For those of you who check the blog each night, my apology for not posting last night. I took a much needed break and spent the evening with my kids. Mom is fairly unchanged but did have several awake moments throughout the day yesterday. She cannot speak clearly, but we can make a few mumbled words. She opens her eyes but has a hard time keeping them open for too long. Hopsice is doing a good job managing her comfort but she does seem to be experiencing much more pain now so we need to really stay on top of that.
This morning she is sleeping peacefully. My dad is holding up amazingly well. He has been with her 24/7 and getting very little sleep. But we are trying to give him some breaks, make sure he is eating and just loving him and being there for him. I know your comments on this blog have meant a lot to him, and mom too.
XXOO.....always in my thoughts and prayers. I went back last night and read through the entire blog. A true example of courage and love. My love to you all!
ReplyDeleteNo apology needed. I think I can speak for most that you need to take care of your mom...and dad, and your family. We are thankful that you take the time to post, but also realize you have much more important people to take of. Please, give your dad a big hug for me. We love you all very much. Your mom has touch so many people through out the years and it's been great to read how and who. She's incredible!
ReplyDeleteMandy,
ReplyDeleteThe Bowmans are so sad for what you are going through. It brings back so many emotions for our family because we went through the same with my dad. My kids understood my need to be with my mom and dad as I'm sure your kids understand your need to be with your mom and dad during this time.
We are so inspired by all the love and support you provide for each other. Stay strong and you will find great comfort in knowing that you did all that you could possibly do. You have so many of your mom's great qualities. You are doing exactly what she would have done for any of her loved ones.
xoxoxo,
Sandra
We are praying for you all even though we haven't met all of you. Kathy and Rick are special people and we can see they have raised beautiful children. They must be so grateful that you are there for them and so proud of you. God Bless!
ReplyDeleteGod bless you all, we love you and still keep praying each day. Give Uncle bigs hugs and kisses for me! I Love you Mandy.
ReplyDeleteLove Shan
Sending hugs & much love to you all during this time. I am glad to hear that you took some time to yourself to spend with the kids last night, it's so important that you do that. You are an amazing woman & I have so much respect for you in how you are taking care of your mom & dad along with everyone of us who look to you daily to see how you're all holding up. Sending love, and strength to you Mandy. God Bless & know there are many here that love & support you.
ReplyDeleteYour cousin in Oregon, Sabrina
If your mom is struggling at times, it reminds me of Paul in the Bible when he says, "I strain to reach the end of the race and receive the prize for which God through Christ Jesus is calling us up to heaven." Life is a marathon; may we all stay the course toward the goal.
ReplyDeleteMandy, Can you tell Kathy that I miss her and I am praying for her!! Love, Nick Y.
ReplyDeleteAuntie Kathy, you are a very special amazing woman. My father speaks so highly of you and I hear some awesome stories. I think about you everyday. My only wish is that I would have gotten a chance to get to know you and spend more time with you. Your a very special person with such a big heart. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. From my heart to yours I love you.
ReplyDeleteTaylor Tani
Mandy, we are really sorry to hear about your loss. It has been sometime since we have seen Kathy or Rick they are often in our thoughts. Rick is a great person to have as a friend and/or a boss. Kathy was a wonderful and a very special person. People as nice as her don't come along very often, you were very lucky to have her as part of your family. We will remember your family in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteOur condolences to you, Rick and the rest of your family, we know she will be missed.
Jim & Louise Saucier