We spent another full day at the hospice house today, loving on our mom, and making her feel as comfortable as possible. Okay, I admit it. We boys had a few great moments making fun of mom's random and off the wall comments throughout the day. (I know, I know, she can blame them on drugs and illness, but what's my excuse?) Real funny.
It was a pretty good stream of people that came and went throughout the day. And that was along with the core of 5-6 that stayed with her from morning to night. I realized as the day went on that five of the seven rooms on our wing were occupied. Unfortunately, I never saw more than one or two people ever come by or enter any of those other rooms. In fact, to my knowledge, a couple saw no visitors...... how sad.
The Steen family is blessed, and I'm sure if you're reading this post, you are one of the reasons why. We can never adequately thank all the people that have show concern and prayed for my mom and our family during this time. We've been overloaded with food..... (I'm not complaining, mind you.).... and been shown love beyond compare. Thank you all for doing what you do.... it means a lot.
Our nurse told me this morning that her next visit to see mom was scheduled for next Monday, however, she didn't think she'd be making that visit. Her opinion was that mom would not make it through the weekend. (She's not God, of course, so we'll see what happens.)
Karen is flying in this Sunday and will be with me until Thursday. If the nurse is right, we may both go home that day, we're not sure. Time will tell. Thanks again for your prayers.
2 comments:
Terry...I think it is really great that you are journaling these precious moments with your mother...you might think you will never forget....but you might....so the notes you are making will be a blessing to you in the days to come....after all it is the loving memories of our parents that will always bring smiles to our faces on those days when we miss them so very much. Just know, you are in my prayers and I know with all my heart you are right where you want to be and you will always be grateful for this time together.....Get that last hug....it has to last a lifetime.....You are a blessed family....and you are a blessing to your family....I'm glad your mother smiled.....God Bless, Shelda
Praying for you, your mother, and your family, Mr. Steen.
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