Sunday, September 13, 2009

Sunday September 13 8 PM

Gail seems to be without pain and is comfortable. She last ate Friday afternoon and the last drink of any amount was yesterday afternoon. Hospice nurse was here at noon today and put a catheter in as she is too weak to get out of bed. She mostly is restful but at time does ask to sit up. She talks a bit but at times makes little sense. I actually got TWO smiles from her this afternoon and of course it was my highlight of the weekend. Her eyes remain young looking and her face is still radiant.

At this time the sign on the door says visitors limited to 5 min and most of them stay a shorter time. Of course if the Lord choose to come in the door is wide open and the time is unlimited. I take that back, the Lord IS here. I am most thankful for her being home with us, thank you Lord. The care and love of all the kids is overwhelming and their affection for their mother is something that should be packaged and preserved forever. I wish I could have captured 4 year old Liam sitting on the floor this morning looking up at HIS grandma. His posture and expression said Grandma you are mine and you are the best, I love you with all my heart. Grandpa could not have shown it or said it better.

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

Carmen, Gail, John, Aaron, Travis and Cynthia,
You are in my prayers constantly, day and night. I pray for God's peace to be with you and that you may know his deep and abiding love for you all. I love you all. Kim

Anonymous said...

Carmen and family;
Know our prayers are with you. We have prayed for you as a couple and also individually during Eucharistic Adoration. We also lit a vigil candle at St. Joseph's. The love of God is so present in you all for the way you love and care for your wife, Mother & Grandma! Yes, Christ is truly present as you said Carmen! God's peace to you all!
Steve & Lisa

Julie Bruber said...

Carmen, Gail, John, Aaron, Travis, and Cynthia,

Please know that I'm praying for all of you contantly, and continue to ask the Lord to be kind and merciful. If I can do anything for you, plese let me know.

God bless you all,
Julie