For those not familiar with the birthdays in our family, the months of Sep – Nov are full of a string of birthdays. Last week was Dad’s, this week Shanda turned 18, next week Barbi and Ashley have their big days, then it’s Brett, Barbi’s mom, and my mom. While our grandparets were still alive, Grandma McDonald, and Barbies Grandma also had birthdays during this time frame. So happy birthday to all in advance.
Mom’s condition has gotten a bit worse in the last week. The talking ability is pretty much gone, there is noise that you can hear, but it takes a well trained ear to understand it. She is very tired most all the time. Her legs have weakened to the point that she can’t stand or support herself on the rare occasions she has to get up. The nurse indicated that the increased fatique level could be a sign of further deteriation of her lungs and breathing capacity. There just isn’t as much oxygen getting to the blood. Pray for comfort. Her sleeping and sitting positions often are not very comfortable, so it can lead to discomfort on top of what the ALS symptoms bring her way. Imagine how you feel after sleeping in a poor position and waking up with a sore back or neck, then multiply that several times and have it happen everyday. It is wearing her out and is just another one of the misserable things that come with this disease.
We are all very greatful for the support and prayers. My folks both want to forward their thanks and appriciation to all of you.
Being the huge Beaver fan that I am I can’t help but giving out a big GO BEAVS after last nights win over USC. Barbi & I were at the game and had a great time!
September 28, 2008 at 12:40 am
Please give my love to Annette. I’ve thought and prayed for her daily. What a lovely lady she is!
We, too, were at the OSU/USC game and still revel in the WIN.
GO BEAVS
Lindell Johnson