The Ever-Vigilant Companion
My mom hasn’t left dad’s side in days. I mean she showers, goes to the bathroom, comes out to the kitchen and stuff. But really, she won’t leave. We’ve offered her time to sleep elsewhere or to go and read a book, but she continues to stay in the room.
Dad wants it that way. She holds his hand, reads the Bible to him, sings in the Oldies. She runs out to get him drinks and/or food. She adminsters his meds. She tucks his “hospital gown” back on his shoulders. She massages his legs, gives him lip medix or just a kiss.
I’m not sure how she does it all day. And she’s been doing it for months. I guess that this is the definition of “for better or for worse.” I never really thought too much about those words until this week.
This is truly the worst and she is truly the best.
Photo taken with: Nikon D700, Nikon 50mm f/1.8

David – Our thoughts and prayers are with your Dad, your Mom, Sara (and family), and you. We think about you all frequently. Please give a round of hugs and kisses from us! (((HUGS)))
David, your Mom is an amazing woman. The picture is priceless!! What your Mom and Dad have is “LOVE”! She will do anything for the ones she loves. Keeping you all close to my heart!!
David,what a great tribute to your’e Mother!!!! I am with all of you in my thoughts and prayers 24/7. I know there is a host of angels all around you all, as that was my first prayer to The Father and I know He,s answered my prayer.I am here for all of you, Please let me know when and if I can do anything when the time comes. until then, I’lleep on praying(I pray even when i,m driving) I love you all so very much!!!!!! Aunt Jan
I always knew she was a wonderful and remarkable woman…Love to all of you