Yay!

I had to go out for a few hours this afternoon, and mom slept a lot all day. Ron said that she was sleeping on her side and looked more comfortable than usual. When she woke up later in the afternoon, she said that she'd gotten significant pain relief and had slept well.

I shared a story about Aria from Brian's weblog (ozmar.blogs.com) and she seemed quite alert and interested. AND she asked for a small bit of bread and butter and peanut butter because she felt HUNGRY! This week especially she has been spending more time during the day not connected to the feeding tube, and several times has said she felt hungry. So this food has been in addition to the bites of chocolate she's been asking for and the few sips of orange juice in the morning.

I am pleased that Bernie will be here tomorrow and I am optimistic about making adjustments that will bring relief. Yet I realize that each day can bring ups and downs. It sometimes seems that just when things look promising, we have a setback - so we take it one day at a time and thank God for each blessing.

For me one of the greatest blessings this past week has been the opportunity to lavish mom with love and compassion as well as to be a servant to her. It is an honor and a privilege, and she frequently expresses her appreciation.

Our times are in HIS hands.