Pampered Feet

This is a picture of mom that was taken a little over a year ago when she came to visit me (Julie) in Canada. She was enjoying a bit of pampering when a friend came over and gave her a pedicure. She still enjoys a foot rub and Denise, one of the assistants from hospice, does an excellent job. We've been so thankful for all of those who come and help out from hospice. They continue to come each day for one to two hours.

Mom's been sleeping more soundly this past week. Each day is a learning experience and since she can't verbally communicate, we're beginning to read her discomfort a bit better.

Mom is continuing to drink liquids and seems to do well with chocolate flavored Ensure mixed with milk, orange juice (diluted with water) and water. She enjoys a back rub, so we tried rolling her onto her stomach last week, but that didn't go over to well. She's just too "stiff" these days.

Music is the one thing that really relaxes her. She loves to listen to hymns on CD as well as a sermon now and then. She also seems to enjoy looking at photos. It would be nice to put together a photo book for her so if any of you have recent photos and can email or send them to us (jjmeyers@hotmail.com) we'd really appreciate it. If you could include your name and the date the photo was taken, that would make it easier for me.

We just want to express our thanks to all who have been checking this blog, as well as sending notes of encouragement. We continue to cherish your prayers.