Like everyone else, I'm sending prayers and good vibes. It's becoming more and more apparent to me that life is a finite thing. But it's my belief (based on personal experience) that there's good on the other side. While K'ung-fu-tzu's quote may seem a little harsh, I think it has a lot of truth to it. Centuries ago he wrote, "I think that those who rejoice at birth and grieve at death have things backwards." When ya think of what life must have been like around 500 BC, it (for me) only serves to underscore this point.
I hope GT is comfortable and knows that she's surrounded by those who love her. Again, my thoughts and prayers to all.
r Sent from my Dreadnought using that barely tolerable Thunderbird email program On 7/9/2010 9:16 PM, John Christensen wrote:
We just got home from the hospital. We all really have to get some sleep. We have been there late the last 2 nights, and working all day. Nate was there till after midnight last night. Mom needs the rest more than anyone. Grandma made it this far, almost 97 by being tough, and right now is no exception.Hospice has taken over at the hospital. She doesn't have anything but Morphine right now to make her comfortable. I haven't been checking email much. I have been spending most of the time at the hospital the last few days when I am not working.Tonight, Nate was playing Big Band music on the iPhone for her. It got a rise out of her. She nodded yes when we asked if she liked it. She didn't do anything when I asked her if she wanted to dance, but when Cindy said "You would if you could" she nodded yes. She was busted by Mom about a year ago, standing outside the Portillo's (where they play that stuff inside and out) Dancing outside the eatery. Mom had to go get her, and bring her to the car (what a hoot!). She has had a very good life. Very poor, as far as money is concerned, but as rich as anyone can get for the love of life and family.I'll keep ya posted on any changes. Peace, JC
