Hi. My Mom is doing pretty good. Above all else, she stays grounded in the moment - living one day at a time. She and I spent time in her garden yesterday, and she struggled to think about what kind of message to post.
In the end, I told her to think simply.
She replied, "Thanks for the continued thoughts and prayers. Having family here is greatly appreciated. My body is still tired and weak. My attitude continues to be positive."
So, while many things are challenging for her, she has the most amazing outlook. With all that she has been through, rarely is she negative. She is working really hard to keep her fluid intake up and to eat. And the sense of humor remains. She actually tried to convince Grace, my wife, to get her into the car so that the two of them could go get bon-bons! We ran out of these bite-sized chocolate covered ice cream goodies the other day, and they are about the only kind of desert treat that she can eat right now.
The comments are great. Keep posting, and we'll keep reading them to her.
- Patrick
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Leni,
We think about you and your journey every day in our home. I enjoyed the time we spend together last month in San Diego. Enjoy the Bon-Bons and keep an extra supply in the freezer. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Love, Don and family
Hi All,
Just want you to know that I'm thinking about you and that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. You are thought of with great love and affection. Lots of strength and energy are being sent in your direction. I know mom has tried to post a message here but hasn't been able to yet, though I know she'll accomplish it soon! Be strong, be well- I'm happy you are all together. Love much, megan
Leni,
We just first visited this blog tonight as you know Ted and I are the technologically-challenged. Late in the evening when all is quiet we pray for you lifting up all we think, believe and feel to our Almighty. Somehow I just know you feel that also.
The image of you I keep foremost is you sitting on that beach chair in Maui eating your chicken curry salad stuffed into the papaya, listening to the beautiful strong ocean. You are my forever sister and friend. We will see you hopefully Friday.
Jeanie and Ted
Leni and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers constantly. My candle is "on" all the time. I hope you can get back to your flowers bon bons in a day or so. Much love, Virginia Heins
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