Monday, April 17, 2006

Waiting

My mother-in-law suffered a massive stroke last Thursday morning.

Blood enzyme levels indicate that she also had a heart-attack at the same time. Her diabetic sores have become infected and gangrene has begun to spread. In her situation, amputation is no longer an option.

Her german roots include a tendency for stubborn persistence. She's waiting for her oldest daughter to get home.

She has had a remarkable life. She bore twelve children and brought them up to be successful, thoughtful and compasionate.

Mom and two of her daughters


The Hospital staff has been very considerate. Only a portion of her posterity is ever in the room at any given time, but it can become a circus very easily.

The last two daughters will arrive tonight. Another son is waiting for further word before he makes any travel plans.

Patience is a virtue.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Prayers for the family and peace be with her.