Plodding

There's not much to report about my mom. Her weight is staying fairly steady and her appetite is slightly increased. Her dementia has become worse over the last couple of weeks. She drove again, the same day the doctor told her not to, and she doesn't remember being told not to drive. Her blood pressure has been low off and on and she became lightheaded Sunday. I think she naps most afternoons.

My dad is doing the best he can. He still needs to gain weight and he gets tired of arguing when my mom becomes obstinate. But he loves her dearly and does anything for her.

So, we are plodding, really. Just keeping the pace. And grateful for the days we have.

Anita

Still Gaining

We went to the oncologist on Monday and my mom has gained a total of 11 pounds! So, things are on the upswing. I have asked the oncologist and the hospice nurse about a prognosis and they both said that we will know when she is going downhill. So, we live each day to the fullest and enjoy time with those we love. Isn't that what we're all supposed to be doing anyway?

We celebrated my dad's 83rd birthday last week at, where else? - IHOP. My mom's brother and sister-in-law, Dick & Carolyn, were able to join us (along with Gene & Joan). Here's a picture of my mom and Dick together.

Her dementia is getting worse and she has driven a couple of times, even though we've told her that her doctor doesn't want her to drive (because of diabetic neuropathy in her feet, the fact that she can't turn her head fully, her memory is bad, etc.). Hopefully, she will not attempt to drive again and my dad will be able to take the keys from her if she does.

Keep praying that she will continue to eat well and enjoy a better quality of life.

Love,
Anita