Vicky and I arrived today shortly after Robi left. Mum is able to sit upright and was looking very with it. She'd done her eyebrows and put on her lipstick, and Gyongyi cut her hair, so she was definitely styling.
Unfortunately she isn't able to get much food down. She did manage to finish a whole serving of Jello with some ice-cream, which is a big step, but she needs much more nutrition to get her body's strength up and to help her heal from the chemo. The sores in her mouth are still quite intense - I was really surprised to see how much is still there and can't imagine how much pain she must have been in earlier if that is what is still there. She's a tough cookie!
The new room will require some shifts in artwork to get the energy flowing better - I refuse to let Feng Shui considerations be overlooked! There is a huge TV opposite her that she was not thrilled about, although with an attached DVD player she now has the chance to watch some movies. That area is surrounded by many cards and photos that have been sent by friends and relatives. We will go through her artwork tonight and take some more when we have an evening visit after dinner.
A half-dozen cards arrived in the mail today, so she will be thrilled to have those too (we will take them to her so that she can enjoy them when she has more focus and energy).
We're hoping she continues to gain her strength and ability to eat - there is certainly no lack of desire on her part! As long as her body can cooperate...
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Hello Marika, I hear you are all done up with mascara etc etc. i am hoping soon you will be able to take more than jello and ice cream. What about that scOtch? I HOPE YOU WERE SENT PHOTOS OF THE SHOW DOWN TOWN. I WAS IN mANNING PARK SO DID NOT SEE THEM. i sold 3 at bonny,s do!. Have the idael photo to send to you of two ravens making whoopee. MORE PRAYERS AND LOVE FROM eLIZABETH
Dear Marika,
We have been thinking of you constantly on our trip and eagerly read the blog each night to see how you are doing. You would have loved the wild flowers we saw today as we hiked some trails in Mt Rainier Park. The summit was white with glaciers but it was a very hot day for hiking. We are coming home on Friday - happy to be nearer and sending you love and prayers. Marg and Phil
Hi Marika...I just talked to Pat Norris, who called me with a happy birthday message from you. I can't believe you remembered! This made my day, you wonderful woman.
Much love.
Lynda
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