There is not much new news to report, I am afraid. Mom continues to hang in there, although I believe I have noticed a very slight deterioration over the past several weeks.
Hospice continues to look after her. The aids come five times per week and the nurse comes once per week or whenever dad or I feel like she needs to come. This happened at the end of last week when Mom had a bit of a symptom change involving how she was holding her head as she rested in bed. My dad was concerned, so we got the nurse over there and checked everything out. According to the nurse, and this makes perfect sense, Mom was just trying to get comfortable. No harm, no foul. But it did demonstrate how well and responsive the hospice agency is to any concerns that my dad has.
It's more and more difficult to communicate with Mom and most of the time she won't talk back to me or respond other than to sometimes smile. I know she hears what is said and probably likes hearing it, but there is no feedback anymore. So, I tell her anyway. :-)
If you're still reading this and keeping up with Mom, then thanks. I know she appreciates the thoughts and comments directed her way.
Chronicling my mother's battle with lung cancer.
Mike and all,
ReplyDeleteWe are still keeping up with your posts and praying for your comfort daily. I know how hard it is on all of you, and my prayer is for whatever level of peace you may have knowing that Norma is getting the best care you can give her. Keep telling her you love her even if she isn't responding!!
Blessings,
Nancy
I'm still keeping up, too. I know she hears you. Tell her how much her friends love her, too. I know she takes comfort in having such a fine son as you.
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Mike, Yes, a bunch of us are keeping up with Norma, you, your dad, and your whole family thanks to your posts. Nary a day passes, that I don't think of you all. Supposedly, our hearing is the last to go. Please tell her she has a plethora of friends who love her. Pat and I and our sons are four of many.
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ReplyDeleteYes, still keeping up and bless you for taking the time to do post updates. Norma's many fans appreciate it. You and your family are to be commended for the loving care given to your parents.
Love to Norma and your dad.
Barb Smith
Yes, still keeping up with Norma. I'm sure you know how many of us educators in Texas admire and respect your Mom. She has made a hugh mark on education and has improved the lives of school kids and has been a joy to work with and to learn from. Thanks for letting us keep up with her journey. It is appreciated.
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