Yesterday we had a good day as a family hanging out watching X Files, we kept going through trying to find Mom's favorite ones. Its nice to have family, to have stories, to share laughter. As hard as this experience is, it would be much worse if we didn't have each other. At times, this house is utter chaos...all the dogs, kids, people, laundry and dishes but we all just work together with some help from very good friends. I'm sure Mom enjoys hearing everything. Enjoys, at any moment, having one of us wander in just to hold her hand, kiss her forehead or say how much we love her.
She sleeps most of the day and seems to be comfortable which is our main concern. Mornings and evenings are when she's the most responsive, so we tend to linger, holding on to these moments.
This is such an odd experience emotionally. My grief, along with everyone else's is very deep. I'm constantly processing what's happening and although its hard I'm so glad I'm here, taking care of her. After all my Mom has done for me, its the least I can do for her.
Again, I'd like to thank everyone. The visits, food, prayers...we appreciate everything and I know Mom does as well.
Yesterday we had a good day as a family hanging out watching X Files, we kept going through trying to find Mom's favorite ones. Its nice to have family, to have stories, to share laughter. As hard as this experience is, it would be much worse if we didn't have each other. At times, this house is utter chaos...all the dogs, kids, people, laundry and dishes but we all just work together with some help from very good friends. I'm sure Mom enjoys hearing everything. Enjoys, at any moment, having one of us wander in just to hold her hand, kiss her forehead or say how much we love her.
She sleeps most of the day and seems to be comfortable which is our main concern. Mornings and evenings are when she's the most responsive, so we tend to linger, holding on to these moments.
This is such an odd experience emotionally. My grief, along with everyone else's is very deep. I'm constantly processing what's happening and although its hard I'm so glad I'm here, taking care of her. After all my Mom has done for me, its the least I can do for her.
Again, I'd like to thank everyone. The visits, food, prayers...we appreciate everything and I know Mom does as well.
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