Today is the day after Christmas. We all knew that if she made it through Christmas Eve she would no way give in on Christmas day. Her Morphine IV is now up to 6 mg and she is a complete total care. She no longer responds to anyone with the exception of pain. Today is the Jesus's Birthday and she remains here on earth to be with her family. Her 2 young sons open their gifts from Santa that are around the tree. Family continues to go in and out of the house...like a revolving door. Each person sits with her, watching for any needs she may have. Her temp has been 105 for the past 24 hrs. although the meds seemed to help to get it down to 101 for awhile it doesn't seem like it is going to work any longer. Watching her shut down and waiting is so hard.
On top of everything else, most of the hospice nurses seem to be gentle and caring. It is the few that have come that have been short and hesitant to make the calls for the increased Morphine and whatever else is needed. WHY!???? Give the woman the dignity and the family the respect to maintain peace and pain free. This is an issue I won't discuss anymore, but won't go unrecognized....
She continues to be so fragile, yet battles onward. She has been moved from the recliner now to a hospital bed in the living room. She will not be moved again. We will pray for her peace. She does not respond to us, but we think she can hear...
So many have stayed and returned and continue to care for her. My brother has only left her side for a few hours. His wife will also leave to go to work, let their dogs out and return. Buddy has been there 24/7 and his family has stayed the nights also and cared for her intensely. I only wish I could be there all the time....as I hours away. But my heart and love is there and strong for her. I only wish for her peace now....the journey to peace. Please continue to pray....
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