I have been running around a lot lately.
Thank you for your prayers and good wishes. Nancy, my ex MIL (but we don't see each other that way) is off the ventilator. If she makes it back it is going to be a long road. Her heart is in terrible shape. Her kids insist on going full bore to save her. With all the meds propping her up she is breathing on her own. I've been spending a lot of time with my son at the hospital and with my ex husband trying to sort him out. He has lived with his mother for the last 30ish years. He has not held a job as he is bi polar and not medicated. They have depended so heavily on one another and are at a loss without the other one present.
What have I learned these past few days? Make sure you have a living will and Medical Power of Attorney in place - and relatives that truly know what you want and are strong enough to carry that out. Try to interact with lots of people with purpose and don't just "breathe" - live your life to the fullest.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. It's a very difficult situation. I have to agree with your comments. A living will takes a lot of the burden on those making important decisions at a stressful time. Cathy, make sure you treat yourself well !
Your words are so exact and meaningful! It sounds like a difficult situation to help with. I'm sure there are support groups that will help you? Nice you have got the focus on the gyractics (no such word!) of the bird!
Interesting shot. Wise words. I concur about letting your wishes be known. I have been doing that more (and scaring my kids!). My MIL died without even telling my husband he was the trustee so now his siblings don't speak with us...we had to do what was legal instead of being coerced. I truly hope all works out. Sounds like a rough road.
Oh, Cathy, I am so sorry with all you are having to deal with. Because my parents died so young, I have been very diligent in making sure we have everything in order. I hope things get better--you are such an amazing person and take on so much. Hang in there. Prayers and hugs.
Sorry you are going through such a hard time. You are right, these are lessons learned sooner than later. Thank you for the words of wisdom and the beautiful shot!
I saw this on the Trending page. What an amazing capture! I've been looking through your project; you have a wonderful eye. Hope your ex- MIL continues to improve.
Great capture Cathy! I understand how we want to hold on to our loved ones, but we also need to look at what their quality of life will be? My mother suffered severely from congestive heart failure. While we didn't want to lose her, she would have been bedridden had the Lord not called her home. I pray for strength and wisdom for you and her family through this difficult time!
A beautiful shot Cathy, and a fav. What a harrowing time for all concerned. Because of our recent hospital trips with Ben, I can fully appreciate what everyone is going through.
what a beautiful shot this and wow, to have been able to capture something this powerful while you've got so much **stuff** to deal with is pretty fantastic.
sorry your life is so stress filled at the moment! Your family is blessed to have you for support.