Dear Family and Friends,
I am finding it a little discouraging to sit down and post tonight. We have seen some definite neurological changes in Mom this weekend and it can be a little tough to find joy sometimes. She is still fighting - but who is surprised? As Dad would say, she is tough as a pine knot. We are so blessed to be able to witness her faith and strength, but that does not necessarily make this journey any easier.
Although we have had some struggles this weekend, there are some definite praises and miracles: Debbie Keith was able to walk down the hall to Mom's room and speak to her. They are such dear friends and we know that Mom recognized Debbie's voice. We have also been able to reach out to many of the other tired and struggling families on this floor who are going through similar challenges. There is comfort in being able to share our story (and our food!) with others who just need someone to talk to.
I will try to keep you updated as I can. Thank you for all of the love and support that we continue to receive. We can truly feel the presence of the Lord with us through your prayers.
God is Good...All the time... (even as we walk through the valleys!)
Love,
Laura
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Dear ones,
As long as I have known you, your love for each other and your faith in Our Lord has been an inspiration
to me, and I know, to everyone who knows you. Marlene is a person in whom God's love wells up and overflows, and I do not remember a time when I was with her that I didn't end up laughing, even when things seemed at their worst. I have long believed that the hardest part of our faith is acceptance. But we are given strength and comfort in the process, and we discover that we are indeed part of a larger family. The depth of dispair teaches us to recognize great joy, and Marlene is a great joy. We are all with you in spirit every minute, and I hope to be able to come to see you (if I can turn over nursing home duties long enough). In the meantime, know that I am thinking of you. Please tell her that I said to "eat dirt". It was the first thing I ever said to her (prompted by a coworker, who knew her well), and I think she'll remember. It was the first time I heard her laugh.
"Do not fear the shadows, they only mean there's a bright light shining somewhere." Love from Edie
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