Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Last night while Kim and I were asleep upstairs, Mom somehow gathered the strength to climb out of her hospital bed to stand. Her leg muscles didn't support her for very long and she fell for the first time. Dad got her up and moved her over to the pull-out sofa with him. She didn't know where she was going or why she even stood up and just asked, "Are we still alive?"

5 comments:

Jen said...

Your are in my thoughts and prayers...trying to find some words for comfort, here is something from God:

Lamentations 3:31-33
For men are not cast off by the Lord forever. Though he brings grief, he will show compassion, so great is his unfailing love. For he does not willingly bring affliction or grief to the children of men.

MMW said...

I am so grateful that you continue to keep us posted on Martha's journey.
I wish I had some words of wisdom or even words of comfort. As Jen said, all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marge Walsh
Chicago

Anonymous said...

Dearest Martha,
May angels lead you to the beautiful gardens that God has prepared for you in heaven.
With deepest love, Lea.

Tasgirl said...

Hi Martha
You have shown great courage in your journey with a smile on your face.
My thoughts are with you.
Jenny

Unknown said...

This is Lilly I am in contact with your Dad as my sister Mary had the same illness as your Mam. What you see happening now will pass. Then when you see the peace on your Mam's face you will know that she is happy and gone to a better place where there is no more pain and suffering.Mary went to the Lord last Sat. AUG 2nd You are all in my prayers.