extreme pain with occasional vomiting, and we have been troubleshooting ever since. There are many different forms of medications for pain & nausea and many ways of administering them, so it's...
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Monday night update
Hello! Here's an update on what's going on with Bredon: The latest blockage that's been affecting Bredon is loosening up, finally. After an up-and-down week, we decided to go into the Fred Hutch clinic for hydration on Sunday and Monday. They also gave him a boost of potassium on Sunday since his level was low. Thankfully the clinic was able to squeeze us into the schedule. Bredon has remained...
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Covid in the house
Well, it finally got us. I know you aren't here for Julia health updates but, long story short: I started feeling sick on Monday and was testing positive for Covid by Tuesday morning. I've been taking Paxlovid and am doing better today, though still leading a cat-like existence of napping, seeking warmth, drinking water, and occasionally emerging for snacks. Wednesday afternoon, Bredon also...
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Post-holiday Update
Hello, fellow space travelers. It's been a while since we've posted here, so I want to update you all on the latest. The headlines: • Recovery from the hospitalization in November has been very gradual. Bredon's energy is quite variable, and every day is a little different. Like any good astronaut, Bredon has been diligently intaking calories and has even gained some weight back. The doctors...
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Week of Dec. 11th
It's been a little over a week since Bredon left the hospital. The stent continues to prevent obstructions! Bredon is still experiencing fatigue and discomfort, and every day is a little different. Overall, we are incredibly relieved that he's not experiencing a blockage. We are continuing to talk with the many docs, PAs, nurses, and social workers at the hospital who help us to manage All Of...
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Home from the hospital
Tuesday update: Bredon got home on Sunday night. He is no longer on TPN so we are focused on high calorie foods/drinks that go down easy. The Fred Hutch cancer center has a great team of nutritionists that check in frequently, which we appreciate. After feeling energized on Saturday by news of the successful procedure and a few solid days of TPN, Bredon is back to feeling quite depleted. It...
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Friday updates
The big news is that the stent procedure is being planned for 3pm PT today (December 2). We will keep you in the loop. Also, TPN was started last night around 8:30pm, and the team is adding in extra electrolytes as needed. Bredon is feeling physically depleted, but we are relieved that the GI surgery team has confirmed the stent procedure for today. Much love from Hospital Moon!