It was a mother's day of mixed blessings. I went to visit my mother who is in a nursing home on hospice care and experiencing dementia. She probably had a stroke earlier last week and I wasn't sure if she would come out of the lethargy, extreme confusion and lack of appetite. After three days, she was back to herself! Amazing for a ninety-four year old!
I have been visiting with her through the efforts of the staff of the nursing facility who help her to Face Time family. I also went on mother's day and saw her through the window. She doesn't understand why I can't visit in person or hug her. At first she thought I was mad at her. It was so different since I have been her caregiver for almost fifteen years. I am so grateful that mom is in a home with people who care about her. She always says, "I am happy here. They take good care of me." It helps so much to know that she is comfortable, clean and has loving caregivers.
I've found out that I can count my blessings and be thankful that I placed her in a safe place before the virus lock down. The staff are trying very hard to protect their clients and themselves. They are heroes in my estimation because they literally risk their lives every day and work long hours.
I am thankful for my current health and pray for those who are ill. I am happy my mother recognized me on mother's day. I appreciate my family and friends who stay in touch and provide encouragement. Some day this will be just a memory and our lives will return to "normal" for this time frame in the world. I hope we remember the blessings also! Remember your faith is a wonderful refuge and try to find ways to help others who are also having a difficult time. We are all in this together! I'm keeping all of you in my prayers! Enjoy the family and friends you can visit with! Life is so precious and it has become more valuable in the pandemic.
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