So Very Tired..July 27th

I have just checked into a hotel near Manor Care. Mom is still hanging on. I spent last night in her room and got to sleep around 1AM. The aids came in around 3AM to reposition her and after they left, she was really struggling with her breathing and she was moaning. I called for help, but the nurse was with another resident. She got there and assesed Mom's situation. Her oxygen level was at 55..normal is 100. We had opted to not continue oxygen back on Thursday. She is definitely slowing down, but she is a strong woman. She always has been..physically and mentally. Needless to say, I was very scared. Debbie and Lenard had decided to go forward with their trip to Leavenworth to see a live "Sound of Music." I called Debbie at 3:15AM...There's a part of me that is struggling with the no oxygen, but I have been assured that it's ok. It would probably not help much at this point. It was initially given to her Monday as a comfort measure. And, Debbie and I have determined we want Mom to move forward. We think that is what she would want also. I also called Reg and he got up to Gig Harbor at 4:30ish. (AM) Debbie and Lenard decided to wait until daylight before heading out. Mom had settled down and was breathing easier.

So, I'm here hoping to rest. I want to stay close, and I don't think I could have driven home. So far I've stayed every other night with my Mom..It's hard to sleep there as there is lots of activity throughout the night.

Both Debbie and I are so very glad that our Dad passed first. This would be so hard for him to go through.

Please continue praying for us as we walk to the end.