Just got home from my first day with Grandma. I must admit, I was very shocked (and pleased) with her condition. Considering she couldn't walk 7 days ago and today she was in high spirits and walking well on her own, she was doing wonderful today. She was a little slow on her feet, but otherwise, she was really good. I figured she would sleep at least a little this afternoon while I did her chores, but she was very awake and very alert the entire time I was there. About 4:30, she started craving a baked potato (another VERY good sign), so we headed out to Wendy's with Aunt DD. I honestly can't believe how much Grandma ate. She ate more tonight than she ate when she was healthy. It was amazing..... and wonderful.
When we got home, we had a great heart to heart. We both got some things off our chests about all of this, which was VERY therapeutic. This is all so bittersweet, but completely and totally worth it. Ever read Tuesdays with Morrie? The whole way home, that's all I could compare it to. If you haven't read it, please do.
I am exhausted. Going to bed. Going to bed HAPPY. Good night.
2 comments:
I love Tuesday With Morrie. I hope you'll write down a transcript of your conversations with G-Ma Barb for yourself. You will cherish that some day.
Glad to hear things are getting better!
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