I bent over and kissed Jackie on the cheek. It was as soft as always. I whispered to her, "I love you. I'll see you tomorrow." And she said back to me, "I love you too."
I drove home from the hospital, after a long weekend, with happiness in my heart. Happy that Jackie continues to improve a little each day. Happy that she is engaging in conversations, happy that she still has her sense of humor. Happy that she is opening her eyes more, happy that she is eating. Happy that I still have more time with my sweet mother-in-law.
If all goes according to plan, Jackie will be moved to a rehab facility sometime this week where she will receive intense physical and occupational rehabilitation. She will spend about three weeks there, and then she will be re-evaluated to see what her needs are at that point.
Damon is doing well. He is adjusting to the idea that recovery will be a long process. All of us are encouraged and hopeful that Jackie is going to do great as she works hard to get well.
Thank you for all your prayers on our behalf. "I love you too!"
Praying for you all! Thankful Jackie is steadily improving, and we will pray for the rehab, the PT and that the time passes quickly in the rehab facility. Praying for Damon as he also makes adjustments and that God will give him rest and keep him encouraged.
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Thank you, Laura, for keeping us updated. I check your blog every day. I'm so glad to hear that Jackie is improving. Dan and I will continue to pray for her, and for the entire family.
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ReplyDeleteThis is so sweet! I love it, and I love that you love Gran Gran :).
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