Goodbye September!

Again today, Mom walked around the entire floor with someone on each side of her for support. It is so amazing that she can do this, and she seems on the upswing . . . that is, until mealtime arrives. For the past couple weeks Mom has complained that her stomach hurts and refuses to eat much at all. In fact, she becomes downright cantankerous when pushed. She doesn't quite get the fact that she is barely skin and bones, having lost 15 pounds since pre-surgery. She told me that she weighed 118 pounds when she got married, and she's just about there now. But there's really no use trying to reason with her about it, as she insists she DOES NOT want to eat. That's why the PEG line is looking more and more necessary.

Other than that, Mom continues to progress. Tonight she sat straight up in bed, scooted herself to the edge and tried to push herself up and off the bed. It's times like this that we can truly see her being at home in the near future. (Now if only she would EAT!!!)

On the compassionate side, tonight Ariane told us that Sharon (Scott's mom) has scheduled knee replacement surgery for her other knee. Mom became deeply concerned and said she was going to put Sharon's name in the temple tomorrow morning at 9 a.m. when the temple opens. When we had family prayer tonight, Mom prayed for Sharon as well. Later, she asked what day she needs to be back in Indiana to help out when the Kastelers go on their trip. She said she is planning on being there and asked how their dog, Maggie, is doing! That's Mom, always willing to help someone. (Now if we could just get her to help herself by EATING!)

With the weather turning cooler, all of Mom's cute capri outfits leave her a bit chilly. Tonight Ariane and I found a couple long-sleeved pajama outfits at Costco that seem just perfect. I think she will be much more comfortable and I'm excited to see her in them.

It's hard to believe that it's October. Mom has been in the hospital for the entire months of August and September. Here's hoping she goes home before Halloween. Although she's never been too fond of that holiday, it will probably be really exciting if she's in her own house! Now that's a happy thought!