Today Daddy and I disagreed on the word to describe Mom. We all went to church this morning. I would hear Daddy being asked about Mom and Daddy would say, "Debbie is doing great!" or "She is fine."
Somehow, my mom in ICU for 12 days doesn't seem "great" or "fine" to me. If she were "great" or "fine" she wouldn't be in ICU. She would be with us complaining that I made her get up for early service.
Maybe the words would be "Mom is better than she was last Sunday." Last Sunday Mom had a HUGE tumor in her head. The tumor is all gone. Mom is better.
She didn't have a great day today. After so many positive signs yesterday, it was discouraging to me. Mom nodded only once. She would open her eyes sometimes and focus on me. She seemed unable to squeeze my hand or hold up two fingers. One time I asked her to hold up her fingers and Mom just stared at her hands like she wanted to make them move, but couldn't.
Ethan, my husband, thinks that maybe yesterday just wore her out. She needed to rest.
Maybe I will see more tomorrow.
Tomorrow, I will be at the hospital until around 3pm. I will then go home and take care of Luke and Avery. Daddy will mostly be at the hospital in the evening. I am not sure when he is going to be able to get there.
Thank you all for your prayers and thoughts today. I am sure my mom feels your love.
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Amy, I'm with you on the "fine" issue. Thanks for keeping up with the blog. It helps us all know exactly how to pray, as if God doesn't already know.
ReplyDeletemuch love, Beverly
Mike & Joanna Bailey here from College St, we are in bible class with your mom and dad.... THANKS so much for taking the time to write each day to keep us updated on Debbie's progress.... I haven't been in your shoes but I believe prayer works!! and a positive attitude for her is the best medicine she can get for a slow but progressive recovery. Keep your chin up and count the blessings each and every small one.
ReplyDeleteWith Love
Joanna