Yes. Still here - Fri. Oct. 25, 2024
It's Michael.
Laurel asks "Have you heard of a blessing of release?" And, "What do you know about them?"
Also: "My pain level is good today but it seems to show in my mental processing. I'm very, very slow." (I can confirm this. It's pitiful)
It took us at least five minutes to get this written. I had to repeat it over and over as she tried to comprehend it. She wanted it to sound like she was talking to a group. She kept drifting away but I assured her it sounded good.
It's hard to decide how much to share. Suffice it to say this is very difficult. I feel like I'm watching someone very important to me, and to the world, fade before my eyes tiny step by tiny step. It's heart-wrenching.
Again, thank you for all comments. Every word feels written by angels. Reminder that we are really enjoying your thoughts but will not be responding.
Yes, Laurel, you "sounded good." You may "be very, very slow," but your syntax and vocabulary, and your curiosity about the "blessing of release," they all show your mind is still vibrant and inquisitive. So grateful for your words, and to your angel, Michael, for communicating them to us.
ReplyDeleteThank you both for being brave enough to document and share all the many details.about your experiences thus far. As I have been reading and catching up on everything this past week, since finding out about Laurel's cancer, I am so touched and inspired by both of you. The proactiveness, the perseverance, the faith and trust in the Lord, the consideration and love you both have for each other. There is nothing but love and compassion here, expressed beautifully and painfully. Know you are supported by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both for continued comfort, through hospice, so Laurel can get the care she needs. Michael, you have been such a compassionate and loving caregiver, advocate & husband. Sending hugs to both of you. I'm glad to read that Laurel is having some better days with her pain under control little more now.
ReplyDeleteThis is from Joel and Cheryl Izatt. Can't seem to edit and add our names.
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