CHRISTmas week...

Well when I arrived today, Mimi is up with Papa reading over her CHRISTmas cards. She just finished her lunch (ate about 1/3) and is going to be getting cleaned up soon. Papa told them that would be good since she will likely have lots of company today. (Today is the Dilworth CHRISTmas and plans are, I believe, to come over in shifts to visit her).

Mimi looks rested today. I spoke with the nurse early this morning and she said that she did better last night as far as resting and comfort is concerned. Prayers for comfort are most appreciated at this time.

As we approach CHRISTmas day, I know Mimi would want you all to enjoy your families, treasure the noise and the messes made, eat those treats and feel blessed that you have one another.

Blessings to all of you and updates will be made as much as possible....thanks to everyone for your support and love!

Resting still...

I came to visit Mimi and decided I was going to stay the night. Mimi was a little aggitated throughout the evening but finally about 1:30am, she fell asleep and is still sleeping! Wow! So glad she is finally resting peacefully......thank you God for that.

Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers for Mimi.

Resting and watching turkeys...

Mimi had a few visitors before I arrived today. Diane Brown had been here and of course Chuck. Aunt Gloria and Uncle Steve are here from Arizona and they were visiting with Mimi when some turkeys came out....of course they had to take some pictures so they could send to their daughter Stephanie in Arizona. Mom seems pretty good; a little tired.

We appreciate your continued thoughts and prayers. Mom needs prayers for rest and comfort. It is also hard to see her so confused although we are so very grateful she recognizes each of us. That is truly a blessing!

Take care and will update you again tomorrow.

Weekend activities

Yesterday we held our annual Tilden cookie decorating....Mimi always had lots of frosting, candies and different cookie shapes to decorate growing up and even in our later years (like last year!) It was quite an event! Jeff, Angie, JJ, Carissa, Danny, Danielle, John (Danielle's friend), Papa and myself were here for the event. We brought all the fixings and the cookies to decorate. We even had some crackers and cheese to munch on while we celebrated.

Mom has had lots of visitors and it seems to do her some good. If you would like to visit, please feel free. She looks good and is well taken care of here at the Hospice Home. The home is located on Kingsbrooke Drive which is just across from Vista Grande Villa off Springport Road near airport Meijer/down the road from Baker College in Jackson.

Lots of friends and family have come by and made Christmas cards, helped decorate her tree and visit with her. Thank you all for your support, love, thoughts and prayers. We do appreciate the love you show us through caring about Mimi.

Hoping you are all understanding the true meaning of Christmas; not just about gifts or cards but of giving of yourself to those who need it most. And most of all, sharing with your family the love of the Christ child whose birth is soon upon us.

Prayers and blessings to all!

Pray for rest...

Please pray that Mimi could rest more at night and be awake more during the day....perhaps she has them mixed up. The nurses are trying to get her acclimated to a schedule, but perhaps Mimi has too much on her mind to sleep at night!

Aunt Gloria and Uncle Steve (Rainey) from Tucson, AZ are here and will visit Mimi today. Also, Aunt Joyce (Drake) had her 80th birthday yesterday! Happy Birthday Aunt Joyce! She does not look 80....and she doesn't act it either. I mean that in a good way!

Friends Leo and Sandy are here from Florida for a visit and will likely be seeing Mimi today also. She will definitely be tired tonight.

Thanks again for your prayers.

Christmastime visitors...

Today Mimi had a couple visitors when I was here; besides her usual Papa. Her friend Diane Brown was here and then Uncle Mike Horning came by to visit. Diane brought her an ornament for her Christmas Tree....thanks Diane!

Apparently Mimi had a long night and didn't sleep much so she was sleepy when we were here. Papa gave both of them a tour of the Hospice Home facility which is beautiful by the way.

More updates as we have them....keep her in your prayers please. Thank you and God bless!

Getting settled...

Well, Mimi is all moved in and trying to settle in with her new surroundings. Yesterday, several of us met at her room to put up and decorate a Christmas Tree for her. The tree is a tabletop but is just perfect for her room. She enjoyed seeing everyone and although we were noisy, I believe it did her heart good to hear the sounds and see the children putting the ornaments on the tree one-by-one.

Shari went back home to Florida today. Angie is here until Thursday. Aunt Gloria and Uncle Steve (Chuck's sister & brother-in-law) will be flying in on Wednesday for a week. It will be nice to see them. Sister Connie (Bristow) will be here on the 16th. It has been good for Chuck to have the support from them all.

Thank you for your continued thoughts and prayers. Will try to keep everyone updated as much as I can. I went back to work today and thankfully I am able to work part-time for now.

Thanks again! Blessings to one and all this holiday season.