We spent our Sunday visiting my in-laws in Canyon Lake. Henny (Rob's Mother) is in the very advanced stages of Alzheimers, and is under the care of hospice. She has two full time caregivers, plus the 24/7 caregiver that is unmatched, that of her husband of almost 60 years, Joe.
Henny looked very good to me this visit. She is in the hospital bed that is in their living room, but was full of smiles, and obvious happiness when she saw us...but especially when she saw her granddaughters. Once a mother, always a mother, and rarely have I met such a Mother as Henny. The love and caring she has so ingrained in her...deep to the core, comes out even when much of her mind cannot function. When she sees the girls, and especially when they hug and kiss her, her expression changes to one of pure joy. She closes her eyes as one does when they want to savor the moment, and her wide smile is an obvious sign of pure contentment. Ah, the simple things in life.
She seems to be in no pain, and for the most part seems to be just passing the days. We are happy for each day we get to share with her. I am learning just how much each day with someone you love is a blessing.
We love you Henny. May God hold you in His hands.
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