Momma is hands down, no competition, the strongest woman I have ever known. Y'all. I'm not just saying that because she's dying or because she's my mom. Dozens and dozens of family members, friends, co-workers, and some strangers agree.
Several times during the evening and into the night we were sure she was going to go. As of noon today Momma is still breathing. Breathing in and out. Slow and sure, shallow breaths. With each exhale releasing the most painful, ear-scorching moan. The nurses said at midnight she should have been gone HOURS AGO. One even told her "it's ok. You can go now, Diane." And they asked us: "is she waiting for anyone?" We don't know. But what we do know is that she is in excruciating pain. The hospice team has taken palliative steps to help relieve some of her agony. I am so thankful for the incredible staff here. Tiredness, exhaustion, sadness, joy, pain. Emotions that have taken over my body. I am operating fully on the grace of God and espresso. Please continue praying for an extra measure of patience and peace.
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