Grandma Lorraine

I talk to my mom twice a day now, and she is doing as well as can be expected. The other day she felt well enough for her nail gal to come, and so she was happy to have freshly painted nails! The Hospice nurse came yesterday and will be starting her on oxygen. Her heart sounds strong, yet she is now having some respiratory issues. She has medication to help with headaches as the tumor progresses. She enjoyed sitting outside the other day while Gayle (one of her favorite caregivers!) shelled walnuts. They said there was a nice breeze and she enjoyed watching the deer and their babies that come so close to the house. Her legs continue to feel heavy and it is becoming increasingly harder to bear weight, although she is still trying to make at least one loop around the driveway. I am so anxious to get out to see her next week. Thank you for keeping my mom in your thoughts and prayers. She is such a positive woman and has never once felt sorry for herself or questioned, "Why me?" I have learned so much from her and her grace under such difficult circumstances. She is quite a lady, and I am so happy to be her daughter!