Home again!

Well, I didn't want to be outdone by Patti, so tonight your update will come from #2 (as Dad so proudly refers to me)! For those of you who do not know the story of the past week I will give a brief run down. Last Monday, January 14, our mother had an appointment with our local physician. When he saw her leg and learned that it had been swollen for a few days, he immediately sent mom to Holston Valley Hospital for an ultrasound. His fear of a blood clot was confirmed and mom was immediately admitted. I guess when we hear the word 'hospital' there is a sense of dread because we know it must be REALLY serious for them to admit her in such a rush (at least that is how I felt when Patti called me!) But once again, the Lord proved to us that he is the commander and chief on this journey. Every nurse and care attendant that worked with mom was wonderful. For the past week she has been in good hands and gradually felt better each day. As Patti mentioned in the last post, Mom has been going through some challenges since December 21, specifically with GI and digestion. Her stay in the hospital allowed her the time to work through this while giving Dad a little break. While he was by her side the whole week, the nurses and aides were just wonderful. Why do we continue to be surprised by the people that God puts in our path?

Today we received the green light to come home. It has been nice to be home with her and we are looking forward to some Physical Therapy in home tomorrow. We are hoping to overcome some physical challenges. Keep us in your thoughts and prayers while we work to get back up to Bethesda!

Lots of people went to the hospital today in search of our mother - and we thank you all for your thoughfulness and concern. It is wonderful to know that we have so much love and support. Our family also knows that many of our family and friends are facing their own sets of struggles. We love you all and keep you in our prayers. Remember, even when you are in the valley, God is good....all the time.

Love,
Laura (#2!)