I am having trouble remembering what day it is. I guess the days all seem to run into each other. Today was really uneventful. Amie was here for awhile and she helped me get Mom cleaned and changed. She may be a little mite but, she is still heavy. She isn't really eating at all just taking in some liquids almost always water. I can see changes each today. Today we noticed what they call "mottling" (purplish/red areas) on both her knees and a little on her feet. There is some darkening around her eyes. These are all signs that the end is nearing. She seems to be comfortable until she has to be moved and then she shows discomfort. There just seems to be a different atmosphere in the house. I can't explain it but, I know it's different.
Aunt Lorraine, Christal, Ivannah, Ryan and Don came this afternoon to visit. They all went in to see Mom and said that she would raise her eyebrows when they said who they were and especially showed more reaction when she found out that the kids were here. Since there isn't a lot that can be said in Mom's room, everyone came back to the living room and we just caught up on things that have been going on in our lives. That was good.
I just want everyone to know that in my opinion and my observation, that Mom isn't long for this earthly place. So, if you plan on doing an entry in the Honoring Martha booklet, please don't put it off. Stacie has been very diligent and has been working very hard on making this the best tribute to Mom that she can. This whole thing just started out as a way for me to vent my feelings and to not feel alone and to let others know what was going on with Mom. It has turned into an awesome way to honor Mom and it has gotten family and friends talking that may have been too busy or distracted to keep in touch. I think a further way to honor Martha would be to not let the lines of communication go silent again. Life is too short and too precious to let petty things get in the way of what is really important - people. Mom was always the one to walk a mile to avoid a fight or confrontation and I can never remember her saying mean things to people. She hated to hurt others feelings. Maybe this is a good lesson for us all. Imagine what could be avoided if we just learned to turn the other cheek and show love not anger. Well, I had better get out from behind my pulpit!!! but, you all know what I mean.
So, please pray for us. Mom needs your prayers for a quick and peaceful walk into heaven. Good night and love to ya'll.
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