Precious Time

Mom has now been at home for eleven days.  We are thankful that the transition from hospital care to home care has gone very smoothly.

In some ways, Mom is doing better than she was in the hospital.  She no longer has fevers, the pneumonia seems to be under control, she is very alert and she seems stronger (even though she is unable to leave her bed).  She loves being in the comfort of her own home, with Dad by her side and a constant stream of family members and friends visiting.  The peace that Mom has is beyond our comprehension.  

In the past few days, it was necessary to increase Mom's pain medication.  She is unable to eat very much and throws up most mornings.  She had one bad episode where she was in a lot of distress, but providentially, the nurse came at that moment and gave medication to Mom to calm her.

Though Mom is doing so well at home, it's hard not to experience so many emotions:  hope, when she's doing well; discouragement, when she's not; joy and laughter, as we talk about every day things (especially the grandchildren); sadness, when we discuss her passing; comfort, when we speak of heaven.  We all continue to pray for a miracle, but humanly speaking, we know that the leukemia is getting stronger every day and our time with Mom is limited.  At times, it seems impossible that Mom will not recover from this disease when we are able to have such precious moments together right now.  We are cherishing every minute of the time together that God gives us.

Last Sunday, all of the grandchildren came and sang to Mom while Aaron played his guitar.  This was a very special time for all of us.

Please pray for the following:

miraculous healing;
that the pain medication keeps Mom comfortable;
that Mom continues to experience peace; and
that Dad, all of the children and grandchildren, Mom's father and sisters are able to find their strength in our loving heavenly Father.


Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.

Isaiah 41:10